Apostille accepted
Uruguay: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 9 February 2012
- Entry into force
- 14 October 2012
- Application with Canada
- 11 January 2024
- Official future date
- Already in force; no future joining date applies.
- Route for Canadian documents
- Canadian apostille → submission in Uruguay
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Uruguay accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Uruguay on 14 October 2012 and has applied between Canada and Uruguay since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Uruguay
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Uruguay.
Uruguay embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Uruguay official mission website (embassyofuruguay.ca) ↗
- Official directory: Uruguay embassy and consular contacts ↗
The directory can include non-resident missions and honorary consulates. Confirm that the office provides the service you need.
Official sources for Uruguay
- HCCH status table: Uruguay treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Uruguay apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Uruguay accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Uruguay on 14 October 2012 and has applied between Canada and Uruguay since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Uruguay?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Uruguay.
When did Uruguay join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 9 February 2012. Entry into force: 14 October 2012. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
