Apostille for United States

United States document preparation: identify the document, check the recipient’s request, confirm the submission route. — For United States, confirm the receiving organization’s instructions before arranging document services.

Apostille accepted

United States: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 24 December 1980
Entry into force: 15 October 1981
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 United States
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does United States accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for United States on 15 October 1981 and has applied between Canada and United States since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for United States

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in United States.

United States embassy and consular contacts

Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.

The directory can include non-resident missions and honorary consulates. Confirm that the office provides the service you need.

Official sources for United States

United States apostille and legalization FAQs

Does United States accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for United States?

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in United States.

When did United States join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?

Accession deposited: 24 December 1980. Entry into force: 15 October 1981. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

Treaty record checked on 30 October 2026. HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.