Apostille PEI: Authentication & Legalization Services for Prince Edward Island
Since January 11, 2024, Canadian document legalization has become easier. The Apostille Convention simplifies authentication services for Prince Edward Island, allowing seamless use of documents abroad.
What Changes to Authentication Services Does the Apostille Bring
Before using Canadian documents (or foreign public documents) abroad, authentication or apostille is often required. This authentication of documents process, managed by the authentication services section at Global Affairs Canada, verifies the authenticity of the official’s signature on the original document. Once authenticated, if your document will be used in a non-Apostille Convention country, legalization by the destination country’s authorities (such as an embassy, high commission, or consulate in Canada or accredited in it) may be necessary. However, if you obtain an apostille for a document intended for a Hague Apostille Convention member country, it will be accepted without further steps.
As of January 11, 2024, Canada’s accession to the Apostille Convention simplifies the authentication process by removing the need for legalization for documents intended for over 120 member countries (a full list is available below). A Canadian-issued document (or a notarized document) authenticated by a competent authority in Canada, such as Global Affairs Canada which is responsible for issuing apostilles, receives an apostille certificate as an “allonge,” a separate document securely attached to the main authenticated document.
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- Expertise: Over 15 years of experience in authentication services in Canada. We excel in document legalization and apostille processes.
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- Speed: Fastest apostille processing with a record of 1 business day, far exceeding the official 15 business days.
We Know How to Work with Global Affairs Canada, Provincial Competent Authorities, Each Consulate and Embassy
We work with the Authentication Services division at Global Affairs Canada to handle your authentication requests and provincial authorities to simplify the document authentication process and the issuance of apostille certificates. Whether you need an apostille certification in Canada for public documents such as birth certificates or court records, our apostille experts ensure smooth and seamless processing.
The Legalization Service Centre (LSC), headquartered in Ottawa with offices in Toronto, Mississauga, North York, Montreal, Vancouver, and other Canadian cities, serves clients no matter where your document is issued within Canada or abroad. Our extensive network allows us to effectively collaborate with notary publics, consulates, and embassies to provide comprehensive authentication services for your documents.
Apostille Ontario:
- Toronto
- Ottawa
- Mississauga
- Brampton
- Hamilton
- London
- Markham
- Vaughan
- Kitchener
- Windsor
Apostille Alberta:
- Calgary
- Edmonton
- Red Deer
- Lethbridge
- St. Albert
- Medicine Hat
- Grande Prairie
- Airdrie
- Spruce Grove
- Leduc
Apostille Manitoba:
- Winnipeg
- Brandon
- Steinbach
- Thompson
- Portage la Prairie
- Selkirk
- Winkler
- Morden
- Dauphin
- Flin Flon
Apostille New Brunswick:
- Moncton
- Saint John
- Fredericton
- Dieppe
- Oromocto
- Bathurst
- Miramichi
- Edmundston
- Riverview
- Rothesay
Apostille Newfoundland and Labrador:
- St. John’s
- Mount Pearl
- Corner Brook
- Paradise
- Labrador City
- Marystown
- Deer Lake
- Gander
- Grand Falls-Windsor
- Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Apostille Nova Scotia:
- Halifax
- Sydney
- Dartmouth
- Truro
- New Glasgow
- Glace Bay
- Kentville
- Amherst
- Bridgewater
- Yarmouth
Apostille Prince Edward Island:
- Charlottetown
- Summerside
- Stratford
- Cornwall
- Montague
- Souris
- Alberton
- Tignish
- Kensington
- Georgetown
Apostille Quebec:
- Montreal
- Quebec City
- Laval
- Gatineau
- Longueuil
- Sherbrooke
- Trois-Rivières
- Saguenay
- Lévis
- Terrebonne
Send Your Documents for Authentication and Apostille
We manage everything from document preparation to applying for an apostille to processing with Global Affairs Canada or the appropriate provincial authority. Ensure that you require the authentication or legalization of your documents as needed for your destination country. Our expertise ensures your documents, whether from PEI or another province, are correctly authenticated and apostilled for international use, whether it’s a single document or multiple documents.
Affidavit
Birth Certificate
Marriage Certificate
Divorce Certificate
Death Certificate
Marriage Search Certificate
University Degree
College Diploma
High School Diploma
Transcripts
Criminal Record Check Certificate from Ottawa RCMP
Criminal Record Check Certificate from Local Police
Fingerprints
Statement in Lieu of Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage Abroad
Power of Attorney
Corporate Documents
Court Documents
Adoption Certificate
Other
Countries Party to the Apostille Convention
Since January 11, 2024, Canadian public documents authenticated with an apostille, called an apostille, are recognized in all Hague Apostille Convention member countries, simplifying the legalization of foreign public documents for international use. Below is a list of participating countries where your apostilled documents will be accepted.
Cabo Verde
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Estonia
Eswatini
Fiji
Finland
France
Georgia
Liberia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macau
Malawi
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Mexico
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Morocco
Namibia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Niue
North Macedonia
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Palau
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Samoa
San Marino
São Tomé and Principe
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Seychelles
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea (Republic of Korea)
Spain
Suriname
Sweden
Switzerland
Tajikistan
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States of America
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Venezuela
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why Might a Document Not Qualify for an Apostille?
If a document was issued in a digital format, you can email it to us to obtain an authentication certificate. However, photographs or scanned copies of paper-based documents are not allowed; they must be submitted physically to receive an authentication certificate. Glued or laminated documents cannot be stamped. Documents covered with substances preventing stamping are ineligible.
Photocopies or documents without original signatures/seals cannot be apostilled. If signatures or seals cannot be verified, document authentication fails.
Certificates from religious institutions (e.g., baptism, marriage) are ineligible. Only Canadian-issued documents are accepted; foreign-origin documents are not. Documents from unrecognized institutions cannot be apostilled.
Documents suspected of being misleading, fraudulent, or violating policies may be refused and referred to authorities.
Do You Need to Make Notarized Copies of Documents Before Obtaining an Apostille?
Certain documents must be notarized before authentication. The notarization province or territory determines the competent authority in Canada for submission. Notarizing specific copies can significantly reduce apostille processing time. Canada apostilles require that documents be prepared correctly, and LSC collaborates with official notaries public across provinces to assist with this process.
Do Documents Need to Be Translated Before Obtaining an Apostille?
If part or all of the document is in a language other than English or French, an official translation by a certified translator is required. Alternatively, a Canadian notary fluent in both languages can add a confirming endorsement to the document. LSC handles translations and notarizations as part of the apostille process.
How Long Does It Currently Take to Obtain an Apostille?
As of September 2024, Global Affairs Canada processes apostille requests in about 10 business days, plus an additional 5 business days for return shipping. However, since January 11, 2024, provincial competent authorities can also legalize documents, with processing times varying by organization. LSC excels in expediting apostille requests, with our fastest turnaround being 1 business day.
What Other Factors Should Be Considered for Understanding the Apostille Process?
Fees vary based on type of document and issuance location. Contact LSC experts for up-to-date fee information.
Does an Apostille Validate the Document’s Content? No, an apostille only authenticates the signer’s authority and the issuing organization’s legitimacy.
Only Hague Apostille Convention member countries require an apostille. Non-member countries need traditional authentication and legalization.
Apostilles do not expire, but the legal validity of the certified document may depend on the destination country’s regulations. Verify specific requirements for the destination country.