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Embassy of Albania in Ottawa, Canada: Apostille and Authentication Service

On January 11, 2024, Canada signed the Hague Apostille Convention to streamline the authentication and legalization of documents for Albania.

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What is the Impact of the Apostille Convention on the Authentication Services for Canadian Documents?

 

The Albanian embassy in Ottawa offers a wide range of consular services to both Albanian nationals living in Canada and foreign people planning to visit, work, or live in Albania. The Albania Embassy in Canada assists Albanian citizens with immigration, official documentation, and legal concerns. Canadians and foreigners can apply for visas and learn about Albania’s travel and residency requirements.​

On January 11, 2024, Canada formally joined the Hague Apostille Convention, which streamlines the document authentication procedure for use in other member countries. The Albanian Embassy and consulates no longer require additional document authentication and legalization of Canadian public documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and diplomas granted by Canadian institutions. These documents can be validated with an apostille certificate issued by authorized Canadian agencies, making them legal for use in Albania and other signatory nations.

Our Legalization Service Centre (LSC) team of professionals provides tailored help to ensure client satisfaction when authenticating corporate documents, academic records, or birth certificates. Utilize our expedited process to obtain apostilles within a few business days. We work with clients from Toronto to Vancouver and beyond, assisting businesses and people across Canada and around the world to ensure that their worldwide projects run smoothly and safely.

Explore Our Apostille and Authentication Services for Documents Intended for Use in Albania

 

  • Contact Our Team Using the Form: Please complete the application form below with all detailed information.
  • Prepare and Send Your Files: Please send them via courier, deliver them to our location, or submit them online through email or our official website (for original digital files).
  • Obtain Your Completed Documents: Access them from within Canada, outside of Canada, or through an electronic link.
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    Benefits of Choosing Our Apostille and Legalization Services in Ottawa, Canada

     

    • Expertise: With more than 15 years of experience, we focus on document authentication and apostille services. We ensure that all steps are performed with precision, whether processing public documents issued by the Canadian government, notarized documents, or personal documents such as passport renewals or specific powers of attorney.
    • Customer Focus: We manage a diverse range of documents. Our services facilitate the process of property management, migration to Albania, and planning for work or travel in Albania.
    • Speed: Our expert team works hard to speed up processing at Global Affairs Canada, which can take up to fifteen business days. We prepare, send, and track your documents so that they are apostilled within a few business days.
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    For Apostille Certification, We Work with Global Affairs Canada, Provincial Authorities and the Embassy of Albania in Ottawa (if needed)

    Our company collaborates with the Canadian government, diplomatic representation of Albania and consulate offices to simplify the document authentication process and provide apostille certifications to Canadian citizens who are utilizing services in Albania. We offer immediate document authentication services for public documents, court files, and birth certificates from the Atlantic Provinces, British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario.

    Our offices located in Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver facilitate our ability to serve clients throughout Canada effectively. We guarantee a simple process to satisfy the Hague Apostille Convention requirements for your document. We assure you that your documents will undergo a comprehensive evaluation and approval process in Albania.

    Apostille Ontario:

    Apostille Alberta:

    • Calgary
    • Edmonton
    • Red Deer
    • Lethbridge
    • St. Albert
    • Medicine Hat
    • Grande Prairie
    • Airdrie
    • Spruce Grove
    • Leduc

    Apostille BC:

    • Vancouver
    • Victoria
    • Burnaby
    • Richmond
    • Abbotsford
    • Coquitlam
    • Kelowna
    • Kamloops
    • Nanaimo
    • Prince George

    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

    Apostille Saskatchewan:

    • Saskatoon
    • Regina
    • Prince Albert
    • Moose Jaw
    • Swift Current
    • Yorkton
    • North Battleford
    • Estevan
    • Weyburn
    • Kindersley

    Apostille Your Documents: A Simple and Efficient Authentication Process

     

    The procedure begins with the submission of our dedicated request form. Our company performs the entire apostille and authentication procedure, following provincial protocols and offering consular help when mailing documents to Global Affairs Canada. We guarantee that the documents you need, such as educational records, incorporation files, or court-issued documents for Albania, meet the Hague Apostille Convention rules for getting a new apostille.

    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 Hague Apostille Convention

     

    On January 11, 2024, Canada became part of the Hague Apostille Convention. This makes it easier to get Canadian documents certified so they can be used in other countries. All countries that signed the convention, including Albania, now accept documents issued and validated in Canada with an apostille certificate. This means that no further legalization steps are needed.

    Albania
    Andorra
    Antigua and Barbuda
    Argentina
    Armenia
    Australia
    Austria
    Azerbaijan
    Bahamas
    Bahrain
    Barbados
    Belarus
    Belgium
    Belize
    Bolivia
    Bosnia Herzegovina
    Botswana
    Brazil
    Brunei Darussalam
    Bulgaria
    Burundi

    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

    Germany
    Greece
    Grenada
    Guatemala
    Guyana
    Honduras
    Hong Kong
    Hungary
    Iceland
    India
    Indonesia
    Ireland
    Israel
    Italy
    Jamaica
    Japan
    Kazakhstan
    Kosovo
    Kyrgyzstan
    Latvia
    Lesotho

    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 Canadian Document Not Qualify for Apostille for Use in Albania?

    Authentication is only possible for documents that have the original signature or seal. Apostilles cannot be granted for photocopies or documents failing to meet the abovementioned conditions. Global Affairs Canada will cease the authentication process if the seal or signature on the document cannot be verified.

    Documents with laminated or glued surfaces are not eligible for stamping or apostilling. Documents containing chemicals that obstruct stamping are not eligible for an apostille.

    Certificates from religious institutions, including baptismal and marriage certificates, do not qualify for official document services or apostille certification. Only documents issued in Canada are acceptable. Authentication or apostille services are not available for foreign documents. A certificate number cannot be assigned to an apostille for documents originating from entities that are not formally authorized.

    If Global Affairs Canada has reason to believe that a document may be used fraudulently or violates policies, it reserves the right to deny the validation of an apostille and refer the matter to the relevant authorities.

    Do You Need to Notarize Canadian Documents Before Getting an Apostille?

    Certain documents, including those issued by the Government of Canada, must be notarized by a notary public before an appropriate government authority can authenticate them. The province or territory where your document is notarized determines the appropriate authority that issues apostilles.

    Streamlining the authentication and apostille process can significantly reduce the time required for your document to be used in Albania. Our team offers notarization services to streamline the process of engaging with official notaries. 

    Do Documents Need Translation Before Authentication and Apostille for Albania?

    A qualified translator must translate documents composed in languages apart from English or French from a recognized provincial translators association.

    Another option is to engage a Canadian notary public proficient in English, French, and the document’s original language. The notary must furnish a specific certification endorsement to confirm that the translation complies with authentication and apostille standards.

    The optimal approach for verifying documents in a foreign language is determined individually for each situation. Our team ensures that your documents meet all apostille requirements and are completely ready for use in Albania.  

    How Long Does It Take to Authenticate and Apostille Canadian Documents for Albania?

    As of late September 2024, the authentication branch of Global Affairs Canada is processing apostille requests within a timeframe of 10 working days. Kindly anticipate an extra five business days for the return shipment of your documents.

    As of January 11, 2024, the Hague Apostille Convention has empowered provincial authorities to validate documents issued in Canada. Processing times may differ depending on the provincial office.

    The Legalization Service Centre (LSC) recognizes the significance of swiftly obtaining apostilled documents for use in Albania. Using our expertise and collaborations, we aim to enhance process efficiency, as evidenced by our successful acquisition of an apostille certificate within one business day. 

    Important Factors When Getting Canadian Documents Apostilled for Albania

    The cost of apostille services varies based on the document type and the location of issuance. Contact our specialists for the latest pricing information and to obtain a request form. We focus on the authentication of documents designated for use in Albania, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

    Does an apostille confirm the content of the document? An apostille certificate does not verify the information contained within a document. It truly confirms the signer’s authority and reinforces the legitimacy of the issuing authority, ensuring its acceptance in Albania.

    An apostille certificate is necessary for countries that belong to the Hague Apostille Convention, including Albania. Non-member countries continue to depend on traditional authentication and legalization methods, and documents must be legalized. 

    In Canada, the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, and Saskatchewan possess the authority to issue apostille certificates.

    Choose the Most Straightforward Way to Authenticate and Apostille Canadian Documents for Use in Albania!