RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check: Police Document and Apostille Services in Canada
Get your certified criminal record check in Canada with LSC. We assist with the fingerprint application process and offer apostille services for RCMP checks.
How Apostille Streamline Criminal Record Check Certificate Legalization to Use Abroad
When applying for a residency or work visa in another country or renewing your current documentation, you’ll typically need to provide a Canadian criminal record check certificate with an apostille (if needed) to meet the requirements for approval.
We offer three types of Criminal Record Check Certificates:
- Federally-issued
- Provincially issued
- Electronically issued
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Headquarters in Ottawa processes the federally-issued RCMP Criminal Record Check Certificate. It’s considered the most reliable certificate since the criminal record search uses the applicant’s name, date of birth, and fingerprints. To obtain this certificate, you must submit your fingerprints.
Local police stations at the provincial or municipal level provide provincial and electronic Criminal Record Check Certificates. These certificates are based solely on the applicant’s name and date of birth, without needing fingerprint submission (name-based criminal record check).
For Canadian criminal record check certificates to be accepted as legitimate legal papers abroad, they must frequently be authenticated or apostilled. Additionally, notarization of the provincial criminal record check certificates is typically required first.
The verification process validates your certificate’s official seal and signature to ensure the accuracy of information that police authorities provide, including criminal history details. For countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention (which includes over 120 nations), the apostille streamlines the process by eliminating the need for further legalization through the embassy or consulate of the country you’re applying to. As of January 11, Canadian documents can be apostilled under this convention, simplifying international use.
Choose Our Apostille and Legalization Services for Your Certified Criminal Record Check in Canada
- Contact Us via the Form: Complete the following form with all required information. We will help you get RCMP background check certificate and prepare it for apostille or attestation (if needed). We’ll ensure that all document requirements are fulfilled, including confirming the information provided by law enforcement.
- Prepare Your Documents and Submit Them: Our experts will advise you on what documents you will need and how best to get them to us.
- Receive Your Prepared Documents: Obtain them in Canada, abroad, or electronically. We will process your certified criminal record check certificate to obtain the required apostille or attestation and ensure it’s validated for international use.
With over 15 years of success and practical experience in document services in Canada, we’re glad to help make your next international adventure one to remember for the right reasons.
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Why Choose Us for Criminal Record Check Process
- Expertise You Can Trust: With more than 15 years of expertise providing authentication services, we are experts in managing the legalization and apostille procedures for RCMP certified criminal record checks.
- Customer-Focused Support: We offer thorough assistance for all types of applications for criminal record checks, including those conducted by authorized Canadian authorities.
- Unmatched Speed and Efficiency: We understand that you often require prompt handling of your documents. Our team diligently ensures that your certified criminal record is processed with an apostille in a timely manner.
We Collaborate with Global Affairs Canada and Provincial Competent Authorities
We collaborate closely with the Global Affairs Canada authentication services branch and the appropriate provincial authorities to expedite the attestation and apostille procedure for your certified criminal record check certificate, if you need to use it abroad. Thanks to this partnership, your certified criminal record check certificate will be valid outside Canada, guaranteeing quick processing and apostille certificate issuing.
With offices located in Toronto, Mississauga, North York, Montreal, Vancouver, and other accredited Canadian locations, the Legalization Service Centre (LSC) is based in Ottawa. Our team is here to help on your behalf, no matter where you are in Canada or outside of Canada.
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
Attestation and Authentication Services for RCMP Criminal Record Check Certificate
We handle everything, including filing and processing your application for an RCMP Criminal Record Check with Global Affairs Canada. Our experience guarantees that your RCMP Criminal Record Check certificate is validated correctly and apostilled for use overseas, regardless of whether it was granted for immigration, employment, or other reasons.
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
Examples of RCMP-Certified Criminal Records Checks
Here are some examples of RCMP-certified criminal record checks certificate. To ensure your document meets foreign standards, look into real formats, essential details, and needed information. These examples also show you how to complete the certification and apostille process, helping you prepare your records accurately for global recognition.
Member Countries of the Hague Apostille Convention
On January 11, 2024, Canada became a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. This means that criminal record check certificates authenticated with an apostille are now recognized in all member countries of the convention. The attestation process for public documents has been greatly simplified, making it easier for you to use them abroad.
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 You Might Not Qualify to Get an Apostille for Background Check by RCMP?
While we have extensive experience in RCMP Background Check attestation and apostille services, some documents may not meet authentication requirements. Authorities may deny attestation or apostille for several reasons.
If your police clearance or related document lacks the issuing department’s original signature or official seal, it cannot be authenticated. Documents must have verifiable markings to proceed.
Authentication is impossible if the issuing authority cannot verify the signature or seal. This often happens with outdated or unofficial markings.
Additionally, laminated documents with a protective coating may be rejected, as official stamps cannot be applied. To avoid issues, ensure your documents remain unaltered.
If there are concerns about the document’s authenticity or intended use—such as suspected fraud or associated with a criminal record of governmental policies—authorities may refuse attestation.
Do You Need Notarization Before Acquiring a Certified Criminal Record Check by RCMP?
The kind of document and the issuing authority will determine whether notarization is needed before attestation or apostille. While some RCMP background checks include an official seal and signature, eliminating notarization, others can call for a Canadian notary public confirmation. To guarantee compliance, find out the rules of the country of destination.
Do You Need Translation Before Obtaining an Attestation for Criminal Record Check Certificate?
Professional translators must carry out accurate translations when the criminal record check certificate and its relevant documentation exist in any language other than English or French. The authentication procedure enables responsible authorities to verify the document’s contents precisely. The translation must consider that it may require time for accurate processing and adhere to the regulations established by the authorities.
Alternatively, you might hire a Canadian notary who speaks French and English and speaks the language of your document. The notary must include a special endorsement attesting to their comprehension of the document and validating its contents. This endorsement connects the official languages the authentication authority acknowledges and the original language.
The best verification technique is chosen individually for papers written in a different language. A number of variables come into play, including the document’s kind, intended purpose, and the destination country regulations. Applicants must adhere to these rules to prevent delays or rejections throughout the attestation procedure. Please be aware that incomplete or postal applications may result in claims of inconvenience or delay in processing.
How Long Does It Take to Complete Criminal Record Check Certificate Authentification?
By the end of September 2024, Global Affairs Canada will process Certified Criminal Record Check Certificates submitted for apostille in an average of 10 business days. Applicants should also account for an additional 5 business days for the return shipment of their documents.
Starting January 11, 2024, provincial competent authorities will also be able to legalize documents, including the Criminal Record Check Certificate. The time it takes to process these services can differ based on the particular organization and the department that issued the certificate.
The Legalization Service Centre (LSC) considers securing your attested Criminal Record Check Certificate on time a vital priority—our expert team and collaborative network work to optimize the process workflow.
What Are the Key Considerations for Criminal Record Check Certificate Attestation?
The costs associated with attesting a Criminal Record Check may differ depending on the issuing authority and the destination country’s requirements. For the latest information on fees, we suggest contacting our specialists.
Attestation or apostille is required for countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. Countries that are not members may need to follow the conventional authentication and legalization procedures for documents such as the Criminal Record Check Certificate and other official documents.
Although an apostille or attestation does not have an expiration date, the legal validity of a Criminal Record Check Certificate may be influenced by the destination country’s regulations. Applicants are advised to verify these requirements before finalizing travel arrangements.