Verify an apostille

Use this form to confirm that an apostille is valid. This form allows you to verify apostilles issued by the following competent authorities:

Competent Authority	First two characters
Global Affairs Canada (Ottawa office)	CA-
Ministry of the Attorney General of British Columbia	59-
Ministry of Justice of Alberta	AB-
Ministry of Justice and Attorney General of Saskatchewan	SK-

Do you need to verify an apostille

from the Ministry of the Attorney General of British Columbia issued before February 28, 2025?
issued by a Canadian embassy, high commission, or consulate?

Email us your inquiry at apostille@international.gc.ca. Please provide the certificate number and date of issuance.

Verify an apostille issued by Ontario or Quebec:

Certificate number (field 8)

Certified on (field 6)