Document Attestation for Canada from India
Canada is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention (in force since 11 January 2024). Indian documents for use in Canada therefore need state-level attestation followed by an MEA apostille. A separate embassy attestation is generally not required. Always confirm what the receiving authority asks for.
Route for Canada
| Document | State step | Final step |
|---|---|---|
| Degree, diploma, mark sheet | State HRD attestation | MEA apostille |
| Birth, marriage certificate | Home Department or SDM | MEA apostille |
| PCC (passport office) | Usually none | MEA apostille |
| Commercial documents | Chamber of Commerce or notary | MEA apostille |
What to know for Canada
Canada joined the Apostille Convention on 11 January 2024. Older guides online may still describe the earlier embassy legalization route. Whether you need an apostille depends on the authority, so confirm what it accepts.
- Not every Canadian application asks for an apostille.
- Check the IRCC, province or institution checklist.
- If a source mentions Canadian consulate legalization for India, it may be out of date.
How we help
- Check which documents the Canada authority actually asks for.
- Handle notary, state and MEA steps.
- Courier the apostilled documents back with tracking.
Last reviewed: . Rules, fees and Convention status change, so we re-check procedural pages regularly. We are a private facilitator, not the MEA, a state department or an embassy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Since Canada joined the Convention in January 2024, an apostille is generally the route. Confirm with your authority.
Receiving institutions decide. Many accept apostilled documents, and some ask for an evaluation instead.
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