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The Canadian Apostille Process

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We take the anxiety and uncertainty out of the document authentication & legalization process. Getting started is easy – contact us for your free consultation!

Step A – Contact us!

Getting started with us is easy. Phone us toll-free at 1-888-433-1011, or fill out our short GET STARTED form. Our friendly staff will:

  • Explain the document authentication and legalization process
  • Get the details about the documents you need authenticated and legalized
  • Answer all of your questions
  • Explain your processing options
  • Provide you with a detailed quote

Step B – We assist in preparing your documents

We assist you in preparing your documents for processing, which may include notarization, translation, certified true copies, and any embassy requirements, such as cover letters or ID copies. Our expertise ensures you avoid the common document preparation mistakes that can easily cause delays of weeks or months.

Step C – You ship your docs to our Ottawa office

By presenting your documents in person to Global Affairs Canada for authentication and the relevant consulate or embassy for legalization, we save you valuable time. As soon as your documents arrive at our Ottawa office, we verify that they are in order, and immediately launch document processing on your behalf.

Relax as we do the rest!

We handle all aspects of the document authentication and legalization (also known as the apostille) process on your behalf. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process, providing you peace of mind and certainty.

If you have any questions about our document authentication and legalization process, do not hesitate to phone us toll-free at 1-888-433-1011 or fill out our quick GET STARTED form below. If you would like to see a detailed breakdown of everything we do for our clients during the document authentication and legalization (apostille) process, click on the “More About What We Do” button below.

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