If you have been asked  to have your Pilot's Licence apostilled, authenticated, legalized, or attested, then the answer is yes. Otherwise, it is best to ask the recipient abroad whether you need to go through this process. Not all authorities or countries will make this requirement mandatory.

Contact our document specialists for more information on the apostille, or authentication and legalization of your Canadian Pilot's Licence.

When asked to get an "apostille" or "attestation" on your Canadian Pilot's Licence, you will need to go through a process to obtain the appropriate stamps and signatures on the licence so it will be accepted abroad.

The term apostille refers to the Hague Apostille Convention. Canada is now a signatory to the Hague Apostille Convention, so we can now issue apostille certificates in Canada. The term attestation is typically used in the middle east and refers to a process equivalent to an apostille.

If your document is destined for an apostille signatory country, it will require notarization and then apostille at the appropriate apostille office in Canada. If your document is destined for a non-apostille country, it will need notarization, authentication, and then legalization.

Contact our friendly staff to discuss exactly what processing you require for your Pilot's Licence.

Yes. In fact, you cannot apostille the original Pilot's Licence. You will need to have a certified true copy made by a Canadian Notary Public. The original licence cannot be processed because of two reasons. First, it is too small on which to place the appropriate stamps. Second, it does not contain a signature that is recognized by the apostille offices.

For more details on this process and how to ensure it is done correctly, contact an IDC specialist.

The process of apostille for a Canadian Pilot's Licence can vary. The time frame depends on a few factors; whether you handle the process yourself, the services you choose when you engage professional services, and the processing time at the apostille office, or the embassy or consulate for the legalization portion of the process (if applicable).

Using a service like ours can expedite the processing time in many cases. We will also ensure all the requirements of the apostille office (and the embassy or consulate where applicable) have been met, ensuring there are no delays or risk of your document being returned unprocessed.

Contact an IDC expert to discuss the urgency of your situation and how we can help!

We understand it would be convenient if there was a set rate for the apostille of your Pilot's Licence. However, this process and the associated fees are determined on multiple factors. These include how fast you need it done, how many documents you have for processing, what steps you need us to handle, and any applicable consular fees of the diplomatic mission.

When you contact us, one of the first things we'll do is provide you with a detailed quote based on your situation. Contact us today for a free consultation. You may also review our page with general information about our pricing.

Yes, you will need to have a "certified true copy" of your Pilot's Licence made by a Canadian Notary Public, in order to meet the criteria of the apostille process. There are two reasons why you must notarize the Pilot's Licence. First, the licence is typically too small to be stamped. Second, the licence does not contain a signature that is recognized by the apostille offices.

An IDC expert is available to discuss your situation and provide you with the information you need. Contact us today!