What is an apostille?

An apostille is a government certificate used to authenticate the origin of a public document for use abroad. It confirms the relevant signature, the capacity of the signer and, where applicable, the seal or stamp. It does not verify the truth or contents of the underlying document.

Do all documents need to be notarized before getting an apostille?

No. Some Ontario-issued documents may be eligible for apostille without notarization, while other documents require a notarial step first. We review the document before recommending notarization.

How long does the apostille process take?

Our document review and preparation may be completed the same day for eligible documents, depending on appointment availability and complexity. Government processing and delivery times are separate and may vary. We do not guarantee processing times controlled by a government authority or carrier.

Can you help if I live outside the Greater Toronto Area?

Yes. Clients outside Toronto can work with us by mail or courier. We assist clients across Ontario and elsewhere in Canada, including clients in Ontario. The appropriate government apostille authority still depends on where the document was issued or notarized.

How much does an apostille cost?

Pricing depends on the service speed and document requirements. Visit our pricing page for current standard, next-day and same-day options. Government, notarization, printing and shipping charges may vary by document and are explained before you proceed.

Do you offer online affidavit commissioning if I am outside Ontario?

Yes. Eligible affidavits and statutory declarations can be commissioned remotely by live video, even if you are in another Canadian province, such as Ontario, while we are in Ontario. Before proceeding, please confirm that the organization receiving your document accepts remote commissioning, as requirements may vary.

Apostille Services · Ontario

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We review your document, explain what is required and help coordinate notarization, apostille submission and return delivery where applicable.

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Apostille Services, Made Clearer.

We review your document, explain what is required, and help coordinate notarization, apostille submission and return delivery where applicable.

Outside Toronto? No problem. We work with clients across Ontario and elsewhere in Canada.

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Same-day preparation may be available
In-person in Scarborough
Mail and courier options

Reviewed Before Submission

We review the document and package for applicable submission requirements before it is sent. Final issuance and acceptance are determined by the competent authority and the receiving organization.

Work With Us From Anywhere

In-person service is available in Scarborough, with mail and courier options across Ontario and elsewhere in Canada. Authority depends on where the document was issued or notarized.

Common Documents

Documents We Can Assist With

Choose the category that best matches your document. We will help confirm the exact requirements.

Personal and Notarial Documents

Affidavits and statutory declarations
Powers of attorney
Travel consent letters
Declarations of marital or single status

Vital and Government Records

Birth, marriage and death certificates
Divorce certificates and court documents
RCMP and police record checks
Change of name certificates

Education and Professional Documents

Diplomas and degrees
Academic transcripts
Letters of enrolment
Professional and training certificates

Corporate and Commercial Documents

Articles of incorporation
Certificates of status or good standing
Corporate resolutions and agreements
Commercial documents and contracts

Not every document needs to be notarized first.

We review the document first so you do not pay for an unnecessary notarial step.

Don't see your document? Contact us with the document type and destination country.

Common Documents

Documents We Can Assist With

We assist with many Ontario and Canadian documents. Requirements vary depending on the document, where it was issued or notarized, and where it will be used.

Personal and Notarial Documents

Affidavits and statutory declarations
Powers of attorney
Travel consent letters
Declarations of marital or single status

Vital and Government Records

Birth, marriage and death certificates
Divorce certificates and court documents
RCMP and police record checks
Change of name certificates

Education and Professional Documents

Diplomas and degrees
Academic transcripts
Letters of enrolment
Professional and training certificates

Corporate and Commercial Documents

Articles of incorporation
Certificates of status or good standing
Corporate resolutions and agreements
Commercial documents and contracts

Not every document needs to be notarized first.

Some Ontario-issued documents may qualify for apostille without notarization. We review the document first so you do not pay for an unnecessary notarial step.

Don't see your document listed?

These are only common examples. Contact us with the document type and destination country and we can help determine the appropriate next step.

Simple From Start to Finish

How the Process Works

Start with the document, destination country and the organization requesting it. We review the information, explain the next step and keep you informed through completion.

STEP 1
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Send Us Your Document Details
Tell us what document you have and where it will be used.
STEP 2
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We Review What Is Required
We confirm the likely process, whether notarization is needed, and applicable charges.
STEP 3
03
We Prepare and Coordinate the Process
We complete the required MyNotary service, coordinate submission and arrange return of your completed documents.

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Same-day preparation may be available for eligible documents. Government processing and delivery times vary.

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Timing: Same-day preparation may be available for eligible documents. Government processing and delivery times vary.

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Reviewed Before Submission

Work With Us From Anywhere

Documents We Can Assist With

Documents We Can Assist With

Personal and Notarial Documents

Vital and Government Records

Education and Professional Documents

Corporate and Commercial Documents

Don't see your document listed?

How the Process Works

Send Us Your Document Details

We Review What Is Required

We Prepare and Coordinate the Process

Apostille Questions

What is an apostille?

Do all documents need to be notarized before getting an apostille?

How long does the apostille process take?

Can you help if I live outside the Greater Toronto Area?

How much does an apostille cost?

Do you offer online affidavit commissioning if I am outside Ontario?

What is an apostille?

Do all documents need to be notarized before getting an apostille?

How long does the apostille process take?

Can you help if I live outside the Greater Toronto Area?

How much does an apostille cost?

Do you offer online affidavit commissioning if I am outside Ontario?

Book a Free Apostille Call

Choose a Time for Your Free Call

Book a Free Apostille Call

Choose a Time for Your Free Call