Apostille for Albania

Albania document preparation: identify the document, check the recipient’s request, confirm the submission route. — For Albania, confirm the receiving organization’s instructions before arranging document services.

Apostille accepted

Albania: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 3 September 2003
Entry into force: 9 May 2004
Application with Canada: 11 January 2024
Official future date: Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Route for Canadian documents: Canadian apostille → submission in Albania
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Albania accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Albania on 9 May 2004 and has applied between Canada and Albania since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Albania

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Albania.

Albania embassy and consular contacts

Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.

The directory can include non-resident missions and honorary consulates. Confirm that the office provides the service you need.

Official sources for Albania

Albania apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Albania accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Albania?

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Albania.

When did Albania join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?

Accession deposited: 3 September 2003. Entry into force: 9 May 2004. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

Treaty record checked on 30 October 2026. HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.