Apostille for Antigua and Barbuda

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

Apostille accepted

Antigua and Barbuda: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Succession notified: 1 May 1985
Entry into force: 1 November 1981
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 Antigua and Barbuda
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Antigua and Barbuda accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Antigua and Barbuda on 1 November 1981 and has applied between Canada and Antigua and Barbuda since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Antigua and Barbuda

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

Antigua and Barbuda continued the Convention by succession. The notification date shown above can be later than the effective date; it is not described as a new accession.

Antigua and Barbuda 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 Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Antigua and Barbuda accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Antigua and Barbuda?

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

When did Antigua and Barbuda join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?

Succession notified: 1 May 1985. Entry into force: 1 November 1981. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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