Apostille for Bulgaria

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

Apostille accepted

Bulgaria: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 1 August 2000
Entry into force: 29 April 2001
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 Bulgaria
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Bulgaria accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Bulgaria on 29 April 2001 and has applied between Canada and Bulgaria since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Bulgaria

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

Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria

Bulgaria apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Bulgaria accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Bulgaria?

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

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

Accession deposited: 1 August 2000. Entry into force: 29 April 2001. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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