Apostille for Finland

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

Apostille accepted

Finland: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Ratification deposited: 27 June 1985
Entry into force: 26 August 1985
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 Finland
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Finland accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Finland on 26 August 1985 and has applied between Canada and Finland since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Finland

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

Finland 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 Finland

Finland apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Finland accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Finland?

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

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

Ratification deposited: 27 June 1985. Entry into force: 26 August 1985. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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