Apostille for France

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

Apostille accepted

France: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Ratification deposited: 25 November 1964
Entry into force: 24 January 1965
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 France
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does France accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for France on 24 January 1965 and has applied between Canada and France since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for France

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

France 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 France

France apostille and legalization FAQs

Does France accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for France?

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

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

Ratification deposited: 25 November 1964. Entry into force: 24 January 1965. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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