Apostille for Guatemala

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

Apostille accepted

Guatemala: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 19 January 2017
Entry into force: 18 September 2017
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 Guatemala
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Guatemala accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Guatemala on 18 September 2017 and has applied between Canada and Guatemala since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Guatemala

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

Guatemala 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 Guatemala

Guatemala apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Guatemala accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Guatemala?

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

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

Accession deposited: 19 January 2017. Entry into force: 18 September 2017. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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