Apostille accepted
Israel: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 11 November 1977
- Entry into force
- 14 August 1978
- 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 Israel
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Israel accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Israel on 14 August 1978 and has applied between Canada and Israel since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Israel
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Israel.
Israel embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Israel official mission website (www.embassyofisrael.ca) ↗
- Official directory: Israel embassy and consular contacts ↗
The directory can include non-resident missions and honorary consulates. Confirm that the office provides the service you need.
Official sources for Israel
- HCCH status table: Israel treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Israel apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Israel accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Israel on 14 August 1978 and has applied between Canada and Israel since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Israel?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Israel.
When did Israel join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 11 November 1977. Entry into force: 14 August 1978. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
