Apostille accepted
Liechtenstein: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Ratification deposited: 19 July 1972
- Entry into force
- 17 September 1972
- 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 Liechtenstein
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Liechtenstein accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Liechtenstein on 17 September 1972 and has applied between Canada and Liechtenstein since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Liechtenstein
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Liechtenstein.
Liechtenstein 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 Liechtenstein
- HCCH status table: Liechtenstein treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Liechtenstein apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Liechtenstein accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Liechtenstein on 17 September 1972 and has applied between Canada and Liechtenstein since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Liechtenstein?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Liechtenstein.
When did Liechtenstein join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Ratification deposited: 19 July 1972. Entry into force: 17 September 1972. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
