Apostille for Lithuania

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

Apostille accepted

Lithuania: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 5 November 1996
Entry into force: 19 July 1997
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 Lithuania
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Lithuania accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Lithuania on 19 July 1997 and has applied between Canada and Lithuania since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Lithuania

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

Lithuania 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 Lithuania

Lithuania apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Lithuania accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Lithuania?

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

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

Accession deposited: 5 November 1996. Entry into force: 19 July 1997. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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