Apostille accepted
Monaco: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 24 April 2002
- Entry into force
- 31 December 2002
- 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 Monaco
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Monaco accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Monaco on 31 December 2002 and has applied between Canada and Monaco since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Monaco
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Monaco.
Monaco embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Monaco official mission website (www.monacodc.org) ↗
- Official directory: Monaco 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 Monaco
- HCCH status table: Monaco treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Monaco apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Monaco accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Monaco on 31 December 2002 and has applied between Canada and Monaco since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Monaco?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Monaco.
When did Monaco join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 24 April 2002. Entry into force: 31 December 2002. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
