Apostille for Norway

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

Apostille accepted

Norway: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Ratification deposited: 30 May 1983
Entry into force: 29 July 1983
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 Norway
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Norway accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Norway on 29 July 1983 and has applied between Canada and Norway since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Norway

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

Norway 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 Norway

Norway apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Norway accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Norway?

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

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

Ratification deposited: 30 May 1983. Entry into force: 29 July 1983. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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