Apostille for Peru

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

Apostille accepted

Peru: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 13 January 2010
Entry into force: 30 September 2010
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 Peru
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Peru accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Peru on 30 September 2010 and has applied between Canada and Peru since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Peru

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

Peru 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 Peru

Peru apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Peru accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Peru?

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

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

Accession deposited: 13 January 2010. Entry into force: 30 September 2010. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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