Apostille for Poland

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

Apostille accepted

Poland: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 19 November 2004
Entry into force: 14 August 2005
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 Poland
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Poland accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Poland on 14 August 2005 and has applied between Canada and Poland since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Poland

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

Poland 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 Poland

Poland apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Poland accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Poland?

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

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

Accession deposited: 19 November 2004. Entry into force: 14 August 2005. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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