Apostille accepted
Romania: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 7 June 2000
- Entry into force
- 16 March 2001
- 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 Romania
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Romania accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Romania on 16 March 2001 and has applied between Canada and Romania since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Romania
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Romania.
Romania embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Romania official mission website (ottawa.mae.ro) ↗
- Romania official mission website (montreal.mae.ro) ↗
- Official directory: Romania 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 Romania
- HCCH status table: Romania treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Romania apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Romania accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Romania on 16 March 2001 and has applied between Canada and Romania since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Romania?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Romania.
When did Romania join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 7 June 2000. Entry into force: 16 March 2001. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
