Apostille for Samoa

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

Apostille accepted

Samoa: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 18 January 1999
Entry into force: 13 September 1999
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 Samoa
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Samoa accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Samoa on 13 September 1999 and has applied between Canada and Samoa since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Samoa

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

Samoa 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 Samoa

Samoa apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Samoa accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Samoa?

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

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

Accession deposited: 18 January 1999. Entry into force: 13 September 1999. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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