Apostille for Ukraine

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

Apostille accepted

Ukraine: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 2 April 2003
Entry into force: 22 December 2003
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 Ukraine
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Ukraine accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Ukraine on 22 December 2003 and has applied between Canada and Ukraine since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Ukraine

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

Ukraine 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 Ukraine

Ukraine apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Ukraine accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Ukraine?

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

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

Accession deposited: 2 April 2003. Entry into force: 22 December 2003. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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