Apostille for Venezuela

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

Apostille accepted

Venezuela: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 1 July 1998
Entry into force: 16 March 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 Venezuela
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Venezuela accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Venezuela on 16 March 1999 and has applied between Canada and Venezuela since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Venezuela

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

Venezuela 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 Venezuela

Venezuela apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Venezuela accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Venezuela?

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

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

Accession deposited: 1 July 1998. Entry into force: 16 March 1999. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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