Updates to the authentication services

New mailing address and drop-off location

August 15, 2024

Please note that the drop-off location and the mailing address to submit requests to the Authentication Services Section have changed effective immediately. The new address can be found under 4. Send your documents. Any request sent by mail or courier to the previous mailing address (125 Sussex Drive, Ottawa) will automatically be forwarded to the new location.

The Apostille Convention took effect in Canada

January 11, 2024

Visit the Changes to authentications services in Canada for information on changes to authentication services in Canada.

Simplified translation policy for proof of life documents drafted in a foreign language

June 14, 2023

The translation policy for proof of life documents (also known as life certificates) drafted in a foreign language has been simplified. Under the new policy, it is no longer necessary to translate proof of life certificates written in a foreign language provided that the text does not exceed half a page. For more details, please see the Exceptions section under Get your documents translated.

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