Personal documents for abroad
Authenticate birth, marriage or similar records for abroad.
Can I get an apostille or authentication online in Ontario?
We confirm this with you.
The notarial step is done in person, and the apostille itself is issued by Ontario Official Documents Services or Global Affairs Canada — not by us. We confirm the steps for your destination before you book.
- In-person notarial step
- Government-issued apostille
- Destination rules apply
How it works with enotarypublic
The document is often notarized or certified first, in person. We prepare it for the apostille or authentication and legalization step required by the destination country.
Foreign authority decides: The destination sets its own requirements, which may include a certified translation, specific wording, or consular legalization.
General legal information for Ontario residents, not formal legal advice.
What this covers
Personal records such as birth or marriage certificates may need authentication or an apostille to be accepted by a foreign authority. We help prepare and route them appropriately.
When you’d need it
- Marriage or residency abroad
- Foreign immigration matters
- Overseas benefit or pension claims
- Family records used abroad
General information only — not legal advice. Whether this can be completed online depends on the document and the receiving institution; we confirm before you book.
Related situations
Authentication / apostille assist — common questions
Can an apostille or authentication be done online in Ontario?▾
The notarial step is done in person. The apostille itself is issued by Ontario's Official Documents Services or by Global Affairs Canada — not by us.
What is the difference between an apostille and legalization?▾
For countries in the Hague Apostille Convention, an apostille is used. For other countries, the document may need authentication and consular legalization instead. We confirm which applies for your destination.
Do I need a translation?▾
The destination country may require a certified translation and specific wording. The foreign authority sets its own requirements.
More general questions are answered on our FAQ page.