Embassy Authentications in Canada

Global Affairs Canada (Foreign Affairs Canada)

Document Authentication/Apostille

The Fingerprint Room Inc. have always focused our criminal background check services and authentication services to Canadians and non-Canadians outside Canada. As accredited fingerprint company with RCMP direct connect accreditation, we understand the importance of these documents for certain applications that can influence their lives. We focus on listening to our clients’ needs and advise the best solution to accommodate each circumstance. We proud ourselves in fast response and excellent customer care. Please feel free to contact us for any questions or concerns.

Global Affairs Canada (Foreign Affairs Canada)

Authentication from Global Affairs Canada, otherwise known as Foreign Affairs Canada, is often needed for documents issued in Canada that require further authentication by other embassies in Canada.

Any documents that were issued within Canada can be authenticated. Some examples include:

  • RCMP criminal record check certificate based on fingerprints
  • Criminal record check based on name and date of birth
  • Marriage certificate
  • Birth certificate
  • Citizenship certificate
  • Elementary, Secondary, College and University diplomas or transcripts
  • Name change certificate

Please contact us to enquire if your document can be authenticated.

Required Documents for Authentication with Global Affairs Canada

– Original hardcopy of the document
– Global Affairs authentication request form

Processing for Authentication with Global Affairs Canada

The average processing time is approximately 10 business days. The document will be sent to Global Affairs Canada then to the client’s preferred mailing address. Tracking numbers will be provided to track each processing. To check the status, after 20 days you can fill out the status update request form online through the Global Affairs website.

Steps and Procedures to apply for Global Affairs Canada

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