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In 2026, Canadian document apostille refers to the simplified processing of legalizing Canadian public documents for international use under the Hague Apostille Convention, which Canada has officially joined on January 11, 2024. As of today, there are 129 contracting parties to the Hague Apostille Convention. What are the key features of Canadian apostille in 2026? [...]
A Canadian apostille is a standardized certificate attached to your original Canadian public document (or a certified copy) that verifies the authenticity of the signature on the document for use in another country. Starting January 11 of 2024, apostille replaces country embassies and high commissions authentications in Canada, allowing a simplified legalization process. If you’re applying [...]
Neither the Canadian RCMP Police Clearance nor the apostille has an expiry date. However, the party requesting the document may set their own requirements regarding the validity period. Generally, the Canadian Police Clearance should not be older than 3 or 6 months from the date of issuance. If you are using your Canadian RCMP Police Clearance [...]
Applying internationally for a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate? We can help! If you're applying for a foreign visa, permanent residence, citizenship, or employment abroad, you may be required to provide a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate especially if you have lived in Canada for a period of time. Through our international fingerprinting services, you can begin your application [...]
Getting your fingerprints taken in Australia is simple! You may visit your local police station, a notary office, or any private-owned fingerprinting agency to inquire about their fingerprinting services. Most agencies take fingerprints digitally using their own livescan systems, but some may also offer ink-and-roll fingerprinting. Fingerprints taken digitally and manually (ink-and-roll) are both accepted to apply for a Canadian [...]
Obtaining a Canadian police check for an Australian visa or immigration is fast and easy! Australian immigration will ask you to submit a Canadian police check if you are a Canadian citizen or have lived in Canada for a period of time for your Australian visa/immigration application. You may need to provide your fingerprints for your Canadian police check. The [...]
Applying for a Canadian criminal record check in 2025 is quick and simple! If you are applying for a foreign visa, immigration, citizenship, or employment purpose, you may be required to provide a Canadian criminal record check if you have stayed in Canada for over 180 days. You can apply for a Canadian criminal record check online in Richmond, Vancouver, [...]
Canada officially joins the Hague Apostille Convention on January 11, 2024 and many people are confused about whether they need apostille or country embassy authentication for their Canadian documents. While the outcome is essentially the same, allowing for the use of a Canadian document in a foreign country, what each process involves can be different. Here are some facts [...]
Our office in Calgary AB offers specialized fingerprinting services for Hong Kong Police (CNCC). If you are a Hong Kong resident or have lived in Hong Kong for over 6 months and are applying for your Canadian citizenship, Canadian PR, employment, or visa, you may be requested to submit a Hong Kong Police Certificate of No Criminal Conviction (CNCC). Applicants [...]
The Fingerprint Room wishes you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 2024 is a remarkable year for The Fingerprint Room. Reflecting upon our feats and accomplishments, The Fingerprint Room is not only pleased to attend the annual Indigenous Partnership Success Showcase (IPSS) in the summer, but also be a part of the conversation with the BC provincial [...]