Embassy Authentications in Canada

Consulate General of Colombia

Document Authentication/Apostille

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Consulate General of Colombia

Authentication or otherwise known as legalization, from the Colombian Embassy is often required if you have Canadian documents that will be used in Colombia.

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

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

Required Documents for Authentication with Consulate General of Colombia

– Original hardcopy of the document

Processing for Authentication with Colombian Embassy

The average processing time is approximately 17 business days. The document will first be authenticated by the Global Affairs Canada. Once completed, Global Affairs Canada will ship the documents to the Colombian Embassy to have it legalized there. After this step is completed, the embassy will return the document to us. We will then arrange courier to ship the document back to you. Tracking number will be provided for the shipment.

Steps and Procedures to Apply for Authentication with Consulate General of Colombia

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