Embassy Authentications in Canada

Consulate General of France

Document Authentication/Apostille

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Consulate General of France

Authentication or otherwise known as legalization, from the Consulate of France is often required if you have Canadian documents that will be used in France.

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 France

– Original hardcopy of the document

Processing for Authentication with France Embassy

The average processing time is approximately 12-18 business days. The document will first be authenticated by the Global Affairs Canada. Once completed, Global Affairs Canada will ship the documents to the Consulate of France to have it legalized there. After this step is completed, the Consulate 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 France

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