Authentication of Documents

The Authentication of Documents program authenticates official Canadian documents and documents signed by a Canadian notary public or lawyer for use abroad.

The Division also issues Statements in lieu of a Certificates of Non-Impediment to Marriage Abroad for persons wishing to marry in a country where such a document is required.

Delivered by: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada

Application Information

• Requests to obtain a Statement in lieu of a Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage Abroad must be submitted by mail.
• Requests for document authentication must be submitted by mail or in person.

Contact Information

General Inquiries:

• 1-800-267-8376 (toll free in Canada)
• 613-944-4000 (in the National Capital Region and outside Canada)
• 613-944-9136 (TTY)