Apostille
Notary Stamp Scarborough
International Document Authentication
Apostille services are essential for individuals and businesses who need their documents officially recognized outside of Canada. We assist with the authentication process to ensure your documents meet international requirements and are accepted by foreign authorities without delays.
Our office handles a wide range of documents, including personal certificates, legal papers, and business documentation. We make the process simple and straightforward, guiding you through each step and ensuring all requirements are properly met.
We understand that international documentation can be confusing and time-sensitive. That’s why we provide clear instructions, fast processing, and reliable service to help you complete everything correctly the first time.
Proudly serving Scarborough, Toronto, Markham, Vaughan, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Pickering, Ajax and clients across Ontario.
Why Choose Our Apostille Service
- Fast and efficient document processing
- Clear guidance through every step
- Reliable service for international use
- Affordable and transparent pricing
- Convenient location in Scarborough
Apostille in Ontario — What You Should Know
Apostille or authentication — which one you need
The Hague Apostille Convention came into force for Canada on January 11, 2024. If your document is going to a country that belongs to the Convention, it now receives an apostille certificate, and no further embassy step is required.
If the destination country is not a member, the older route still applies: the document is authenticated and then legalized at that country’s consulate. Tell us the destination country and we will point you to the correct path before you spend money on the wrong one.
Which documents usually need one
Vital records such as birth, marriage and death certificates; diplomas, degrees and transcripts; police record checks; corporate and business documents; and private documents like declarations and powers of attorney.
Order of operations matters
Private documents — a declaration you wrote, a power of attorney, a copy that needs certifying — normally have to be notarized or commissioned first. The apostille is then issued for that notarized document. Sending an un-notarized private document is one of the most common reasons an application is sent back.
How It Works
Call or Book
Call 416-951-3301 or send us a message. We are open 7 days a week, including evenings by arrangement.
Visit the Office
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and your unsigned documents. Free printing and copying is available on site.
Signed & Sealed
Your documents are witnessed, signed, and sealed on the spot — most visits take just a few minutes.
What to Bring for Apostille Service
- The original document — or the document that needs notarizing first
- Valid photo ID — Passport or Driver’s License
- The destination country — requirements differ by country
- Any instructions you were given by the receiving authority
Free document printing and copying available on site. We accept Cash and e-Transfer.
Service Fees at a Glance
| Service | Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Notarization of Documents | $20 first document · $15 each (2–5) · $10 each (5+) |
| Certification of Documents (Certified True Copies) | $20 first document · $15 each (2–4) · $10 each (5+) |
| Degree & Transcript Certification | $20 first document · $15 each (2–4) · $10 each (5+) |
| Commissioning (Oaths & Declarations) | $20 first document · $15 each (2–4) · $10 each (5+) |
| Consent to Travel Letters (child travel) | $20 per signature |
| Affidavits | $70 |
| Statutory Declarations | $20 per signature |
| OSAP Affidavits (student aid) | $20 per signature |
| Power of Attorney | $70 |
| Wills & Estate Documents | $20 per signature |
| Real Estate & Deed Documents | $20 per signature |
| Loan & Contract Notarization | $20 per signature |
| Single Status Declaration (marriage abroad) | $20 per signature |
| Letters of Invitation | $70 |
| Apostille | $100 |
| Travel Documents (Lieu of Guarantor) | Price upon request |
| Immigration Consulting | Price upon request |
| Landlord & Tenant Board Matters | Price upon request |
| Small Claims Court | Price upon request |
| Criminal Case | Contact for details |
Fees are determined by the number of notarization signatures, not the number of documents. Free printing and copying. We accept Cash and e-Transfer.
What Our Clients Say
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an apostille and authentication?
An apostille is a single certificate accepted by countries in the Hague Apostille Convention, which Canada joined on January 11, 2024. Authentication followed by consular legalization is the older, longer route still used for countries outside the Convention. Which one you need depends entirely on the destination country.
Does my document need to be notarized before the apostille?
Usually yes for private documents — declarations, powers of attorney, letters and copies must be notarized or commissioned first, and the apostille is issued for that notarized document. Government-issued records such as birth certificates generally do not need notarization first.
Can you guarantee a foreign authority will accept my document?
No. We make sure the notarization is done correctly and explain the apostille process, but the receiving authority in the destination country sets its own requirements. Always check what they ask for before you start.
How much does Apostille cost?
Service fee: $100. Fees are determined by the number of notarization signatures, not the number of documents. We accept Cash and e-Transfer.
Do I need an appointment?
We are open 7 days a week: Mon – Fri: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm, Sat – Sun: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Call 416-951-3301 before visiting so we can have everything ready — same-day and last-minute visits are usually no problem.
What should I bring?
A valid government-issued photo ID (Passport or Driver’s License) and your documents, unsigned — the notary must witness your signature. If you need certified copies, bring the original documents. Free printing and copying is available.
What areas do you serve?
Yes. Our office at 1225 Kennedy Road, Scarborough, Ontario, M1P 4Y1, Suite 2000, Unit #2020 serves Scarborough, Toronto, Markham, Vaughan, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Pickering, Ajax and clients from across Ontario.
Fast & Reliable Notary Services
- 416-951-3301
- kershtein@gmail.com
- 1225 Kennedy Road, Scarborough, Ontario, M1P 4Y1, Suite 2000, Unit #2020
- Mon – Fri: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
- Sat – Sun: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm