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Notarial Sevices
Canadian citizens requiring documents to be notarized should seek the services of a local notary public. It is common for U.S. banks to have notaries on staff and, typically, they provide services at a reasonable cost. If you are unable to locate a notary public and wish to visit the Consular Services Section to have your documents notarized, please phone 212-596-1759 to make an appointment.
If you are in Bermuda, please contact our Honorary Consul for an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- I need documents notarized. Where can I go?
Most Canadian agencies will accept documents notarized by a U.S. public notary, such as those commonly on staff at banks.
If required, the Consular Services Section can provide you with notarial services. The fees that apply for this service, are to be paid only by cash (exact amount), money order, bank draft or certified cheque (payable to the Consulate General of Canada). To make an appointment, please phone (212) 596-1759 or email.
- I am a Canadian citizen planning to get married in a foreign country. I have been told that I need to provide a document to the effect that I am free to marry. How and where can I obtain one?
The requirement, format and procedure should be verified with the Government of Canada office in the country where the marriage will take place.
- I need documents authenticated. How do I can arrange this?
For authentication of Canadian documents for use in the United States or a third country, contact:
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
Authentication and Service of Documents Section (JLAC)
125 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
K1A 0G2
(800) 267 8376 (Toll-Free in Canada)
(613) 944-4000 (in the National Capital Region and outside Canada)
(613) 944-9136 (TTY for the deaf)
When submitting documents in person to JLAC, appointments are not necessary. Simply report to the Reception Desk at the above address, Monday to Friday, between 10:30 A.M.-12 P.M. or 3-4 P.M. (except on statutory holidays).
