• Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer
  • About
    • Maria Campos
  • Services
    • Immigration Law
    • Corporate & Commercial Law
    • Notary Public
      • Apostille Services
    • Real Estate Law
    • Wills & Estates
    • Civil Litigation
    • Family Law
      • Separation & Divorce
      • Property and Debt
      • Family Law Agreements
      • Custody & Access
      • Child Support
      • Spousal Support
      • Adoption
  • Contact
  • Payments
  • Blog
    • Immigration
    • Family Law
      • Separation & Divorce
      • Child Support
      • Spousal Support
      • Family Law Agreements
      • Legal Custody
      • Property & Debt
    • Corporate Law
    • Real Estate Law
    • Civil Litigation
    • Wills & Estates
  • Español

Invicta Law

Lawyer & Notary Public

Validating Canadian Documents for Use in Mexico

December 20, 2021 By Invicta

Validating Canadian Documents for Use in Mexico

Canada and Mexico have strong economic, political, and cultural ties. Many Canadians want to work or do business in Mexico. Others want to have a destination wedding or retire on the beach in Mexico. In any case, proper paperwork is a must, and your Canadian documents must go through a specialized validation process before Mexican authorities will accept them.

Why Apostille of Canadian documents is needed

Official documents issued by Canadian authorities must be certified as valid and legitimate before Mexican authorities will accept them for processing. There is a streamlined document validation process called “Apostille” that is followed in countries that have signed the Hague Apostille Convention Mexico is a signatory to the Hague Apostille Convention, but Canada is not. That means you cannot get an Apostille certificate for a Canadian document. Instead, Canadian documents must go through a multi-step document validation process known as “authentication and legalization” to make them legally valid in Mexico. The process is discussed below.

Why you might need Apostille of Canadian documents

There are many personal and business reasons you may need to get the Canadian equivalent of an Apostille certificate for a document issued in Canada. Examples include:

  • If you want to work in Mexico, you will need to submit validated documents that typically include your birth certificate, diplomas, or transcripts.
  • If you want to get married in Mexico, you will need birth certificates, and may also need marriage certificates, divorce certificates and/or death certificates.
  • If you want to retire in Mexico, you will need the documents listed above, plus others such as a criminal record check and proof of pension.
  • If you want to do business in Mexico, your document needs will vary based on the commercial opportunity. Frequently required documents include certificates of incorporation, tax residency certificates, and corporate resolutions.

Authentication and legalization of documents for Mexico

Authentication of most Canadian public documents is done by Global Affairs Canada. It is highly recommended that you get professional assistance to make sure your document meets the relevant requirements before it is sent to Global Affairs Canada. For example, notarization is often required.

Legalization is done by the Mexican consular office in Canada. The Consulate General of Mexico in Vancouver is authorized to legalize documents issued in BC. The Embassy of Mexico in Ottawa is empowered to legalize documents issued by any Canadian authority. Once the document has been both authenticated and legalized, it is ready for use in Mexico.

Keep in mind that there are fees associated with each step. Payment must be sent in with the document itself. Processing times should also be kept in mind, particularly if your document needs are time-sensitive (an upcoming destination wedding is a great example). Your document may be rejected at any stage if mistakes are made, which will delay the processing time.

Who can help with validating Canadian documents for use in Mexico

The authentication and legalization process is complicated. Procedural mistakes can be costly, leading to delay and frustration. Invicta Law Corporation can help get your documents ready for use in Mexico. Maria Campos LL.M offers the equivalent of Canadian Apostille services to streamline document validation and take the stress out of the process. Contact Invicta Law Corporation today for a quote.

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp

Related Posts


Featured Posts

Importing a Car to Canada from Mexico

June 14, 2022 By Invicta

Thinking about importing a car from Mexico to Canada? There is some leg work involved. Here is what you need to know about the import process.

How Does Express Entry Work?

June 1, 2022 By Invicta

Canada uses a points-based system called Express Entry to rank immigration applications. Applicants with the highest scores are selected from the pool of candidates and invited to apply for permanent residence in Canada. If you are a skilled immigrant who wants to immigrate to Canada, Express Entry may be a great option for you.

Temporary Entry to Canada from US and Mexico Easier Under CUSMA

April 6, 2022 By Invicta

Temporary entry to Canada is easier if you are a citizen of the Unites State or Mexico coming to Canada as a “business person.” The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) simplifies the process for professionals, tradespeople, investors, executives, and business visitors who want to work temporarily in Canada.

Reconsideration of a Refused PR Application- Two Stage Principle

February 22, 2022 By Maria

Refusals of immigration applications are common, and it has also become common to apply for reconsiderations, but exactly is a reconsideration of a decision and what is the legal test?

The Federal Court of Canada has recently ruled on a two stage process required by an immigration officer when assessing a reconsideration of a negative decision.

Misrepresentation or Innocent Misrepresentation; What if your Immigration Representative Submits your Application without Giving you an Opportunity to Review?

February 14, 2022 By invictalaw

The general consequence of a finding of misrepresentation in immigration applications is very severe – a five-year ban on admission to Canada. The jurisprudence is settled that s40(1)(a) of the IRPA is to be given a broad interpretation in order to promote its underlying purpose. It is important to note that the exception to this rule is narrow.

Newsletter

Footer

Invicta Law Corporation is based in Vancouver BC, focusing on Canadian Immigration, Family and Corporate Law.

-

88 West Pender St.
Suite 2081
Vancouver, BC V6B 6N9

Consultations by appointment only. Please contact us if you have any questions.

-

[email protected]
Book Appointment
(604) 674-7104

Copyright © 2023 · INVICTA LAW CORPORATION · Privacy Policy · Terms & Conditions · Disclaimer

Visit us on Facebook Facebook LinkedIn LinkedIn Instagram Instagram and Youtube Youtube