Guide: Getting an Apostille for Canada (Express Entry and Study Permits)

Moving to Canada: Navigating Express Entry and Study Permits in 2026

Canada continues to welcome Australian citizens seeking world-class education and permanent residency. Whether you are aiming for a highly sought-after Study Permit or applying for permanent residency via the Express Entry system, providing verified Australian documents is a fundamental requirement of your Canadian immigration journey.

Essential Australian Documents for Canada

To satisfy Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), you will need to prepare a specific portfolio of personal and educational records:

• University Degrees and Diplomas: Critical for Express Entry points and Study Permit applications. (Note: Express Entry also requires an Educational Credential Assessment – ECA).
• AFP National Police Checks: A clean criminal record is mandatory for almost all Canadian visa categories.
• Birth and Marriage Certificates: Required to establish identity and family relationships for joint applications.

Apostille vs. Legalization: The 2026 Rules for Canada

Great news for Australians heading to Canada: the days of complex embassy legalization are over. On January 11, 2024, Canada officially joined the Hague Apostille Convention.

As we navigate 2026, this means that Australian public documents intended for use in Canada only require a DFAT Apostille. You no longer need to have your documents authenticated by DFAT and then legalized by the Canadian High Commission. A single Apostille certificate issued by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is fully recognized by Canadian authorities for your Express Entry and Study Permit applications.

Remember, if you are submitting copies of your original documents, they must first be certified and notarized by an Australian Notary Public before the DFAT Apostille can be applied.

Let MyApostille.com.au Handle Your Canadian Documentation

Applying for Canadian visas requires strict attention to detail, and a rejected document can delay your Express Entry profile or Study Permit by months. MyApostille.com.au is here to eliminate that risk and streamline your paperwork.

David Coleman, Notary Public in Sydney, offers fast, reliable notarization and Apostille services tailored for Canadian immigration requirements. We manage the entire DFAT Apostille process on your behalf, ensuring your educational transcripts, police checks, and civil documents are perfectly prepared for the IRCC.

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