Embassy & Consulate Legalisation
The Country of Use Must Be Stated for Legalisation
DIRCO requires the applicant to state where the document will be used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why must I state the destination country?
It determines whether the document needs an apostille or authentication.
Can I leave the destination country blank on a courier cover letter?
DIRCO's courier guidance requires the cover letter to state the destination country.
Does the country of use affect only DIRCO?
It can also affect the receiving authority's own document requirements.
Source: DIRCO – Legalisation Services