The in-person ODS office at 777 Bay Street, Lower Level is the only same-day apostille option in Canada. No appointment needed. Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Open to anyone submitting Ontario-issued documents or Ontario-notarized documents. The travel cost is worth it for applicants on deadline who qualify for ODS.

Second in-person ODS location. 4th Floor, 161 Elgin Street. Accepts in-person Ontario apostille submissions.

Sault Ste. Marie, Windsor, and Thunder Bay

No in-person public service. Even if you are physically in Ottawa, you mail your package. Priority processing for genuine emergencies is available by contacting the Authentication Services Section directly, but it is not a standard option.

Mail and courier only. No in-person counter.

Mail and courier only. No walk-in counter.

Mail and in-person drop-off. In-person card payment accepted.

Mail-in only. No in-person counter.

Every major Canadian city has notaries public for apostille-related certifications. In Ontario, registered notaries serve Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Ottawa, Hamilton, and surrounding areas. In BC, notaries (and lawyers registered with the OIC Administration Office) are available throughout the Lower Mainland and across the province. In Alberta, any Alberta notary public can certify documents for the Ministry of Justice submission.