Planning a wedding abroad is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with significant paperwork and legal requirements. Many foreign governments require Canadian citizens to provide official proof of their marital status, along with certified and authenticated documents, before they can legally marry overseas. At Notary Lawyer North York, we provide comprehensive Marriage Abroad Services to ensure that all of your documents are prepared, notarized, and, if necessary, authenticated and legalized for international use.
When Canadians plan to marry in another country, foreign authorities need reassurance that:
Without the right notarized and authenticated documents, your marriage application abroad may be delayed or denied.
Depending on the country, you may need some or all of the following:
At Notary Lawyer North York, we guide you through each step:
Document Review & Preparation
We assess which documents are required for your specific country and situation.
Notarization
Our notaries notarize your documents, statutory declarations, and certified copies.
Authentication
If required, we handle submission to Global Affairs Canada or provincial authentication offices.
Legalization
We liaise with the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate to finalize legalization.
Final Delivery
Your prepared documents are returned to you or delivered directly as instructed, ready for use abroad.
Expert Guidance – We have extensive experience working with Canadian and foreign authorities.
Stress-Free Process – We manage the paperwork, lines, and government processes on your behalf.
Comprehensive Support – From statutory declarations to embassy legalization, we handle it all.
Trusted Service – Our professional team ensures your documents are accurate and compliant.
Timely Results – We help you meet deadlines so your wedding abroad goes smoothly.
Every country has different requirements for marriage documentation.
Embassy and consulate rules may change, so it’s important to verify the latest requirements.
Processing times for authentication and legalization can be lengthy — plan well in advance of your travel date.
Our team at Notary Lawyer North York works closely with embassies and consulates to stay up to date, ensuring your paperwork won’t cause unnecessary delays.