ALSC 5 Easy Steps
Our easy-to-follow process tells you what you need to do, allows you to set the turnaround time for completion and allows us, the experts, to take care of the rest.
1. We Verify Authentication
The first step for your document to be accepted internationally is to ensure it can be authenticated by Global Affairs Canada, which maybe called Apostille in some countries. Depending on the document they have specific requirements but not to worry we guarantee authentication. You simply send us a scan of your document and one of our friendly experts will review it to see if its ready to be authenticated.
2. We Confirm Embassy Requirements
The second step is the legalization of your document at the Embassy Consulate of the country where you will be using it. Most consulates have specific requirements that must be followed and charge a fee. Since requirements, fees and processing times change frequently using ALSC will prevent any delays for you. Our over 25 years of experience working with the diplomatic community allows us a distinct advantage assuring that your sensitive document is processed efficiently.
3. You Choose the Service Speed
Now you are ready to choose from your personalized quote the authentication service that meets your budget and timeline, either our Standard 3 business day or Economy 10 business day. Most consulates have a standard processing time for legalization, but a few do offer quicker service. Our service fees depend on the number of documents, service speed and whether a consulate is located in or outside of Ottawa. Simply decide what service choices are best for you.
4. Complete Order Form, Ready to Ship
We then help you complete our Order Form with the service choices that best suit you. Now it’s time to send your document to our Ottawa national office. We recommend using a traceable service like our shipping partners or get Free overnight shipping using an ALSC Service Center and save $80. Once received we send you an email with our invoice which can be paid securely online using MasterCard & Visa Credit Card, ApplePay, Discovery, PayPal, Interac e-Transfer or include a Corporate Cheque or Money Order.
5. Let us know, we take care of the rest!
Send a quick email that the document, order form and requirements have been sent to our Ottawa office or dropped off at an ALSC Service Center. Now it’s time to relax and let the experts provide you with up to the minute email updates or use the ALSC Order Status Tracker to give you peace of mind throughout the process. We make the process easy whether at home, the office or anywhere in the world. No line ups or government red tape, we take care of that for you.
It's Easy To Get Started
Simply answer a few quick questions and one of our friendly experts will reply by email with information on how we can help or call 1-800-336-1132
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Personal or Corporate
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Additional Services
Authentication Service
Validating a Canadian document for international use is a 2 step process. For the first step choose the ALSC Authentication Service that best suits your timeline and budget. Global Affairs Canada’s temporary rules and limited operating hours of Monday through Thursday makes it impossible to offer same day service, so for now we will only be offering our 3 & 10 business day Authentication services. To help our clients, we have introduced the ALSC Smart Choice to make our services more convenient but more importantly to save you money. When choosing your service make sure you Click the amount of documents you need Authenticated.
Embassy Fee
The Embassy charges a fee per document which varies per country and sometimes by document type. When required in secured funds a standard $10 money order charge will be added. With some countries we will need to confirm the fee. If you do not see your country listed choose the world icon. Make sure to Click the number of documents you selected for Legalization.
Argentina fee to be confirmed
Italy fee to be confirmed
Embassy Legalization Service
Legalization at the embassy consulate is the second step. Processing times vary and are in addition to the authentication time. Make sure you Click the number of documents for Legalization that matches the number of documents you selected for Authentication.
ALSC Easy Shipping Solutions
Once your document is completed it needs to get back to you or wherever it needs to go. Simply choose the shipping solution that works best for you. Please note the quoted shipping fees are for delivery to most major centers for a standard envelope weighing no more than .5kg/1 lb.
I chose the ALSC Smart Choice FedEx pick up & delivery within Canada included
Service On Hold Due To Covid-19 restrictions - I want to save $80 in FedEx shipping fees with free drop off & pick up at an ALSC Service Center
Canada Post Xpress Regional Ontario or Quebec $20 Projected delivery 1-2 business days
Canada Post Xpress National Delivery in Canada $25 Projected delivery 2-3 business days
FedEx Canada next business day $50
FedEx USA next business day $70
FedEx to Mexico or Europe $100
FedEx China $120
FedEx to Middle East or South America $140
FedEx Russia $195
I Will Provide Shipping
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Thank you for using the Authentication Legalization Services Canada Inc. (ALSC) quote estimator we look forward to providing you a free no obligation quote for services. This estimate is an approximation and is not guaranteed or promised by ALSC. The estimate is based on information provided by the client and the requirements of Global Affairs Canada and the various foreign countries that may change without notice. Actual cost may or will change once all the project elements are finalized with the client. Prior to any changes of cost, the client will be notified.
The right to individual privacy is a matter our firm takes very seriously. Please be assured that the private information provided by our clients or collected by our staff is held in the strictest confidence. ALSC also complies with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (“PIPEDA”).