3 New Countries Join the Hague Apostille Convention in 2024

Rwanda, Uzbekistan, and Vanuatu Are Now Part of the Apostille System — Here’s What That Means for You

If you're a notary, apostille agent, or international document preparer, here's something big: the Hague Apostille Convention just expanded.

As of June 5, 2024, Rwanda, Uzbekistan, and Vanuatu are now official members of the Hague Convention. That means documents headed to these countries can now be apostilled—no embassy visit required.

🌍 What’s the Hague Apostille Convention?

The Hague Convention of 1961 simplified how public documents are authenticated across borders. Instead of going through multiple government offices and foreign embassies, one apostille certificate does the job.

With this update, there are now over 125 member countries that recognize apostilles.

🚨 Why This Matters for Apostille Pros

These aren’t just names on a list—this is new opportunity:

Rwanda: growing demand for legal and academic paperwork

Uzbekistan: expanding international business & real estate markets

Vanuatu: a popular destination for offshore company setups

Adding these to your intake forms and marketing shows you're informed and ready to serve more clients.

✅ What You Should Do Now

Update your apostille request forms to include these countries

Mention the change in your client emails or social media

Promote apostille services for these locations with targeted keywords

Bottom Line:

Most people don’t know what an apostille is—until they need one fast. Now that these countries have joined the Hague Convention, you’re in a position to help.

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