Australian documents for use in France normally need an Australian apostille; the consulate only legalises documents already legalised locally. French documents for use abroad are now handled by notary councils in France.
Where to apply in Australia
State passport/authentication offices in Australia issue the apostille; consulate for legalisation.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of France.
How to apply
Apply in person or by mail to the state passport office (booking links on the page)
Documents you need
- Australian public or private document
- Apostille titled in French as required
Fees and processing time
The official pages do not publish a fee for this service. Ask the office before you apply.
Good to know
Page updated 20 Apr 2026. Fees not stated.
Official sources
- au.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/certificat/authentification-dun-document-l…
- au.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/certificat
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by France's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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More services of France in Australia
- Birth declaration or transcription
- Certificate of registration / residence and change of residence
- Citizen census registration and Defence and Citizenship Day (JDC)
- Death declaration or transcription
- Declaration of loss or theft of French documents
- Digital identity certification (France Identite)
- Emergency passport
- French nationality (marriage, naturalisation, reintegration)
- French visa (France-Visas)
- Laissez-passer (single-journey travel document)
- Life certificate for pensions
- Marriage: capacity certificate, banns and transcription
- National identity card (CNIe)
- PACS registration
- Passport application or renewal (in person)
- Registration on the register of French nationals abroad
- Remote passport renewal (trial)
- Voting from abroad and proxy voting