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Apostille Convention member (effective 1968-01-13)
Austria Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to Austria?
Check which documents you need, where to issue them, the translation/notarization/apostille process, and official Austrian agency information.
Quick summary — Convention took effect in 1968 → documents can be submitted with an apostille only (no consular authentication needed). The issuing agency varies by document type.
HCCH official status — Ratification deposited 1967-11-14 · entry into force 1968-01-13 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
Which documents are you submitting to Austria?
Click a document to see the issuing agency, whether online issuance is available, and authentication notes. Only links marked Official are official government, court, or public-institution sites.
Family & Personal
Family Relation Certificate · Basic Certificate · Marriage Relation Certificate
Issuing Agency — Korean courts (city/district/town office handling family registration)
Electronic Family Relation Registration System (Official) ・ Gov24 (Official)
Education & Career
Degree Certificate · Certificate of Criminal Record
Issuing Agency — The school attended/graduated from (Degree Certificate) / National Police Agency (Certificate of Criminal Record)
Corporate & Business
Certificate of Corporate Registration · Business Registration Certificate
Issuing Agency — Registry Office (Certificate of Corporate Registration) / National Tax Service (Business Registration Certificate)
Official agency names/URLs are current as of the time of writing and may change.
Authentication Process for Submission to Austria
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to Austria? The basic flow is as follows.
Austria Guide by Purpose
Required documents vary by receiving institution and situation — the below is a representative reference list, not a definitive guide.
Employment
Certificate of Criminal Record and diploma certificates are confirmed to be used in many actual cases.
International Marriage
Marriage Relation Certificate and Family Relation Certificate may be used, but the exact list needs confirmation.
Study Abroad
Degree Certificate and Transcript may be used, but the exact list needs confirmation.
Business & Corporate
Certificate of Corporate Registration and Business Registration Certificate may be used, but the exact list needs confirmation.
Documents Issued in Austria for Submission in Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Austria to a Korean institution, it must first go through the relevant Austria issuing agency.
Issuance Split by Document Type
Depending on the document type, Austria's Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs (BMEIA), the presiding judge of the relevant regional court (Landesgericht/OLG), the state (Land) government, or the relevant district administrative authority (Bezirkshauptmannschaft) handles issuance.
Court-Certified Translator Required
Translations for submission to Austria generally must be done by a court-sworn translator (gerichtlich beeideter Übersetzer).
Austria Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from the Austria government and related official agencies. Please check the latest information before actual submission.
Please reconfirm the exact application method, required documents, and fees on the official sites above.
How Vision ApoKorea Can Help
Find it hard to handle on your own? From document issuance to translation, notarization, and apostille, Vision ApoKorea can help you confirm and complete the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do documents submitted to Austria require an apostille?
Austria has been a member of the Apostille Convention since January 13, 1968, so public documents that meet the Convention's requirements can be submitted with an apostille only, with no consular authentication needed.
Where do I get an apostille for Austrian documents?
The issuing agency varies by document type — the BMEIA, a regional court president, a state government, or a district authority — so individual confirmation is needed.
How should I handle translation?
Translation by a court-sworn translator (gerichtlich beeideter Übersetzer) is generally required.
How much does it cost?
Government fees, translation fees, notarization fees, and service fees are all separate and vary by document and quantity. You can request an individual quote at Get a Quote.
Can I submit multiple documents at once?
Yes, you can submit multiple documents together. Let us know the quantity at Get a Quote.
