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Apostille Convention member (succession, effective 1973-07-10)
The Bahamas Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to the Bahamas?
Check which documents you need, where to issue them, the translation/notarization/apostille process, and official Bahamian agency information. The Bahamas became a Convention member through succession upon independence.
Quick summary — Succession took effect in 1973 → documents can be submitted with an apostille only (no consular authentication needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Succession declared 1976-04-30 · entry into force 1973-07-10 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
Which documents are you submitting to the Bahamas?
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 the Bahamas
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to the Bahamas? The basic flow is as follows.
the Bahamas Guide by Purpose
Required documents vary by receiving institution and situation — the below is a representative reference list, not a definitive guide.
International Marriage
Marriage Relation Certificate and Family Relation Certificate may be used, but the exact list needs confirmation.
Employment / Immigration
Certificate of Criminal Record and Degree 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 the Bahamas for Submission in Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in the Bahamas to a Korean institution, it must first go through the relevant the Bahamas issuing agency.
Issuing Agency
Multiple officials within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Nassau) — the Permanent Secretary, Director General, and Under Secretary — are confirmed to handle apostille duties.
Electronic Apostille, Translation & Fees
Information on an electronic apostille system, a certified-translator registration system, and fees was not confirmed in this research.
the Bahamas Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from the the Bahamas 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do documents submitted to the Bahamas require an apostille?
The Bahamas became a member of the Apostille Convention through succession upon independence, effective 1973-07-10, 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 Bahamian documents?
Officials within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Nassau), such as the Under Secretary, are confirmed to handle this, but detailed application procedures require confirmation.
How should I handle translation?
No certified-translator registration system has been confirmed, so please check directly with the receiving institution.
How much does it cost?
No official fee information has been confirmed, so we cannot provide an exact amount. 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.
