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Apostille Convention member (effective 2013-12-31)
Bahrain Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to Bahrain?
Check which documents you need, where to issue them, the translation/notarization/apostille process, and official Bahraini agency information.
Quick summary — Convention took effect in 2013 → documents can be submitted with an apostille only (no consular authentication needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2013-04-10 · entry into force 2013-12-31 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
Which documents are you submitting to Bahrain?
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 Bahrain
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to Bahrain? The basic flow is as follows.
Bahrain 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 Bahrain for Submission in Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Bahrain to a Korean institution, it must first go through the relevant Bahrain issuing agency.
Issuing Agency
The Legalization Office within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is confirmed to handle apostilles.
Fees, Electronic Apostille & Translation
Fees, an electronic apostille system, and a certified-translator system were not confirmed in this research — please check with the relevant agency for the latest information.
Bahrain Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from Bahrain-related international organizations and Korean 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 Bahrain require an apostille?
Bahrain has been a member of the Apostille Convention since 2013-12-31, 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 Bahraini documents?
The Legalization Office within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is confirmed to handle this, but detailed application procedures are still being confirmed — please check with the relevant agency for the latest information.
How should I handle translation?
No translation certification 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.
