비전 아포코리아
Apostille Convention Member (effective 1973-01-18)
Hungary Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to Hungary?
Check issuing agencies, the translation/notarization/apostille process, and official Hungary institution information.
3-Second Summary — Convention took effect in 1973 → submission with apostille alone is possible (no consular confirmation needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 1972-04-18 · entry into force 1973-01-18 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to Hungary?
Tap a document to check 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/county/town/district office handling family relation registration)
Electronic Family Relation Registration System (Official) ・ Gov.kr (Official)
Education & Career
Degree Certificate · Criminal Record Certificate
Issuing Agency — School attended/graduated from (degree certificate) / National Police Agency (criminal record certificate)
Corporate & Business
Corporate Registration Certificate · Business Registration Certificate
Issuing Agency — Registry office (corporate registration certificate) / National Tax Service (business registration certificate)
Official institution names and URLs are current as of the time of verification and may change.
Authentication Process for Submission to Hungary
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to Hungary? Here is the basic flow.
Hungary Submission Guide by Purpose
Required documents vary by receiving institution and situation, so the list below is for reference only and not a definitive guide.
International Marriage
Marriage Relation Certificate and Family Relation Certificate may be used, but the exact list requires confirmation.
Employment / Immigration
Criminal Record Certificate and Degree Certificate may be used, but the exact list requires confirmation.
Study Abroad
Degree Certificate and Transcript may be used, but the exact list requires confirmation.
Business / Corporate
Corporate Registration Certificate and Business Registration Certificate may be used, but the exact list requires confirmation.
Documents Issued in Hungary for Use in Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Hungary to Korea, it must first go through Hungary's issuing agency.
Three Issuing Agencies by Document Type
Hungary's apostille issuing agency depends on the document type. The Ministry of Justice handles court-related documents (free), the Hungarian Chamber of Civil Law Notaries (MOKK) handles notarized documents (15,000 HUF), and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade handles all other documents (5,500 HUF). These fees are confirmed via the HCCH list of competent authorities.
Translation Practice
The state translation body OFFI (Hungarian Office for Translation and Attestation) is generally reported to be required or preferred. However, recent legal amendments reportedly narrowed OFFI's exclusive scope, so we do not assert OFFI is the only option — please confirm the exact current rules.
Official Hungary Institutions
The links below are guidance from the Hungarian government and related official institutions. Please check the latest information before actual submission.
Please always verify the exact application method, required documents, and fees on the official sites above.
How Vision ApoKorea Can Help
Finding it difficult to prepare on your own? From document issuance to translation, notarization, and apostille, Vision ApoKorea can help you check and complete the necessary procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do documents submitted to Hungary require an apostille?
Hungary has been an Apostille Convention member since 1973-01-18, so public documents meeting Convention requirements can be submitted with an apostille alone, without consular confirmation.
Where do I get an apostille for a Hungarian document?
It depends on the document type: the Ministry of Justice (court documents, free), the Chamber of Civil Law Notaries (notarized documents, 15,000 HUF), and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (other documents, 5,500 HUF).
How do I handle translation?
The state translation body OFFI is generally required or preferred, but recent regulation changes may have adjusted the scope — please confirm the latest requirements with the receiving institution.
How much does it cost?
Notarized documents cost 15,000 HUF, other documents 5,500 HUF, and court documents are free (per the HCCH list of competent authorities), but this may change — please reconfirm on the official site. Get a Quote for individual quotes.
Can I submit multiple documents at once?
Yes, you can submit multiple documents together. Let us know the quantity at Get a Quote.
