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Apostille Convention Member (effective 1999-03-09)
Ireland Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to Ireland?
Check issuing agencies, the translation/notarization/apostille process, and official Ireland institution information.
3-Second Summary — Convention took effect in 1999 → submission with apostille alone is possible (no consular confirmation needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Ratification deposited 1999-01-08 · entry into force 1999-03-09 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to Ireland?
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 Ireland
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to Ireland? Here is the basic flow.
Ireland 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.
Employment / Working Holiday
Criminal Record Certificate and Degree Certificate may be used, but the exact list requires confirmation.
International Marriage
Marriage Relation Certificate and Family Relation 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 Ireland for Use in Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Ireland to Korea, it must first go through Ireland's issuing agency.
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Authentication and Apostille Section
Apostilles for Irish documents are issued centrally by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Authentication and Apostille Section.
Paper Apostille Only
It is understood that only paper apostilles are issued, with no electronic apostille available. The fee is €40.
Official Ireland Institutions
The links below are guidance from the Irish 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 Ireland require an apostille?
Ireland has been an Apostille Convention member since 1999-03-09, so public documents meeting Convention requirements can be submitted with an apostille alone, without consular confirmation.
Where do I get an apostille for an Irish document?
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Authentication and Apostille Section issues it.
Is there an electronic apostille?
As far as confirmed, only paper apostilles are issued; an electronic apostille was not confirmed.
How much does it cost?
The Ireland apostille fee is €40; translation, notarization, and agency fees are separate. Please 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.
