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Apostille Convention member (effective 2007-03-16)
Moldova Document Authentication Guide
Submitting a Korean document to Moldova?
Check document issuing agencies, translation/notarization/apostille procedures, and official Moldovan agency information.
Quick summary — Convention joined in 2006 (effective 2007) → submission possible with apostille only (no consular authentication needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2006-06-19 · entry into force 2007-03-16 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to Moldova?
Click a document to see its issuing agency, whether online issuance is available, and authentication notes. Only links marked Official are official government, court, or public-institution sites.
Personal & Family
Family Relation Certificate · Basic Certificate · Marriage Relation Certificate
Issuing agency — Korean courts (city/district/town office handling family relation registration)
Electronic Family Relation Registration System (Official) ・ Gov.kr (Official)
Education & Career
Degree Certificate · Criminal Record Certificate
Issuing agency — The school you attended/graduated from (degree certificate) / National Police Agency (criminal record certificate)
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 checked and may change. Please verify with the relevant agency for the latest information.
Authentication Process for Submission to Moldova
How should you prepare Korean documents for submission to Moldova? The basic flow is as follows.
Guide by Purpose of Submission to Moldova
Required documents vary by receiving institution and situation, so the list below is a representative reference only, not a definitive guide.
International Marriage
Marriage relation and family relation certificates may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Employment / Relocation
Criminal record certificates and degree certificates may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Study Abroad
Degree certificates and transcripts may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Business / Corporate
Certificate of corporate registration and business registration certificates may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Documents Brought From Moldova to Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Moldova to Korea, the authentication process may vary depending on the issuing agency.
Issuing Agency & Fees
Moldova's issuing agency reportedly differs by document type. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration handles administrative documents, while the Agency for Legal Information Technologies and Resources under the Ministry of Justice (Apostille/Legalization Dept) handles all other documents. Fees are reported at 130 MDL (3-day processing) or 100 MDL (5-day processing) for individuals, and 180 MDL (3-day) or 150 MDL (5-day) for corporations (HCCH competent authority page, checked 2026-10-03).
E-Apostille & Translation
An online system (apostila.gov.md) exists, but whether a formal e-apostille is officially in use requires confirmation. No certified-translator registration system was confirmed during this research.
Moldova Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from the Moldovan government and related official agencies. Please check the latest information before actual submission.
Please re-confirm the exact application method, required documents, and fees directly at the official sites above.
How Vision ApoKorea Can Help
Finding it difficult to prepare on your own? From issuing documents to translation, notarization, and apostille, Vision ApoKorea can help you confirm and complete the necessary procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a document submitted to Moldova need an apostille?
Moldova joined the Apostille Convention on 2006-06-19 (effective 2007-03-16), so a Korean public document meeting Convention requirements can be submitted with only an apostille, without consular authentication.
Where do I get an apostille for Moldovan documents?
Handled separately by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration (administrative documents) and the Agency for Legal Information Technologies and Resources under the Ministry of Justice (all other documents).
How should I handle translation?
A certified-translator registration system was not confirmed during this research, so please check the exact requirements directly with the receiving institution.
How much does it cost?
Reported at 130 MDL (3 days) or 100 MDL (5 days) for individuals, and 180 MDL (3 days) or 150 MDL (5 days) for corporations (HCCH competent authority page, checked 2026-10-03). 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.
