Apostille Convention member (since 2002-12-31)

Monaco Document Authentication Guide

Submitting a Korean document to Monaco?
Check document issuing agencies, translation/notarization/apostille procedures, and official Monaco agency information.

Quick summary — Convention member since 2002 → submission possible with apostille only (no consular authentication needed). Private documents require notarization first.

HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2002-04-24 · entry into force 2002-12-31 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)

What documents are you submitting to Monaco?

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)

Gov.kr (Official)

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 Monaco

How should you prepare Korean documents for submission to Monaco? The basic flow is as follows.

① Obtain document→ ② Notarization if a private document→ ③ Check if French translation is needed→ ④ Apostille→ ⑤ Submit to the Monaco receiving institution

As a Convention member, Monaco uses the single apostille procedure. No separate consular authentication or embassy legalization is required.

Guide by Purpose of Submission to Monaco

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.

We do not assert that "submission to Monaco always requires a specific fixed set of documents." Exact requirements vary by receiving institution, so please always confirm with that institution directly.

Documents Brought From Monaco to Korea

If you are submitting a document issued in Monaco to Korea, the authentication process may vary depending on the issuing agency.

Issuing Agency & Fees

Monaco's apostille is reported to be issued by the Direction des Services Judiciaires (Judicial Services Directorate) at the Palais de Justice, with a fee of approximately €5.

E-Apostille & Translation

Whether an e-apostille system and a certified-translator registration system are in operation was not confirmed during this research.

While the issuing agency and approximate fee have been confirmed, the e-apostille and translation systems require further confirmation — please verify the exact procedure through official channels.

Monaco Official Agencies

The links below are guidance from the Monaco government and related official agencies. Please check the latest information before actual submission.

Korean Embassy in Monacooverseas.mofa.go.kr/mc-ko/index.do

Korea MOFA Apostillewww.apostille.go.kr/index.do

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a document submitted to Monaco need an apostille?

Monaco has been an Apostille Convention member since 2002-12-31, 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 Monaco documents?

Reported to be issued by the Direction des Services Judiciaires (Judicial Services Directorate) at the Palais de Justice.

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 approximately €5. 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.