비전 아포코리아
Apostille Convention member (effective 2023-03-09)
Pakistan Document Authentication Guide
Submitting a Korean document to Pakistan?
Check document issuing agencies, translation/notarization/apostille procedures, and official Pakistani agency information.
Quick summary — Convention effective since 2023 → submission possible with apostille only (no consular authentication needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2022-07-08 · entry into force 2023-03-09 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to Pakistan?
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 Pakistan
How should you prepare Korean documents for submission to Pakistan? The basic flow is as follows.
Guide by Purpose of Submission to Pakistan
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 Pakistan to Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Pakistan to Korea, it must go through the Pakistani issuing agency.
Issuing Agency
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) is confirmed to handle apostilles, and applications are also confirmed to be accepted through regional offices in Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta, and Gujrat.
Fees & Translation
Fees vary by source — 3,000–12,000 PKR per the MOFA page versus 500–3,000 PKR per hcch.net — so the exact amount requires confirmation (figures differ by source and need re-verification). An e-apostille system and a certified-translator registration system were also not confirmed.
Pakistan Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from the Pakistani government and related official agencies, along with Korean 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 Pakistan need an apostille?
Pakistan has been an Apostille Convention member since 2023-03-09, 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 Pakistani documents?
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) handles apostilles, with applications also accepted at regional offices in Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta, and Gujrat.
How should I handle translation?
A translation certification system (including whether certified translators are registered) was not verified in this research, so please confirm the exact requirements directly with the receiving institution.
How much does it cost?
Fees differ by source — 3,000–12,000 PKR or 500–3,000 PKR — and require confirmation (figures differ by source and need re-verification). 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.
