비전 아포코리아
Apostille Convention member (effective 2020-06-23)
Palau Document Authentication Guide
Submitting a Korean document to Palau?
Check document issuing agencies, translation/notarization/apostille procedures, and official Palauan agency information.
Quick summary — Joined in 2019, Convention effective 2020 → submission possible with apostille only (no consular authentication needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2019-10-17 · entry into force 2020-06-23 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to Palau?
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 Palau
How should you prepare Korean documents for submission to Palau? The basic flow is as follows.
Guide by Purpose of Submission to Palau
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 Palau to Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Palau to Korea, it must go through the Palauan issuing agency.
Issuing Agency
The Minister of State and the Clerk of Courts of the Palau Supreme Court are confirmed to hold apostille-issuing authority. The exact office responsible may vary by document type, so this should be confirmed.
E-Apostille, Translation & Fees
Information on an e-apostille system, a translation certification system, and fees was not confirmed during this research.
Palau Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from official agencies related to Palau. 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 Palau need an apostille?
Palau joined on 2019-10-17 and the Convention took effect on 2020-06-23, 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 Palauan documents?
The Minister of State or the Clerk of Courts of the Palau Supreme Court holds issuing authority, but the exact office for a given document type requires confirmation.
How should I handle translation?
A translation certification system was not confirmed, so please check directly with the receiving institution.
How much does it cost?
No official fee data was confirmed, so we do not provide a specific amount. 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.
