비전 아포코리아
Apostille Convention Member (effective 2008-09-13)
São Tomé and Príncipe Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to São Tomé and Príncipe?
Check document issuance, translation/notarization/apostille procedures, and official São Tomé and Príncipe agency information.
3-second summary — Convention effective since 2008 → submission possible with apostille only (no consular authentication needed). Private documents require notarization first.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2007-12-19 · entry into force 2008-09-13 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to São Tomé and Príncipe?
Click a document to check the issuing agency, whether online issuance is available, and authentication notes. Only links marked Official are official sites of government, court, or public agencies.
Family / Personal
Family Relation Certificate · Basic Certificate · Marriage Relation Certificate
Issuing agency — Korean courts (city/county/town office handling family relation registration)
Electronic Family Relation Registration System (Official) ・ Gov24 (Official)
Education / Career
Degree Certificate · Criminal Record Certificate
Issuing agency — School 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 of verification and may change.
Authentication Process for Submission to São Tomé and Príncipe
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to São Tomé and Príncipe? The basic flow is as follows.
Guide by Purpose of Submission to São Tomé and Príncipe
Required documents vary by recipient agency and situation, so the below are representative reference documents, not a definitive guide.
International Marriage
Marriage relation certificate/family relation certificate may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Employment / Immigration
Criminal record certificate/degree certificate may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Study Abroad
Degree certificate/transcript may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Business / Corporate
Certificate of corporate registration/business registration certificate may be used, but the exact list should be confirmed.
Bringing Documents from São Tomé and Príncipe to Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in São Tomé and Príncipe to Korea, it must go through the São Tomé and Príncipe issuing agency's process.
Issuing agency
The Minister's Office and Consular Affairs Department under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Communities is confirmed to handle apostilles.
Fees / e-Apostille / translation
Fees, e-apostille systems, and certified translator systems were not confirmed in this research — information is being verified. Please contact the relevant authority for the latest information.
São Tomé and Príncipe Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from international bodies and Korean official agencies related to São Tomé and Príncipe. Please check the latest guidance before actual submission.
Please always re-confirm 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 confirm and complete the necessary procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do documents submitted to São Tomé and Príncipe need an apostille?
São Tomé and Príncipe has been a member of the Apostille Convention since 2008-09-13, so public documents meeting Convention requirements can be submitted with an apostille only, without consular authentication.
Where do I get an apostille for São Tomé and Príncipe documents?
The Minister's Office and Consular Affairs Department under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Communities is confirmed to handle this, but detailed application procedures are being verified — please contact the relevant authority for the latest information.
How should translation be handled?
The translation certification system was not confirmed, so please check directly with the recipient agency.
How much does it cost?
We do not provide an exact amount since official fee data was not confirmed. 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.
