비전 아포코리아
Apostille Convention Member (effective 2022-12-07)
Saudi Arabia Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to Saudi Arabia?
Check the required documents and issuing agencies, the translation, notarization, and apostille process, and official Saudi agency information.
3-second summary — Convention took effect in 2022 → can be submitted with an apostille alone (no consular authentication required). Saudi Arabia is the only Gulf-region Convention member.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2022-04-08 · entry into force 2022-12-07 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to Saudi Arabia?
Click a document to see its issuing agency, whether it can be issued online, and authentication notes. Only links marked Official are official sites of government, court, or public agencies.
Family / Personal
Certificate of Family Relations · Basic Certificate · Marriage Relation Certificate
Issuing agency — Korean courts (city/district/town/township office handling family relation registration)
Online issuance — Available. Identity verification (e.g. joint certificate) required
Electronic Family Relation Registration System (Official) ・ Gov24 (Official)
Education / Career
Degree Certificate · Employment Contract
Issuing agency — School attended/graduated from (degree certificate) / Employer (employment contract)
Online issuance — Varies by school. Not applicable for employment contracts
Confirmed in numerous actual cases of Saudi work-visa procedures.
Corporate / Business
Business Registration Certificate · Power of Attorney
Issuing agency — Local tax office (business registration certificate) / The party drafting it (power of attorney, notarization required)
Sometimes required for local incorporation or contract-related procedures in Saudi Arabia.
Official agency names and URLs are current as of the time of review and may change.
Authentication Process for Submission to Saudi Arabia
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to Saudi Arabia? The general flow is as follows.
Guide by Purpose of Submission to Saudi Arabia
Required documents vary by receiving agency and situation, so the items below are representative examples for reference only, not a definitive list.
Employment
Employment contracts and degree certificates are confirmed in numerous actual cases.
Business / Investment
Business registration certificates and powers of attorney are confirmed in numerous actual cases.
International Marriage
A marriage relation certificate and certificate of family relations may be required. Exact requirements must be confirmed.
Study Abroad
A degree certificate and academic transcript may be required. Exact requirements must be confirmed.
Bringing Documents from Saudi Arabia to Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Saudi Arabia to Korea, it must go through Saudi Arabia's apostille/verification process.
Saudi Electronic Verification Channel
Saudi Arabia operates document verification and authentication services through its e-government system (e.g. Najiz). Related submission channels can be checked at visa.mofa.sa, among others.
Saudi Arabian Embassy in Korea (to be confirmed)
The exact URL for the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Korea's consular services page is to be confirmed. Check the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs' directory of overseas missions for up-to-date contact information.
Saudi Arabia Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from the Saudi Arabian government and related official agencies. Please check the latest information before actual submission.
Please always re-verify the exact application method, required documents, and fees on the official sites above.
How Vision ApoKorea Can Help
Finding it difficult to prepare everything yourself? From document issuance to translation, notarization, and apostille, Vision ApoKorea can walk you through the required steps and handle them for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do documents submitted to Saudi Arabia require an apostille?
Saudi Arabia has been a member of the Apostille Convention since December 7, 2022, and is the only Gulf-region member among the four Gulf countries. Documents meeting the Convention's requirements can be submitted with an apostille alone.
Do I need consular authentication from the Saudi Arabian Embassy?
No. Because Saudi Arabia is a member of the Apostille Convention, documents can be submitted with an apostille alone, without a separate embassy consular authentication process.
Is Arabic translation always required?
It depends on the receiving agency. Some agencies accept English documents as-is, so it's best to confirm in advance.
How long does processing take?
It varies by document type, whether translation is needed, and quantity, so we can't give a fixed timeframe. We'll provide an individual estimate once we review your documents.
How much does it cost?
Government fees, translation fees, notarization fees, and service fees are all separate and vary by document and quantity. You can request an individual quote.
Can I submit multiple documents at once?
Yes, you can submit several documents together. Let us know the quantity.
