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Apostille Convention member (in effect since 2026-09-11)
Vietnam Document Authentication Guide
Submitting Korean documents to Vietnam?
Check the required documents and issuing agencies, translation/notarization/apostille procedures, and official Vietnam agency information.
3-second summary — Vietnam deposited its instrument of accession on 2025-12-31, and the Apostille Convention entered into force on 2026-09-11. Documents can now be submitted with a single apostille issued by Korea's Overseas Koreans Agency or Ministry of Justice, without consular legalization by the Vietnamese Embassy in Korea.
HCCH official status — Accession deposited 2025-12-31 · entry into force 2026-09-11 · Applies with Korea: yes (no objection by Korea). HCCH Apostille Convention status table (checked 2026-10-03)
What documents are you submitting to Vietnam?
Click a document to check the issuing agency, online issuance availability, and authentication notes. Only links marked Official are the official sites of government, court, or public agencies.
Family & Personal
Certificate of Family Relations · Basic Certificate · Marriage Relations Certificate
Issuing agency — Korean courts (the city/district/town/township office handling family relations registration)
Online issuance — Available. Requires identity verification such as a joint certificate
e-Family Relations Registration System (Official) ・ Gov.kr (Official)
This document is especially common for international marriage (marriage registration) inquiries. Vietnamese translation is often required when submitting to Vietnam.
Employment & Career
Criminal Record Report · Career Certificate · Employment Certificate
Issuing agency — National Police Agency (criminal record report); the employing company (career/employment certificate)
Online issuance — The criminal record report can be applied for via Gov.kr (in-person pickup may be required for issuance)
Sometimes required for Vietnamese work-permit procedures. The exact required documents vary by employer and visa type, so confirmation is needed.
Corporate & Business
Business Registration Certificate · Certified Copy of Corporate Register
Issuing agency — National Tax Service (business registration certificate); court registry office (certified copy of corporate register)
Online issuance — Available
National Tax Service Hometax (Official) ・ Korea Internet Registry Office (Official)
Used for local corporate establishment and investment procedures in Vietnam. This document type is explicitly referenced in Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs guidance.
Official agency names/URLs are current as of the check date and may change. Please reconfirm the latest information at the relevant agency's site.
Authentication Process for Submission to Vietnam
How do you prepare Korean documents for submission to Vietnam? Since the Apostille Convention entered into force on 2026-09-11, the following single-step apostille process applies.
Guide by Purpose for Submission to Vietnam
Required documents vary by receiving agency and situation, so the following are representative documents for reference only and not a definitive list.
International Marriage (Marriage Registration)
The marriage relations certificate and family relations certificate are mainly used. Many receiving offices require the original document with an apostille attached, plus a notarization request form and a copy of ID.
Employment
A criminal record report and career certificate may be required in some cases, but the exact requirements vary by employer and visa type and need to be confirmed.
Business/Corporate
The certified copy of the corporate register, business registration certificate, and power of attorney are used — document types explicitly referenced in Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs guidance.
Overseas Study
Graduation and transcript certificates may be used, but the exact frequency and requirements need confirmation — please check separately with the school you are applying to.
Documents Brought from Vietnam to Korea
If you are submitting a document issued in Vietnam to Korea, since the Convention entered into force on 2026-09-11, an apostille from the competent Vietnamese authority is sufficient, without separate consular confirmation.
Documents issued by Vietnamese government agencies
An apostille from the authority competent to issue it, such as Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Hanoi) or the Ho Chi Minh City Department of External Relations, is sufficient.
Notarized private documents from Vietnam
Private documents must first go through the local Vietnamese notarization process before an apostille can be obtained; the exact issuing agency and procedure need confirmation.
Vietnam Official Agencies
The links below are guidance from the governments of Vietnam and Korea and related official agencies. Please check the latest information before actual submission.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Korea is located at 123 Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul. Please be sure to reconfirm the exact intake method, required documents, and fees (subject to change) at the official sites above.
How Vision ApoKorea Can Help
Is 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 steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a document submitted to Vietnam need an apostille or consular legalization?
Vietnam deposited its instrument of accession to the Apostille Convention on 2025-12-31, and the Convention entered into force on 2026-09-11. Consular legalization by the Vietnamese Embassy in Korea is no longer required; the document only needs an apostille issued by Korea's Overseas Koreans Agency (under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) or the Ministry of Justice.
How do I submit a document issued in Vietnam to Korea?
Since the Convention entered into force on 2026-09-11, a document issued in Vietnam only needs an apostille from the competent Vietnamese authority to be submitted in Korea, without separate consular confirmation. The exact procedure may vary by issuing region and document type, so confirmation is required.
Is Vietnamese translation always required?
It depends on the receiving agency. Many agencies require a Vietnamese translation, but not all agencies are the same, so please confirm with the receiving agency.
What documents should I prepare for marriage registration?
The marriage relations certificate and family relations certificate are generally used, and many receiving offices require the original document with an apostille attached, plus a notarization request form and a copy of ID. Please confirm the exact required documents with the receiving office.
How long does processing take?
Processing time varies by document type, translation needs, and quantity, so we cannot provide a fixed timeframe. We will advise individually once we've reviewed your documents.
How much does it cost?
Government fees, translation fees, notarization fees, and agency service fees are each separate and vary by document and quantity. You can request an individual quote at Get a Quote.
Can I submit multiple documents at once?
Yes, multiple documents can be submitted together. Let us know the quantity at Get a Quote.
