Apostille for South Korea

South Korea document preparation: identify the document, check the recipient’s request, confirm the submission route. — For South Korea, confirm the receiving organization’s instructions before arranging document services.

Apostille accepted

South Korea: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 25 October 2006
Entry into force: 14 July 2007
Application with Canada: 11 January 2024
Official future date: Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Route for Canadian documents: Canadian apostille → submission in South Korea
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does South Korea accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for South Korea on 14 July 2007 and has applied between Canada and South Korea since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for South Korea

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in South Korea.

South Korea embassy and consular contacts

Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.

The directory can include non-resident missions and honorary consulates. Confirm that the office provides the service you need.

Official sources for South Korea

South Korea apostille and legalization FAQs

Does South Korea accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for South Korea?

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in South Korea.

When did South Korea join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?

Accession deposited: 25 October 2006. Entry into force: 14 July 2007. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

Treaty record checked on 30 October 2026. HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.