South Korea · Asia
Family Relation Certificate Apostille
Apostille processing for Korean family relation certificates, basic certificates, and marriage relation certificates with certified translation for UAE visa and residency applications.
Family Relation Certificate Apostille authenticates your Korean family relations document through the MOFA apostille process. GreenAttest manages the complete process from obtaining certificates at Korean district courts or embassies through apostille and certified English translation for UAE acceptance.
South Korea replaced the traditional Hojuk (family register) system in 2008 with a new family relations registration system. Under this system, five types of certificates can be issued: Family Relation Certificate, Basic Certificate, Marriage Certificate, Adoption Certificate, and Parentage Certificate. The Family Relation Certificate is the most commonly requested for UAE purposes as it shows the individual's relationships with immediate family members.
South Korea is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so Korean documents receive an apostille from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The apostille confirms the document's authenticity for international use. Like Japan, the UAE is not a Hague member, so some UAE authorities may require additional authentication beyond the apostille.
GreenAttest handles the entire process: obtaining the correct certificate from the Korean district court or through the Korean Embassy, arranging MOFA apostille, providing certified English translation, and managing any additional authentication required by UAE authorities.
Documents required
- 01 Family Relation Certificate from the district court or Korean Embassy (GreenAttest can arrange)
- 02 Korean passport copy
- 03 Korean national ID (Jumin Deungnokjeung) copy
- 04 UAE visa or Emirates ID copy (if applicable)
- 05 Authorization letter (Wiimseo) for representative processing
Special requirements
- § Certificates involving sealed records (such as adoption details) require court authorization to access and may take additional processing time.
- § Korean nationals who have renounced Korean citizenship may have limited access to family relation certificates and require special procedures.
How it works
- 01 Consult with GreenAttest to confirm the specific certificate type needed.
- 02 We obtain the certificate from the relevant Korean district court or embassy.
- 03 The certificate is submitted to Korean MOFA for apostille.
- 04 Certified English translation is prepared by an approved translator.
- 05 Apostilled document and translation are delivered to your UAE address.
- 06 Additional UAE-side authentication is arranged if required.
Insider tips
Frequently asked questions
The Family Relation Certificate shows the individual's name, date of birth, national ID number, and their relationship with parents, spouse, and children. It is the most comprehensive civil status document in the Korean system and covers most requirements for UAE authorities.
Korean MOFA apostille takes 3-5 business days for standard processing, with express processing available in 1-2 business days. Total end-to-end processing including certificate procurement and translation takes 10-18 business days.
Yes. Korean nationals abroad can obtain family relation certificates through the Korean Embassy or Consulate. Alternatively, a representative in Korea can obtain them from any district court nationwide. GreenAttest coordinates both options.
Most UAE authorities accept the Korean MOFA apostille along with a certified English translation. However, some authorities may require additional authentication through the UAE Embassy in Seoul. GreenAttest determines the correct pathway based on your specific requirement.
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