As cross-border business becomes routine, contract documents come up when working with overseas partners or living abroad. Facing a contract full of legal terms in a foreign language raises worries about misunderstanding or a costly translation mistake. Because a small difference in wording can change rights and obligations, careful handling is essential. Here is how to apply online.
About this translation
Contract translation goes beyond language conversion — it accurately reconstructs the legal rights and obligations in the original within the target language's legal context. Every word carries legal force, and the translated text itself may be used as official evidence abroad, so legal expertise that preserves meaning while considering the destination's legal system is essential.
When do you need it?
- Contracts and agreements with an overseas partner
- Submitting a contract as official evidence abroad
- Trade and licensing contracts
- Personal contracts for overseas residence or transactions
Why accurate translation matters
A small mistranslation can change rights and obligations and be challenged abroad; expert legal translation with notarization ensures the contract's validity and evidentiary force.
Supported languages
| Region | Languages (partial) |
|---|---|
| Asia | Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Khmer, Uzbek, Indonesian |
| Europe | German, French, Czech, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Middle East / other | Arabic and more on request |
The process, step by step
- Document issuanceIssue the original document (or notarize private documents).
- Professional translationA qualified professional translator renders it accurately into the target language.
- Certified translationA notary office certifies the translation's accuracy (commissioned).
- Apostille or embassy legalization (if required)Apostille for a Hague-member destination; embassy legalization for a non-member.
- SubmissionSubmit the completed documents to the relevant body.
How to apply with Apostille Korea
Apostille Korea handles professional translation, certified translation, and certification in one stop, entirely online, with in-house translators across about 40 languages.
Frequently asked questions
What is contract translation?
It reconstructs the legal rights and obligations of the original within the target language's legal context, not a mere language swap.
Why does it need notarization?
As a private document with legal force, notarization gives it credibility and evidentiary value abroad.
Which languages are supported?
Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Indonesian, Russian, Chinese, and around 40 languages.
Do I need an apostille too?
It depends on the destination — apostille for a Hague member, embassy legalization for a non-member.
How long does it take?
It varies by length, but typically about 5 to 15 business days. Contact us for urgent handling.
Why Apostille Korea
- Specialist team — apostille, certified translation, and embassy legalization handled directly by experts.
- One-stop service — from issuance support to the finished certification, resolved together.
- Fully remote — apply online from anywhere and receive your documents — no in-person visit.
- Fast handling — urgent cases processed quickly with real-time status updates.
- Accurate guidance — tailored advice analyzing each country's and document's requirements.