Submitting a U.S. university or graduate transcript to a Korean body, you may think you must fly to the U.S. to obtain and certify it. The U.S. and Korea are both Hague members, so an apostille gives it official effect in Korea. Here is how to skip the wasted time and handle it online.
What is a transcript apostille?
A U.S. transcript records your academic performance. To use it officially in Korea — for credit recognition, transfer, or graduate admission — it needs an apostille under the 1961 Hague Convention. As both countries are members, an apostilled U.S. transcript is recognized in Korea without separate consular confirmation.
When do you need it?
- Credit recognition or transfer at a Korean university
- Graduate-school admission requiring academic records
- Employment or qualification requiring proof of study
- Submitting a transcript alongside a diploma or withdrawal certificate
Key documents
| Document | Note |
|---|---|
| US transcript | Issued by the U.S. school |
| US apostille | Competent state authority |
| Certified Korean translation | For submission in Korea |
| Diploma / withdrawal certificate | Often submitted together |
The apostille process, step by step
- Issue the transcriptObtain the transcript from the U.S. school.
- US apostilleThe competent state authority affixes the apostille.
- Certified Korean translationTranslate into Korean and notarize.
- SubmissionSubmit to the Korean university or body.
How to apply with Apostille Korea
Apostille Korea handles US transcript issuance support, the apostille, and certified Korean translation in one stop, entirely online.
Frequently asked questions
Why does a US transcript need an apostille for Korea?
Both countries are members, so an apostille gives it official effect in Korea without separate consular confirmation.
Can it be done without going to the US?
Yes. Apostille Korea handles issuance support and the apostille remotely.
Is it submitted with a diploma?
Often yes — a transcript is commonly submitted with a diploma or withdrawal certificate.
Is certified Korean translation required?
Yes, for submission in Korea.
How long does it take?
It varies by state and school, 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.