Indonesia is an active export destination, and many Korean companies are preparing to export there. To register cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food, or medical devices with Indonesian health authorities and distribute them properly, many documents are required and their authenticity must be proven. Here are the concepts of CFS and LOA and how to certify them efficiently.
CFS (Certificate of Free Sale)
A document certifying that the export item is freely sold in Korea — essential when registering products with overseas health authorities. Issuing body determines classification: MFDS and KMDIA issuance are public documents; an industry association's issuance is a private document that may require notarization.
LOA (Letter of Authorization)
A document proving the delegation of specific authority (such as trademark rights or legal-representative authority) to a local partner or agent. Because the company drafts it directly, it is a private document and must be notarized before an apostille where required.
Other export documents
- HC (Health Certificate)
- CM (Certificate of Manufacture)
- Certificate of Origin
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
The certification process, step by step
- Issue the documentsObtain the CFS, LOA, and related export documents.
- Notarization (if private)LOA and association-issued CFS are notarized to gain public effect.
- ApostilleIndonesia is a Hague member, so documents are apostilled by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Ministry of Justice.
- Certified translationAdd a certified translation where required.
- SubmissionSubmit to the Indonesian health authority or partner.
How to apply with Apostille Korea
Apostille Korea handles CFS/LOA issuance support, notarization, certified translation, and the apostille for Indonesia export in one stop, entirely online.
Frequently asked questions
What are CFS and LOA?
CFS certifies free sale in Korea; LOA delegates specific authority to a local partner. CFS may be public or private; LOA is private.
Does Indonesia use the apostille?
Yes, Indonesia is a Hague member, so documents are apostilled rather than embassy-legalized.
Which other documents are needed?
HC, CM, certificate of origin, commercial invoice, and packing list, depending on the product and authority.
Do private documents need notarization?
Yes. LOA and association-issued CFS must be notarized before the apostille.
How long does it take?
It varies by document, 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.