Schools, financial institutions, courts, and government offices can suddenly ask for a family relation certificate. Residents in Korea — and especially those abroad — often find it hard to obtain themselves. Apostille Korea handles issuance through certified translation, apostille, and embassy legalization remotely, in one stop.
What is a family relation certificate issuance agency service?
A family relation certificate is the state's official record of your relationships with parents, spouse, and children. It is needed for inheritance, matters involving minors, visa applications, international marriage, and submissions to overseas bodies. The agency service lets you obtain the certificate by proxy when you cannot visit a community center yourself — because you are abroad, have limited mobility, or have a busy schedule. Apostille Korea also handles all certification needed for overseas submission, in one stop.
When do you need it?
- Proof of identity relations for an overseas visa or permanent residence
- Submission to a foreign body for international marriage
- Confirming family relations for an overseas inheritance procedure
- Handling Korean financial or real-estate business while living abroad
- Submitting quickly to administrative procedures after returning to Korea
- When you have limited mobility or cannot visit in person
Key documents
| Document | Contents |
|---|---|
| Family relation certificate (general/detailed/specific) | Parent, spouse, and child information based on you |
| Basic certificate | Your birth, death, and nationality records |
| Marriage certificate | Marriage and divorce history |
| Adoption certificate | Adoption-related records |
| Full adoption certificate | Full-adoption records |
The process, step by step
- Consultation and documentsConfirm the required certificate type and prepare the power-of-attorney documents.
- Proxy issuanceApostille Korea obtains the certificate on your behalf.
- Certified translation (if required)Translate and notarize for overseas submission.
- Apostille or embassy legalizationApostille for a member destination; embassy legalization for a non-member.
- Delivery / submissionReceive the completed documents or submit them to the relevant body.
How to apply with Apostille Korea
Apostille Korea handles proxy issuance, certified translation, apostille, and embassy legalization in one stop, entirely online — for residents at home and abroad.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a family relation certificate while living abroad?
Yes. Apostille Korea obtains it by proxy and completes the certification for overseas submission, so you do not need to visit Korea.
Which certificate type should I request?
General, detailed, or specific — depending on the receiving body's requirement. We advise the correct type for your purpose.
Do I need an apostille or embassy legalization?
It depends on the destination — apostille for a Hague member, embassy legalization for a non-member. We advise the exact route.
What documents are required for proxy issuance?
A power-of-attorney and identity verification documents are typically required. We guide you through the exact set.
How long does it take?
It varies by certification route, 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.