Handling study, employment, immigration, or legal matters in Spain often means submitting a Korean public document locally. Spain is a Hague Convention member, so an apostille on a Korean document means it is recognized in Spain without separate embassy legalization. Apostille Korea handles issuance through to the apostille remotely, in one stop.
What is an apostille?
An apostille is a certification under the Hague Convention that simplifies the legalization of foreign public documents. It takes effect when both the issuing and receiving countries are members. A single apostille certificate replaces the older, complex consular-confirmation route.
When do you need it?
- Recognizing a Spanish degree or grades in Korea (and vice versa)
- Spain work visa and residence-status procedures
- Spain permanent residence application and visa renewal
- Spain international marriage and marriage-related documents
- Submitting a Spanish criminal record in Korea
- Document certification for Spanish company setup
Key documents
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Basic / family relation certificate | Proof of identity relations such as birth and marriage |
| Diploma / degree certificate | Academic credential documents |
| Transcript | Record of academic achievement |
| Career certificate | Confirmation of work history |
| Criminal record certificate | Criminal-history check document |
| Power of attorney | Legal representation document |
Spain-specific notes
Spain has belonged to the Hague Apostille Convention since it entered into force there on 25 September 1978, so a Korean document carrying a Ministry of Foreign Affairs apostille has long been accepted in Spain without further legalization. Documents issued inside Spain are apostilled by the Spanish Ministry of Justice — notarial documents through the notarial colleges, judicial documents through the courts. Spanish receiving bodies frequently require a sworn translation (traducción jurada) by a translator accredited by Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, so confirm the translation requirement with the receiving body in advance.
The apostille process, step by step
- Document issuanceObtain originals from the issuing body (police, court, school, etc.).
- Notarization (if required)Documents needing translation are translation-notarized at a notary office.
- ApostilleThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Ministry of Justice issues the apostille; it takes effect directly in Spain under the Convention.
- Translation notarization (if locally required)Add a Spanish translation if requested.
- SubmissionSubmit the finished documents to the relevant body.
How to apply with Apostille Korea
Apostille Korea handles all Spain apostille document processing in one stop. Complete the website form or message our chat channel, and a specialist will advise the exact requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Spain apostille?
It is an international certification by which a document is recognized in another member state by the apostille alone — no complex consular confirmation. Spain and Korea are both Hague members.
Why is an apostille needed for documents bound for Spain?
As a member state, Spain recognizes a document's official effect by the apostille alone, so it is processed quickly without separate embassy legalization.
Can it be processed from Korea without going to Spain?
Yes. Apostille Korea handles Spanish-document apostille processing remotely from Korea — local liaison, issuance, and the apostille.
How long does it take?
It varies by document type and method, but generally within 3 to 10 business days. Expedited service is available.
How much does it cost?
Cost varies by document type, quantity, and method. For an exact quote, contact us through our website or chat channel.
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.