New Zealand is a popular destination for study, work and immigration. When you finish life there and return to Korea — or move on to another country — you'll often need to submit NZ-issued documents. Helpfully, both New Zealand and Korea are Hague Convention members, so a NZ document with an apostille is recognized as official by Korean institutions without separate embassy legalization. Here's how Apostille Korea handles everything remotely, from issuance to apostille and notarized translation.
What is an apostille?
An apostille is the Hague Convention's international certification that lets a foreign-issued public document be recognized officially in another country. When both the issuing and receiving countries are members, a single apostille establishes authenticity — no consular confirmation or embassy legalization needed. Since both New Zealand and Korea are members, an apostilled document can be used officially in either country.
When do you need a New Zealand apostille?
- Academic or career recognition after returning from study or work in NZ
- Submitting Korean documents for a NZ visa or residency application
- Submitting Korean identity documents for an international marriage in NZ
- Submitting a NZ criminal-record certificate (Police Certificate) to a Korean body
- Using a NZ degree or diploma for transfer admission or employment in Korea
- Submitting NZ business or corporate documents to a Korean institution
Documents commonly apostilled
| Document | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Diploma / degree / transcript | Academic recognition, transfer, employment |
| Criminal record (Police Certificate) | Visa, residency, employment background check |
| Family relation / basic certificate | Immigration, international marriage, identity |
| Certificate of career | Work visa, immigration point assessment |
The apostille process
- Issue the NZ documentObtain the document from the relevant NZ body — school, police, or government office. Apostille Korea can obtain it on your behalf.
- Apostille certificationA NZ government-designated authority (such as the DIA) attaches the apostille certificate.
- Korean notarized translationFor a Korean body, the English original is translated into Korean and notarized.
- Submit to the receiving bodySubmit for your purpose — visa, employment, academic recognition, and so on.
How to apply
We handle everything in one stop — from obtaining the NZ document to the apostille and Korean notarized translation. We confirm each receiving body's exact format so documents aren't rejected, and you get real-time progress updates.
FAQ
Do I need an apostille to submit NZ documents in Korea?
Yes. Both NZ and Korea are Hague members, so a NZ document with an apostille is recognized as official in Korea without separate embassy legalization.
Can I apply from Korea online?
Yes. Through Apostille Korea, everything from obtaining the NZ document to the apostille and Korean notarized translation can be handled online from within Korea.
How long does it take?
From NZ issuance to apostille and Korean notarized translation, it typically takes 5–15 business days. Contact us for expedited handling if needed.
What happens if I submit without an apostille?
Documents submitted without an apostille are hard to verify and may be rejected or sent back for supplementation. For time-sensitive visa or residency matters, complete authentication in advance.
Which documents are most often apostilled?
Diplomas, transcripts, criminal-record certificates, family relation certificates and career certificates are the most common.
Why Apostille Korea
- NZ issuance specialists — we know each NZ body's issuance procedure and handle it for you.
- One-stop service — issuance, apostille and Korean notarized translation in one flow.
- 100% remote — apply online from Korea with no trip to New Zealand.
- Purpose-fit guidance — document sets tailored to visa, employment or academic recognition.
- Fast handling — expedited to meet visa and employment timelines.