The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education's GED (qualification examination) is a valuable turning point for many seeking a new academic opportunity. Studying is hard enough without also handling complicated registration and document prep alone — especially if your old school is far away or you don't know your student ID. Apostille Korea issues everything you need, from graduation certificates to removed-register certificates, online and contactless.
What is the GED (qualification exam)?
The GED (elementary, middle and high-school levels) is a state-run exam that lets people who did not complete formal schooling gain officially recognized equivalent qualifications. Passing grants the same rights as a regular graduate — advancing to higher education, applying for jobs, sitting licensing exams. The Seoul education office holds it twice a year (April and August); the 2026 2nd-round exam is scheduled for August 11.
When is it relevant?
- You need an academic credential because you didn't graduate from a regular school
- You need proof of high-school-level education for employment, licensing exams or university admission
- You left school or your record lapsed through out-of-quota management
- You live abroad or work and can't visit the school in person
- Disability, illness or socio-economic reasons made formal schooling difficult
Documents to prepare
| Document | Who | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Application form | All | On-site / online |
| ID | All | Resident card, passport, etc. |
| Passport photos (2) | All | Within the last 6 months |
| Final academic certificate | All | Graduation / removed-register / equivalency |
| Disability documents | If applicable | Welfare card, doctor's note, etc. |
Exam: Aug 11, 2026 (Tue) · On-site registration: Jun 22–26 · Online registration: Jun 22–25 · Results: Aug 28, 2026 (Fri) · Venue: Seoul Technical High School gym (varies by region).
Document preparation steps
- Check eligibilityConfirm eligibility by level — elementary (age 11+), middle (elementary graduates, etc.), high (middle-school graduates, etc.).
- Issue your final academic certificateObtain a graduation, removed-register or out-of-quota management certificate from the school or via Apostille Korea — even without your student ID.
- Prepare ID & photosA valid ID (resident card, youth card, passport, alien registration card) and two passport photos.
- RegisterRegister via the Seoul education office service (kged.go.kr) or at the venue. Online closes Jun 25; on-site Jun 26.
- Sit the exam & check resultsExam on Aug 11, 2026; results announced Aug 28 on the Seoul education office website.
How to apply
Tell us the GED documents you need and we issue your graduation or removed-register certificate online — even without your student ID, using your school information or public records — so you skip the trip to the school.
FAQ
Can't I prepare GED documents without my student ID?
You can. Even without your student ID, we can obtain your graduation or removed-register certificate using your school information or public records.
What is the 2026 Seoul 2nd-round registration schedule?
On-site: Jun 22 (Mon)–26 (Fri), 9am–6pm. Online: Jun 22 (Mon) 9am–Jun 25 (Thu) 6pm. Online closes a day earlier.
What counts as a final academic certificate?
A graduation certificate, removed-register certificate, out-of-quota management certificate or equivalency certificate. If you've taken the GED before, a pass certificate, subject-pass certificate or transcript also works.
Do applicants with disabilities need extra documents?
Yes. A welfare/disability card, an accommodation request form, and a doctor's note or veteran's card (with disability grade) are needed for extra time and accommodations.
Can I sit the exam with only a passport?
A passport is accepted as ID. If it lacks a resident number, bring a passport-information certificate too. A resident card, youth card, alien registration card or disability card (with resident number) also works.
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