Canada Marriage Visa Document Guide
The Apostille Convention applies to Canada from 2024/1/11. Documents from Canada can be submitted in Korea with an apostille from the local apostille authority (no consular legalization at the embassy needed).
📋 Required Documents
Marriage Certificate
Apostille required
Criminal record certificate
Within 6 months of issuance
Passport copy
Copy of all pages
Photo (3.5×4.5cm)
Taken within the last 6 months
📄 Marriage Record
Marriage Certificate
The Apostille Convention applies to Canada from 2024/1/11. Documents from Canada can be submitted in Korea with an apostille from the local apostille authority (no consular legalization at the embassy needed).
⚠️ Important Notes
Marriage certificate issued by the provincial registry
The apostille authority differs by document type and province (Province)
No consular legalization at the embassy needed
🗓️ Process Steps
- 1
Register Marriage
Register the marriage with the local authority in Canada and obtain a marriage certificate
- 2
Obtain Apostille
Obtain an apostille from the local apostille authority (it varies by country: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, courts, local government, etc.)
- 3
Korean Translation & Notarization
Translation by a certified translator, followed by notarization at a notary office in Korea
- 4
Prepare Visa Application Documents
Prepare additional documents such as a criminal record certificate, passport copy, and photos
- 5
Embassy or Immigration Submission
Processing time varies depending on the competent authority and the time of filing, so it must be confirmed individually.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can Canadian documents be submitted with an apostille?
A. Yes. From 2024/1/11, documents from Canada can be submitted in Korea with an apostille (no consular legalization at the embassy needed). For documents issued or certified before that date, or if the receiving office asks for something else, check with the office where you submit.
Q. Is the procedure the same in every province?
A. The authority that issues marriage certificates differs by province (Province), and the apostille authority may also differ by document type and province, so please check.
Canada Marriage Visa Document Guide
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