Philippines Marriage Visa Document Guide
DFA apostille on PSA-issued documents. The LCCM (Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage) must be obtained before the marriage.
📋 Required Documents
PSA Marriage Certificate
Apostille required
Birth certificate
With apostille
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
PSA Marriage Certificate
DFA apostille on PSA-issued documents. The LCCM (Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage) must be obtained before the marriage.
⚠️ Important Notes
The LCCM is issued by the Korean Embassy in the Philippines before the marriage
PSA documents must always be originals
If there is a divorce history, an annulment decision is additionally required
🗓️ Process Steps
- 1
Register Marriage
Register the marriage with the local authority in Philippines 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. Where do I get the LCCM?
A. It is issued by the Korean Embassy in the Philippines (Manila).
Q. What is the difference between PSA documents and ordinary copies?
A. Only copies issued directly by the PSA (Philippine Statistics Authority) are accepted. Copies from local civil registry offices are not accepted.
Philippines Marriage Visa Document Guide
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