South Africa Marriage Visa Document Guide
Apostille Convention member. Issued by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).
📋 Required Documents
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
Marriage Certificate
Apostille Convention member. Issued by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).
⚠️ Important Notes
Marriage certificate issued by the DHA (Department of Home Affairs)
Apostille from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
English-language documents, so the translation burden is light
🗓️ Process Steps
- 1
Register Marriage
Register the marriage with the local authority in South Africa 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 obtain the apostille?
A. Issued by the South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO).
Q. How long does processing take?
A. Processing time varies depending on the competent authority and the time of filing, so it must be confirmed individually.
South Africa Marriage Visa Document Guide
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