Birth Certificate Apostille for Canada

Canadian immigration (IRCC), provincial vital statistics offices, and professional licensing bodies require apostilled Korean birth certificates for permanent residence applications, citizenship, family sponsorship, and credential recognition. IRCC accepts MOFA apostilles.

How to apostille a Korean birth certificate for Canada

1Obtain the Korean birth certificate from the relevant Korean local government office
2MOFA apostille — standard 3–5 business days, express 1–2 business days
3Arrange a certified English translation (IRCC-compliant certification statement)
4Submit to IRCC, the relevant provincial authority, or professional licensing body

Requirements for Canada

MOFA apostille on the Korean birth certificate
Certified English translation required by IRCC — translator must sign a certification statement
Some provinces may require certified French translation for Québec submissions
WES and ECA bodies have specific formatting requirements for birth certificates used in credential assessment

What to look for in a specialist

IRCC-compliant certified English translation experience

Knowledge of provincial licensing body requirements for Korean nationals

WES and ECA-specific documentation experience

French translation capacity for Québec submissions

Frequently Asked Questions

Does IRCC Canada require a birth certificate apostille for immigration?

IRCC generally requires civil documents like birth certificates to be in official form with an apostille or equivalent authentication. The exact requirement depends on your application type — our experts confirm what applies to your case.

Do I need a certified English translation for IRCC?

Yes. IRCC requires all documents not in English or French to be accompanied by a certified translation. The translator must provide a signed certification of accuracy.