Criminal Background Check Apostille for Canada

IRCC Canada requires apostilled Korean criminal background checks (RCMP-equivalent for Korean nationals) for permanent residence applications, citizenship, and some temporary resident permits.

How to apostille a Korean criminal background check for Canada

1Korean criminal background check from the National Police Agency
2MOFA apostille
3Certified English translation
4Submit to IRCC as part of the immigration application

Requirements for Canada

범죄수사경력조회서 (comprehensive investigation record) typically required by IRCC
MOFA apostille
Certified English translation
IRCC typically requires the document to be issued within 6 months of submission

What to look for in a specialist

IRCC documentation requirements for Korean criminal background checks

Knowledge of which Korean background check type IRCC requires

Certified English translation capacity

Frequently Asked Questions

Does IRCC require a Korean criminal background check for Express Entry?

IRCC typically requires criminal background checks from all countries where you have lived for 6 or more months since age 18. Korean background checks are required if you have lived in Korea for that period. Our experts confirm the current IRCC requirements.