Diploma Apostille for Vietnam

Korean diplomas for use in Vietnam require MOFA authentication followed by Vietnamese Embassy legalization — apostille is not valid. This is required for EP work permit applications where educational qualifications must be verified, and for FDI company director registration with Vietnamese authorities.

How to apostille a Korean diploma for Vietnam

1Obtain the original diploma or certified copy from the Korean university
2Submit to MOFA for authentication (외교부 확인)
3Submit to the Vietnamese Embassy in Seoul for legalization
4Arrange a certified Vietnamese translation if required by the receiving authority
5Submit to the Vietnamese employer, DOLISA (work permit authority), or Department of Planning and Investment

Requirements for Vietnam

Original Korean diploma or certified university-issued copy
MOFA authentication — apostille NOT valid in Vietnam
Vietnamese Embassy legalization
Certified Vietnamese translation (required by most Vietnamese authorities)

What to look for in a specialist

Experience with Vietnamese EP work permit diploma documentation

MOFA auth → Vietnamese Embassy legalization workflow

Access to certified Vietnamese translators for academic documents

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to legalize my Korean diploma for a Vietnamese work permit?

Yes. Vietnam's EP work permit requires authenticated and legalized Korean academic credentials. MOFA authentication followed by Vietnamese Embassy legalization is the required process — apostille is not valid.