Family Register Apostille for Philippines

Korean family register documents apostilled for the Philippines are required for dependent visa applications, civil registration, inheritance proceedings, and family reunification with Filipino relatives. The Philippines is a Hague Convention member (since July 14, 2019; replaced DFA Red Ribbon). Documents must be apostilled by MOFA and accompanied by a certified English translation.

How to apostille a Korean family register for Philippines

1Obtain the Korean family register from the relevant Korean municipal office
2MOFA apostille
3Certified English translation
4Submit to Philippine immigration authority, PSA, or legal representative

Requirements for Philippines

Korean family register with official seal
MOFA apostille (DFA Red Ribbon is no longer required as of July 14, 2019)
Certified English translation

What to look for in a specialist

Experience with Philippine dependent visa and family application requirements

Knowledge that apostille replaced DFA Red Ribbon as of July 14, 2019

Access to certified English translators for civil documents

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use DFA Red Ribbon legalization for my Korean family register in the Philippines?

No. The DFA Red Ribbon was replaced by apostille on July 14, 2019, when the Philippines joined the Hague Convention. MOFA apostille is now required for Philippine dependent visa and family reunification applications.