One of the biggest challenges when preparing for an international marriage in Korea is navigating the complex documentation process.

Regardless of whether the foreign spouse is currently in Korea or overseas,

applying for a marriage visa (F-6) requires submitting a wide range of documents—

from marriage registration certificates to invitation letters—many of which must go through notarization, translation, and apostille procedures.

Below is a detailed guide to the essential documents required for the F-6 visa application.

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Basic Documents for F-6 (Marriage) Visa Application

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The required documents differ for the inviting Korean spouse and the foreign spouse (applicant).

Additionally, requirements may vary based on specific situations, such as if the couple is expecting a child or already has a child together.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information,

it’s recommended to check with the Korean consulate in the applicant’s home country.

The following list is based on guidance from the Korean embassy in Vietnam.

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📄 Documents for the Foreign Spouse (Applicant)

✔Valid passport (with more than 6 months validity)

✔Visa application form with a color ID photo taken within the last 6 months

✔Wedding photos (color printouts)

✔Birth certificate (Korean or English notarized translation)

✔Family registry (Korean or English notarized translation)

✔Personal statement about the applicant’s marriage background

✔Relationship history statement (Korean or English notarized translation)

✔Criminal background check (two copies, Korean or English notarized translation)

✔Health check certificate (issued within the last 6 months)

✔Tuberculosis test certificate (issued by an embassy-designated hospital)

✔Language ability certificate: One of the following—TOPIK certificate, Korean language course certificate, or other documentation

✔Introducer’s documentation:

If through an international marriage agency: relationship explanation letter, notarized ID of agency representative, agency registration certificate, business registration

If introduced by a personal acquaintance: relationship explanation letter, certificate of seal or signature, ID, foreigner registration copy, marriage certificate

✔Copy of ID and passport

✔Chat logs: Screenshots from KakaoTalk, Facebook Messenger, etc.

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📄 Documents for the Inviting Korean Spouse

✔Detailed basic certificate (issued within the last 3 months)

✔Detailed marriage certificate (issued within the last 3 months)

✔Detailed family relations certificate (issued within the last 3 months)

✔Resident registration (jumin-deungbon) (issued within the last 3 months)

✔Invitation letter for the foreign spouse

✔Relationship history statement

✔Proof of income (most recent year)

✔Additional financial documentation:

✔If employed: employment certificate, business registration certificate

✔If self-employed: business registration certificate, tax payment certificate

✔Bank transaction records

✔Health insurance documents: qualification and payment history

✔Family income statement for the foreign spouse

✔Credit report

✔Housing proof: Property registry or lease agreement

✔Sponsor’s guarantee letter

✔Certificate of seal (or signature confirmation)

✔Health check certificate

✔International marriage program completion certificate

✔Copy of ID and passport

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2) Required Documents for F-6 Marriage Visa Application (If the Applicant or Sponsor is Pregnant)

🔖 For the Applicant (Foreigner)

✔ Passport – Valid for at least 6 more months

✔ Visa Application Form – With a recent (within 6 months) color passport photo attached

✔ Wedding Photos – Printed in color

✔ Birth Certificate – With notarized translation in Korean or English

✔ Family Registry (if applicable) – With notarized translation in Korean or English

✔ Personal Statement on Marriage Background – Written by the foreign spouse

✔ Relationship History Statement – With notarized translation in Korean or English

✔ Tuberculosis Test Result – Issued by an embassy-approved hospital

✔ Language Proficiency Proof – One of the following:

  - TOPIK Certificate

  - Certificate of completion of Korean language education

  - Other equivalent proof of communication ability

✔ Introduction-related Documents

 - If introduced by a marriage agency:

  - Introduction Statement

  - Seal Certificate of the agency’s representative

  - Copy of International Marriage Agency Registration Certificate (issued by local government)

  - Business Registration Certificate

 - If introduced by an acquaintance:

  - Introduction Statement

  - Seal Certificate or Signature Verification

  - Copy of ID card

  - Copy of Foreigner Registration Card

  - Marriage Certificate

✔ Copy of Applicant’s ID and Passport

✔ Chat/Call History – e.g., KakaoTalk, Facebook Messenger, etc.

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🔖 For the Sponsor (Korean National)

✔ Basic Certificate (Detailed) – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Marriage Certificate (Detailed) – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Family Relations Certificate (Detailed) – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Resident Registration Certificate – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Letter of Invitation for Foreign Spouse

✔ Relationship History Statement

✔ Certificate of Income Amount (Recent 1 year)

✔ Proof of Financial Ability

 - If employed: Certificate of Employment, Business Registration Certificate

 - If self-employed: Business Registration Certificate, Tax Payment Record

✔ Bank Transaction History

✔ National Health Insurance

 - Insurance Qualification Certificate and Payment History

✔ Statement of Family Income Status

✔ Credit Report

✔ Proof of Housing – e.g., Real Estate Registry, Lease Agreement

✔ Letter of Guarantee

✔ Seal Certificate or Signature Verification

✔ Copy of Sponsor’s ID and Passport

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3) Required Documents for F-6 (Marriage) Visa When the Couple Has a Child

🔖 For the Applicant (Foreigner)

✔ Passport – Must be valid for at least 6 months

✔ Visa Application Form – With a color passport photo taken within the last 6 months

✔ Birth Certificate – With a notarized Korean or English translation

✔ Family Registry (if applicable) – With a notarized Korean or English translation

✔ Marriage Background Statement – Written by the foreign spouse

✔ Tuberculosis Test Result – Issued by an embassy-designated hospital

✔ Copy of Applicant’s ID and Passport

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🔖 For the Sponsor (Korean National)

✔ Basic Certificate (Detailed) – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Marriage Certificate (Detailed) – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Family Relations Certificate (Detailed) – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Resident Registration Certificate – Issued within the last 3 months

✔ Letter of Invitation for the Foreign Spouse

✔ Proof of Housing – e.g., Real Estate Registration Certificate, Lease Agreement

✔ Letter of Guarantee

✔ Seal Certificate or Signature Verification Document

✔ Copy of Sponsor’s ID and Passport

❗️Note: While the F-6 Marriage Visa requires a basic set of documents,
the specific documents and formats required may vary depending on the applicant’s nationality and the consulate/embassy in charge.
Therefore, in addition to preparing the standard documents, you must check the official website of the Korean embassy or consulate in your country
for any country-specific requirements, or consult a licensed immigration specialist for guidance.

Before Submitting Documents: Check if Translation, Notarization, or Apostille Is Required

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When applying for a marriage visa, it is important to verify whether translation, notarization, or apostille is required

for your documents before submission. If so, be sure to prepare accordingly in advance.

Since Korean immigration offices and government agencies only recognize documents written in Korean,

any foreign documents must go through the proper procedures below to be valid for use in Korea.

However, if you have already gone through strict translation, notarization, and apostille processes during the marriage registration,

some documents may be accepted with translation only during the visa application stage.

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1) Korean Translation

All foreign documents must be translated into Korean.

To ensure accurate interpretation and legal validity, translated documents may need to be followed by notarization or certification.

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2) Notarization

Notarization is required to officially certify that the translated document is an accurate and valid translation of the original.

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📌 If you need assistance with translation, notarization, or apostille for your marriage visa or marriage registration documents,
please contact KoreaVisa at +82-2-3210-1113.

Need Help with Visa Applications in Korea?

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