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Liaison Office – Required Documents Checklist
Korea Representative Office Setup

Below is the complete document checklist for establishing a liaison office in Korea. All foreign documents must be apostilled or notarized and accompanied by a certified Korean translation. Specific requirements may vary by the applicant's home country — please confirm with our office.

1. Documents from Head Office Country

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1Business registration certificate of the head officeApostille + certified Korean translation
2Certificate of good standing (or certificate of incorporation)Apostille + certified Korean translation
3Articles of incorporation of the head officeApostille + certified Korean translation
4Board resolution authorizing establishment of Korea liaison officeApostille + certified Korean translation
5Letter of appointment of liaison office manager/representativeSigned by head office authorized signatory
6Most recent financial statements or annual report of head officeDemonstrates financial capacity

2. Documents from Liaison Office Manager

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7Passport copy (all pages including blank pages)Valid passport required
8Passport-size photo (3.5×4.5cm)Taken within 6 months
9Alien Registration Card (if already in Korea)Both sides
10Entry/exit record (domestic immigration record)Obtainable from Hi Korea portal

3. Korea-Side Documents

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11Korean office lease agreementMust show Korean business address
12Proof of operating fund remittance from head officeBank transfer records to Korean account
13Liaison office establishment report form (foreign exchange bank)Completed at designated bank
Important Notes
  • All documents issued overseas must be apostilled (for Hague Convention countries) or notarized and authenticated at the Korean embassy/consulate.
  • Korean translations must be certified by a sworn translator.
  • Documents are generally valid for 3–6 months from issuance date — prepare fresh documents close to the filing date.
  • Requirements may vary based on the applicant's home country and specific circumstances. Please consult our team for a personalized checklist.

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