Korean Translation Services in Malaysia: Certified for Business, Immigration & Legal Documents.
We translate certified personal, legal, technical, and corporate documents between Korean and English/Bahasa Melayu. For Korean nationals and companies in Malaysia, manufacturers trading with Korean OEMs, and Malaysians with family or work ties to Korea.
Korean ↔ English/Malay Translation: Inbound and Outbound
Each direction serves a different community with different document needs.
Korean to English/Malay (inbound)
Korean nationals living and working in Malaysia, often in electronics or manufacturing roles, and Korean companies registering with SSM, need certified translations of Korean-issued documents — family relation certificates, marriage certificates, bank statements — for use with Malaysian authorities.
English/Malay to Korean (outbound)
Malaysian manufacturers and exporters sending technical documents, contracts, and specifications to Korean partners, and Malaysians marrying Korean nationals or relocating to Korea for work who need certified Korean translations of their Malaysian documents.
What is a family relation certificate? Korea replaced its old household-head (hoju) registration system in 2008 with individual family relation certificates (가족관계증명서), which record a person's parents, spouse, and children. This is the document Korean nationals typically present in place of a standalone birth or marriage certificate, and it needs certified translation for use with Malaysian authorities.
Need a specific document type? See our Korean Technical & Manufacturing Translation atau Korean Certified Document Translation pages.
Korean ↔ English Documents We Translate
When Do You Need Korean Certified Translation?
SSM Registration for Korean-Owned Companies
Korean investors registering a company in Malaysia need certified English or Malay translations of Korean-language incorporation documents, shareholder agreements, and financial statements for SSM.
SSM · Foreign investmentManufacturing & Electronics Supply Chain Documents
Malaysian manufacturers trading with Korean OEMs and suppliers translate technical specifications, SOPs, and Safety Data Sheets between English/Malay and Korean to meet both parties' requirements.
Manufacturing · ElectronicsMarriage & Family Matters with Korean Nationals
Malaysians marrying Korean nationals, or families with mixed heritage, need certified translations of civil documents for JPN in Malaysia and the family register system in Korea.
Marriage · Family mattersRelocation to Korea for Work or Study
Malaysians moving to Korea for work or study need certified Korean translations of their Malaysian academic transcripts, employment letters, and civil documents.
Work · Study relocationEmbassy & Consular Submissions
Visa and consular applications to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuala Lumpur often require certified translations of Malaysian supporting documents.
Embassy submissionsEmployment Pass & Work Permit Applications
Korean employees relocating to work at Malaysian subsidiaries or joint ventures need certified translations of employment contracts and supporting documents for their work pass application.
Employment PassTransparent Pricing: Korean Translation
Priced by word count. Volume discounts for multi-document projects and ongoing corporate accounts.
| Service | Rate | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Certified translation: Korean to English/Malay | RM0.70/word | 24–48 hours |
| Certified translation: English/Malay to Korean | RM0.70/word | 24–48 hours |
| Certified translation: urgent | RM0.80/word | Same day |
| Notarised translation | RM220/page | 2–3 working days |
| Corporate account (volume pricing) | On request | By agreement |
A typical 1–2 page personal document (family relation certificate, marriage certificate) costs approximately RM100–RM200 for certified translation. We confirm the exact word count and price before you commit.
What Does Your Authority Require?
| Authority / Use | Requirement |
|---|---|
| SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) | Certified Bahasa Melayu or English translation required for Korean-language incorporation documents before company registration. |
| Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Kuala Lumpur | Certified Korean translation of Malaysian documents for visa, civil registration, or consular matters. |
| Korean family register offices | Certified Korean translation of foreign documents, sometimes requiring an apostille (Korea is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention) rather than embassy legalisation. |
| Malaysian courts / JPN | Requires certified Bahasa Melayu translation of Korean-language documents under Malaysian law. |
Confirm your specific authority's requirement before ordering — requirements vary by application type and jurisdiction.
4 Steps to Your Korean Translation
Simple, fast, and fully guided. We handle everything from quote to delivery.
Upload your document
Send a clear scan, photo, or PDF via WhatsApp or our quote form. Confirm source language and target language.
Receive your confirmed quote
We confirm word count, certification requirements, price, and turnaround, usually within a few hours.
Approve and pay
Via bank transfer. We begin work immediately on confirmation. No surprises, no hidden fees.
Receive your certified translation
Delivered by email as a PDF. Physical certified copy with original translator stamp available by courier.
What Our Clients Say
“Professional services, kind and friendly staff. I asked only for one translation and they sent me two sets of original translation papers with a live stamp. I will not deal with any other service provider.”
“Needed to translate my Birth Certificate in quite a short amount of time, and Sharon definitely delivered! The price was super competitive as well, would highly recommend!”
“Unbelievably satisfied with the fast-paced response and result. From first contact to receiving the physical result took less than 24 hours.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a family relation certificate and why does it need translation?
A family relation certificate (가족관계증명서) is Korea's modern civil record of a person's parents, spouse, and children, replacing the old household-head registration system since 2008. It's the document Korean nationals typically present in place of a standalone birth or marriage certificate, and it needs certified translation for use with Malaysian authorities.
Does SSM accept Korean company documents in English?
Yes. SSM accepts company documents in Bahasa Melayu or English. If your original incorporation documents are in Korean, a certified translation into one of these two languages is required before submission.
Do I need a notarised Korean translation or is certified enough?
A certified translation with a signed accuracy statement is the baseline accepted by most Malaysian authorities, including SSM. Some procedures on the Korean side may require an apostille instead, since Korea is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Confirm with the receiving office before ordering.
Can you translate technical manuals for manufacturing and electronics companies?
Yes. We regularly translate technical manuals, SOPs, and Safety Data Sheets between English/Malay and Korean for manufacturers and electronics suppliers, maintaining a terminology glossary per client for consistency.
Is English or Bahasa Melayu accepted for Korean immigration documents used in Malaysia?
It depends on the receiving authority. SSM generally accepts either English or Bahasa Melayu. Malaysian courts and JPN require Bahasa Melayu specifically under Malaysian law.
How long does certified Korean translation take?
Standard certified translation is delivered within 24–48 hours. Urgent same-day service is available for time-sensitive applications.
How much does certified Korean translation cost?
From RM0.70 per word for standard certified translation, or RM0.80 per word for same-day urgent service. Notarised translation is RM220 per page.
Translate Your Korean Documents
Send us your document and destination. We'll confirm the price and turnaround within a few hours.