How do I get certificate or acceptance?

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To obtain a Certificate of Acceptance for your son born in Ulsan, you will need to report the birth to the local government office (Si, Gu, Eup, or Myeon) corresponding to the place of birth. Even though the reporting period is typically within one month of birth, late registration is possible. Since your son was born to non-Korean national parents, his birth will not be registered in the Korean Family Relations Registration System; however, an official birth certificate in the form of a "Soori Jeungmyongseo" (Certificate of Acceptance) will be issued.​

Obtaining the Certificate of Acceptance
To get the Certificate of Acceptance, you must apply in person at the local government office in Ulsan where your son was born, as other government offices or Korean diplomatic missions abroad cannot issue this certificate. You will need to provide personal identification when you apply.​

For the application, you will generally need a document certifying the fact of birth from a doctor or midwife. The required documents may also include the parents' passports.​

Legal Assistance in South Korea
Several organizations in South Korea offer free legal services to foreigners. Given your location in Ulsan, you can seek assistance from the following:

Korea Legal Aid Corporation's Busan Branch: This organization provides free legal consultation to foreign residents with a monthly income below a certain threshold. They can assist with civil and legal matters. Their services are available in close collaboration with their Seoul office to support clients in the Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam regions.​

Court-appointed Attorney Service for Foreigners: In cases where economically challenged foreigners are involved in lawsuits, some courts, including those with a high number of foreign cases, have a program to provide a lawyer's support. This can include assistance with drafting a complaint and, if necessary, interpretation services.​

It's important to note that as of recent changes in Korean law, hospitals are required to report births to the state, but this does not always apply to babies born to foreign mothers. Failure by parents to register a birth can result in a fine. Unregistered foreign children may face difficulties in accessing basic rights such as healthcare and education.