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South Korea Visa Guide

Seoul · KRW

Updated Mar 2026

Processing Time

5 – 7 working days

Validity

90 days (single entry), up to 30 days stay

Fee

KRW 40,000 (approx ₹2,500) — single entry

Overview

Indians require a Tourist Visa (C-3) to visit South Korea. K-pop, K-drama, and Korean cuisine have made South Korea extremely popular with Indian millennials. Seoul, Jeju Island, and Busan are top destinations.

Required Documents

1Valid Indian passport (minimum 6 months validity)
2Completed visa application form
3Recent passport-size photograph (white background, 3.5×4.5 cm)
4Bank statements – last 3 months (minimum ₹1,00,000 balance recommended)
5Income Tax Returns or Form 16
6Salary slips (last 3 months) or business proof
7Confirmed return flight tickets
8Hotel booking confirmation
9Employment/leave letter
10Travel insurance

Application Process

1
Download Application Form
Get the visa application form from the Korean Consulate website or visit the Korea Visa Application Centre (KVAC) in India.
2
Prepare Documents
Arrange all financial, employment, and travel documents. Ensure photos meet exact specifications.
3
Submit at KVAC
Visit Korea Visa Application Centre in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, or Bengaluru. Pay the visa fee.
4
Wait for Processing
Standard processing is 5–7 working days. Track status online.
5
Collect Passport
Collect your passport with visa from KVAC or by courier.

Tips for Approval

✓Show consistent bank balance — avoid sudden large deposits
✓K-ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) was required but temporarily suspended — check latest rules
✓Seoul is extremely safe and visitor-friendly
✓T-money card is essential for Seoul metro and buses
✓Best time to visit: March–May (cherry blossom) or September–November (autumn foliage)