South Korea
South Korea visa assistance services
South Korea Tourist Visa for Indian Passport Holders
Planning a trip to South Korea? Indian passport holders are required to obtain a Short-Term Tourist Visa (C-3 Visa) before travelling. South Korea offers a sticker visa system for most Indian travellers, issued after approval from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea or Consulate General in India. In certain cases, eligible applicants (such as frequent travellers or group tourists through approved agencies) may qualify for K-ETA exemption or simplified processing, as per Korean immigration policy.
Visa Status for Indian Passports: Visa Required
Visa Documents Checklist
Applicants generally need the following documents:
- Original passport valid for at least 6 months
- Completed visa application form
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per Korea specifications)
- Cover letter explaining travel purpose
- Confirmed round-trip flight booking
- Hotel reservation or invitation letter (if staying with a host)
- Last 6 months bank statements showing sufficient balance
- Income Tax Returns (ITR) for last 2–3 years
- Employment proof (leave letter, employment certificate) or business registration documents
- Day-wise travel itinerary
- Personal cover letter explaining travel purpose
- Additional documents may be requested by the Embassy or Consulate
Processing Time
- Standard processing time is approximately 5–10 working days
- Processing may take longer during peak travel seasons or due to additional verification
- Applicants are advised to apply at least 3–4 weeks before travel
Visa & VFS Fee
- Visa Type: Short-Term Tourist (C-3) Sticker Visa
- Government Visa Fee: Generally free for short-term tourist visa (C-3) for Indian nationals in most cases (subject to Embassy policy changes)
- VFS Service Fee: Applicable as per VFS Global Korea India (approx. INR 800–2,000 depending on services selected)
- Optional premium services may incur additional charges
Fees are subject to change as per Embassy of the Republic of Korea and VFS Global
Travel Advice
- Apply well in advance due to appointment availability
- Ensure financial documents are strong and consistent
- Carry printed copies of visa, hotel bookings, and return tickets
- Maintain a clear travel itinerary to improve approval chances
- Do not overstay visa validity as Korean immigration rules are strict
- Immigration officers may request proof of funds and travel purpose on arrival
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended
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✔️ Expert documentation support
✔️ Trip documents and Day-wise itinerary
✔️ Pay for bookings after visa
✔️ High visa success rate
✔️ Fast appointment booking
✔️ Personalized case handling
✔️ Assistance for all Schengen countries
Important Disclaimer
Acceptance of your form and documents for processing and payment of the processing fee does not guarantee grant of the visa. The granting of the visa is entirely the prerogative and at the discretion of the Embassy. Provided checklist is advisable and is not an official checklist. The Embassy or Immigration Authorities may request additional documents or information at any stage of the application process.
