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South Korea — Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jeju Island, N Seoul Tower
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South Korea Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders need a visa for South Korea (K-ETA is not available to Indians). Tourist (C-3-9) and business (C-3-4) visas are submitted through the Korea Visa Application Centre (KVAC).

Entry for IndiansVisa Required
ProcessingAbout 10 working days
Permitted stayUp to 90 days
AppointmentRequired (biometrics / submission)
CapitalSeoul
CurrencySouth Korean Won (KRW)
LanguageKorean
Best time to visitMarch to May, September to November

South Korea Visa Options & Document Checklist

South Korea Tourist Visa (C-3-9)

Submit at the Korea Visa Application Centre (KVAC) in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata or Bengaluru

ProcessingAbout 10 working days
Validity3 months, single entry (multiple-entry for eligible travellers)
StayUp to 90 days

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Visa application form, signed
  3. Recent colour photograph — 1 photo, 3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  4. Covering letter signed by the applicant stating the purpose of visit, travel dates, itinerary and who is funding the trip
  5. Day-wise travel itinerary
  6. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  7. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)
  8. Bank statements for the last 6 months, signed & stamped by the bank
  9. Income Tax Return acknowledgements (ITR-V) for the last 2 assessment years, or Form 16
  10. Proof of occupation — Employed: employer NOC / leave approval and last 3 months' salary slips; Self-employed: GST / Udyam / company registration; Students: bonafide certificate or NOC; Retired: pension proof

South Korea Short-term Business Visa (C-3-4)

Submit at KVAC

ProcessingAbout 10 working days
Validity3 months (multiple-entry options)
StayUp to 90 days

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Visa application form
  3. Recent colour photograph — 3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  4. Invitation letter from the host company in South Korea on its letterhead, stating the purpose and dates of the visit and who bears the expenses
  5. Business registration certificate of the Korean company
  6. Covering letter from your Indian employer / company on letterhead confirming your designation, purpose of the trip and who bears the expenses
  7. Indian company registration proof (Certificate of Incorporation / GST registration) and last 6 months' company bank statement
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Korea Visa Portal. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About South Korea

South Korea is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Seoul and a well-connected network of cities including Seoul, Busan, Jeju. The best time to visit is March to May, September to November, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jeju Island.

Top attractions

Gyeongbokgung PalaceJeju IslandN Seoul TowerBusan Beaches

Top cities

SeoulBusanJeju
FAQs

South Korea Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders need a visa for South Korea (K-ETA is not available to Indians). Tourist (C-3-9) and business (C-3-4) visas are submitted through the Korea Visa Application Centre (KVAC).
Processing is typically about 10 working days. Validity: 3 months, single entry (multiple-entry for eligible travellers). Permitted stay: Up to 90 days.
The core documents are: Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages; Visa application form, signed; Recent colour photograph — 1 photo, 3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Covering letter signed by the applicant stating the purpose of visit, travel dates, itinerary and who is funding the trip; Day-wise travel itinerary. See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
Yes — South Korea requires an in-person submission or biometrics appointment for the standard visa route. Latitude Global books and prepares you for the appointment.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of South Korea. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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