Visa
A. Entry Requirements
1. Visa is a basic requirement for entry and in principle, a foreigner wishing to enter Korea must have valid document (e.g. passport).
2. Except for countries with Visa-Free Entry, all others will require a Korea visa to enter Republic of Korea. See also ¡°B¡± below.
3. Visa processing time varies. It is recommended that you begin the process early. The earliest is 3 months before arrival in Korea.
See more information on the link below:
Visa process
B. Countries with Visa-Free Entry to Korea
Nationals of visa waiver countries can enter Korea without a visa as long as the purpose of their visit is tourism or temporary visit. For the extension of stay duration, application must be made in advance.
Please click on the link below to check the list of Visa-Free Countries and to obtain more information on requirement on visa process.:
Visa process
We offer ¡°Proof of attendance¡± to you should you require, when you complete a registration process.
C. Other Important Notes:
¤ı Consular Officers may call to verify information on the invitation and the visa application
Due to time zone differences, this call may take place after office hours in your country of work/residence. Therefore, a cell phone number may be the only way for the Consular Officer to reach the applicant and it is important the call is expected.
¤ıProof of arrival, departure, hotel reservation and financial ability
The Consular Office may request for a copy of confirmed hotel reservation, air ticket and bank deposits. The visa applicant¡¯s name must be listed on these documents. Please be prepared to furnish these additional documents upon request.