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South Korea Visa Guide
Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders
Visa Requirement
Visa Required
Last updated: April 2026
Key Information
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days
Processing Time
5-15 working days
Visa Fee
FREE (single-entry tourist visa — no fee!)
Popular With
K-pop fans and young travelers
Key Requirements
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Bank balance ₹1.5-2 lakhs
- Employment proof
- Confirmed flight bookings
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
Download and complete visa application form
- 2
Book appointment at Korean embassy/consulate
- 3
Submit application in person
- 4
Pay service charges (no visa fee)
- 5
Wait 5-15 days for processing
Documents Required
- Valid passport
- Visa application form with photograph
- Bank statements (3 months)
- ITR
- Employment letter
- Leave approval
- Flight bookings
- Hotel reservations
- Travel itinerary
Pro Tips
- K-pop concert tickets strengthen application
- Bank balance of ₹1.5-2 lakhs is sufficient
- Seoul itinerary with Myeongdong, Gangnam shows good planning
Important Notes
- • K-ETA does NOT apply to Indians
- • Single-entry tourist visa is FREE — only service charges
- • Increasingly popular with Indian Gen Z
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2-3 weeks before travel
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