Processing Time
5-7 Days
Standard processing
Visa Fee
₹5,000
Approximate cost
Validity
3 Months
Duration of visa
Stay Duration
90 Days
Maximum permitted stay
Eligibility & Requirements
Who Needs a Visa
- Indian citizens need visa for South Korea
- Tourist visa for leisure travel
- K-pop and culture enthusiasts
- Single entry for first-time visitors
Required Documents
- Valid passport with 6+ months validity
- Completed visa application form (TM.8)
- Passport-sized color photograph
- Hotel booking or accommodation proof
- Round-trip flight tickets
- Bank statements showing financial capacity
- Employment verification letter
- Travel insurance (optional)
Visa Processing
- Apply at Korean Embassy or Consulate
- In-person submission required
- Processing: 5-7 working days
- Visa fees payable at submission
- Multiple entry visas available
Important Notes
- South Korea is tech-savvy nation
- Seoul - vibrant capital city
- Tourist visa for 90 days
- Cannot work on tourist visa
- Multiple entry visa recommended
- Very organized and safe country
Embassy & Consulates
- Korean Embassy, New Delhi: New Delhi
- Website: https://www.korea.go.kr
- Visa Services: +91-11-4158-3300
- Consulates in Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore
Travel Tips
- Seoul - technology and culture hub
- K-pop culture very popular
- Apply 2-3 weeks in advance
- KRW is currency (1 KRW = 0.05 INR)
- Excellent public transportation
- Autumn (Sept-Nov): best season
