✓Verified against live embassy source · 7 May 2026
Document Checklist
8 required · 2 recommended✓
Valid Passport
Minimum 6 months validity from travel date
REQ.
✓
Visa Application Form
Completed and signed
REQ.
✓
Passport Photographs
Recent, white background, as per spec
REQ.
✓
Travel Itinerary
Confirmed flight bookings (round trip)
REQ.
✓
Hotel Reservations
Confirmed accommodation for entire stay
REQ.
✓
Bank Statements
Last 6 months, salaried account
REQ.
✓
ITR (Income Tax Returns)
Last 3 years
REQ.
✓
Employment / Business Proof
NOC from employer or business registration
REQ.
Recommended
+
Travel Insurance
Recommended; mandatory for some destinations
+
Cover Letter
Purpose of visit, itinerary summary
Important Notes
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Indians are NOT eligible for K-ETA — sticker visa required even for short tourist visits.
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Apply at Korea Visa Application Centre (KVAC) via visaforkorea-ce.com — VFS-operated centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata.
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Bank balance proof: minimum INR 1.5–2 lakh recommended. Also bring ITR for last 3 years and employer NOC.
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Group visa waiver extended to June 2027 — Indian tour groups may qualify for simplified entry.
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Indians holding valid US, Canada, Australia or Schengen visa may qualify for streamlined entry — verify at Embassy.
Specific Guides for South Korea
Verified Sources
Visa data verified against official government sources. Always confirm at source before applying.
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Korea Visa Application Centre (Official VFS Partner) · Verified 2026-05-07
⚠ Fee shown in official government currency (KRW). INR equivalent fluctuates — verify at official portal before applying.