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Seamless Travel to the Heart of Korea

A popular location for many Filipinos has become even more accessible due to relaxed travel restrictions. From the attraction of K-Dramas and K-Pop to the beauty of Korean cosmetics, soju, and bustling shopping districts, there’s a lot to appreciate about Korean culture. However, before you pack your bags, you will require a tourist visa. Curious about how to obtain one? Now, We Travel Company has you covered with our comprehensive handbook.

South Korea Visa Requirements

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Duly accomplished and signed application form (must be computerized, font style and font size is Arial 12 only; must be printed in A4 sized paper)). Kindly download and fill out the South Korea Visa Application Form and upload it through our Contact Us page or the in our form below.
1 pc passport sized colored picture (white background)
Original passport (at least 6 months valid beyond intended stay)
Copy of passport data page
Original copy of valid visas and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years
Original personal bank certificate (must include account type, current balance, account opening date, and average daily balance for the last 6months).
Original bank statement or certified true copy of passbook for the last 3 months
Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
Original PSA Marriage contract (if applicable)
Original PSA Birth certificate (if applicable)

Note : Korean Embassy in Cebu requirements may vary.

Please download and complete the following forms. Once finished, attach the completed form to the contact form below. Thank you!

Express Form Download KVAC Data Privacy Consent Form Download Korean Visa Application Form

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

For Employees

Original employment certificate (must include applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, office address, HR landline numbers and e-mail address) office mobile number is not allowed as contact number of the company.
Copy of PRC/IBP ID (if professional)
Copy of company ID

For Businessmen

Copy of business registration (DTI or SEC)
Copy of business permit or mayor’s permit
Copy of Certificate of Registration (COR)
Copy of PRC /IBP ID (if applicable only)

For Student Minors

Original school certification
Copy of school I.D.
Original PSA birth certificate
Parent’s documents (original bank certificate and bank statement or passbook for the last 3 months, original COE, copy business documents and ITR)
Original PSA marriage certificate

Additional Requirements

Note : If invited to Korea

Invitation letter with the applicant and inviter’s relevant information (must be in Hangul with at least 2 contact numbers and person)
Copy of 1st page of inviter’s passport or identification card (if personally invited by Korean)
Copy of Korean company business permit (if invited by company in Korea)
Additional requirements may be required upon releasing of passport.

For Retiree

Copy of senior citizen card or retirement documents
Original of PSA marriage contract (If travelling with spouse)

For Foreign Nationals

Copy of i-card

If The Company Will Shoulder The Trip

Guarantee letter from company
Original bank certificate and bank statements of the company (last 6 months)
Copy of business documents and ITR of the company

Special Notes

Note : Simplified Visa Requirements for below eligible applicants effective February 01, 2024 are exempted to submit financial documents such as original bank certificate, bank statement, and photocopy of ITR:

Elected Politicians such as Members of the Senate, Members of the Congress, Governors, Provincial Board Members, Mayors
Government officials such as persons with a rank higher or equal to Assistant Secretary of the Executive Branch of the PH Government, and Brigadier General of the AFP or PNP (excluding those in acting duties)
Professional license holders such as Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacists, Veterinarians, Lawyers, and Certified Public Accountants (with valid PRC ID or IBP ID)
BDO Gold or BDO Elite Credit card holders (excluding supplementary credit card holders)

Personal appearance is not required (unless the Embassy request for it).