The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Last updated 2025-07-28
General Commercial, Short-term business, Visiting Compatriots, Pure transit
Leisure, tourism
, study
, business
, transit
, other
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Allows visitors to enter South Korea for commercial activities such as market research, business, sightseeing, leisure activities, cultural experiences, medical treatment, visiting relatives and friends, general training, lectures, attendance at religious ceremonies and other similar purposes for a period not exceeding 90 days. The visit must be non-profit in nature.
Validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
3 months
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
$40
