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South Korea attracts Indian travelers with Seoul’s modern city experiences, Korean culture, historic palaces, shopping districts, food, entertainment, and scenic destinations. It is suitable for travelers planning holidays, cultural trips, family vacations, and city-focused itineraries. Indian travellers can choose the appropriate South Korea tourist visa based on their travel purpose and planned stay.
Seaman Tours assists travelers with South Korea visa preparation by providing document guidance, application support, and travel-document checks. Requirements can vary according to the applicant and visa category, so documents should be prepared according to the applicable Korean visa requirements.
India
90 Days / 6 Months
*Visa validity, stay duration, and entry permissions are subject to the approved visa category and applicable South Korean immigration regulations.
The South Korea visa application process begins with selecting the appropriate visa category and preparing the required documents. Applicants should ensure that their passport, photographs, financial documents, travel plans, and supporting records are accurate and consistent.
Documents are reviewed and prepared before submission through the applicable Korean visa application channel. Once the application and documents are prepared, applicants must submit them through the designated Korean Visa Application Center (KVAC) operated by VFS Global.
Standard processing generally takes 8–12 working days or longer, depending on the application, document verification, application volume, and visa assessment. Express processing may be available for applicable visa categories at an additional charge.
Applicants should prepare the required documents based on their visa category, employment status, and travel circumstances. Ensuring that all documents are valid, clear, and consistent with the information provided in the application can help avoid unnecessary delays.
Documents Commonly Required
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Valid passport with at least 6 months validity |
Recent passport photograph, 35 × 45 mm, with a white background |
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Completed visa application form |
Cover letter |
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Flight and travel bookings |
Hotel or accommodation details |
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Travel itinerary |
Bank statement for the last 6 months with bank stamp and signature |
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Income Tax Returns for the last 2 years |
Salary slips for the last 1 year, where applicable |
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PAN card |
NOC and employment letter, where applicable |
Self-Employed Applicants
The exact document requirements may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances. Applicants may also be asked to provide additional documents or clarification during the assessment process.
Travelers planning their trip can also explore Seaman Tours’ International Visa Services for visa options for other destinations. For additional travel preparation, they can browse our International Visa Guides & Travel Resources for destination-specific visa information, travel checklists, and trip-planning advice.
South Korea visa processing generally takes around 8–12 working days, although processing may take longer depending on the application and document assessment.
Applicants are advised to apply well before their intended travel date to allow sufficient time for processing and any additional document requests.
Common requirements include a valid passport, photograph, visa application form, financial documents, travel details, accommodation information, and supporting employment or income documents.
Visa fees vary by visa category. Standard fees start from ₹3,600 for a short-term single-entry visa, while express processing is available at higher applicable fees.
Express processing may be available for applicable visa categories and is subject to additional charges.
Yes. Indian applicants are generally required to submit their completed application and supporting documents through the designated Korean Visa Application Center (KVAC), operated by VFS Global. Applicants should follow the latest submission instructions and requirements for their jurisdiction.