The Republic of Korea Visa Information - India

	VISA is a kind of endorsement or acknowledgment, whose specific meaning differs from country to country. Generally speaking, however, it is used to mean one of the following two things; One being the 'permission to enter' a given country, and the other being the 'consul's recommendation for a foreigner's entry request.'


	In case of the Republic of Korea, the latter definition is used. Therefore, even if one was to have a Korean visa, one can still be denied entry to Korean soil should an immigration officer find some requirements unsatisfactory after inspection.

Visa free Entry (Visa waiver)

Visa is a basic requirement for entry and in principle, a foreigner wishing to enter Korea must have a visa.

However, a person meeting any one of the following qualification may enter Korean without a visa. (Article 7, Section 2 of the Immigration Act)

Those granted permission or immunity for re-entry that enters before the expiration date.

Nationals of a country that signed visa waiver agreements with the Republic of Korea and are thereby subject of exemption. In case of India, visa waiver will be applied to the diplomatic passport holder and the official passport holder upto 90 days.

Those entering for the interest of international goodwill, travel, or purpose beneficial to Korea who have been granted permitted to enter by presidential decree.

Those that departed with a refugee travel certification and entering prior to the expiration date.

General Information

For detailed information on a foreigner's entry without a visa, please click here.

Visa Category chosen by an applicant must be based on the purpose of travel to the Republic of Korea and the decision must be made by the applicant themselves – Visa Application Centre staff will not be able to assist you taking this decision.

In case of any questions regarding visa application The Embassy of the Republic of Korea, New Delhi may require the additional interview with the applicant.

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea, New Delhi will return processed passports to the Visa Application Centre in New Delhi. Applicants have a choice to decide on how they would like to collect their passports and / or documents, i.e. by subscribing for a Courier Services at the time of application submission or by collecting it from the Visa Application Centre in New Delhi.

Request for urgent processing of applications –

Visa applicants for The Republic of Korea may please be notified that if anyone wants to request for expediting the processing time, kindly provide the below details:

Reason for expediting (other than prior flight bookings/reservations/itinerary).
Reason for delay in submission of the application.
Name of Applicant.
Embassy and VFS reference number.

The above request should be send to us through mail with “Urgent Request for <Embassy Ref Number>” in the subject line. VFS helpline mail ID is info.korea.in@vfshelpline.com

Disclaimer:

		Request for urgency does not guarantee that applicant’s visa application will be processed immediately. Submitted applications must meet the requirements of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and decision will be subject to verification on urgent request.

		If applicant have been refused a visa earlier or overstayed at Korea or been removed or otherwise been required to leave Korea, the processing of the application might take longer than normal processing time.

VISA Types

Single Entry Visa

	Only a single-entry is permitted for the duration of the visa.
	Valid for 90 days from the date it had been issued.

Double Entry Visa

	Individuals, except for medical tourism visa applicants, who wants to visit Korea twice within six months of Immigration (In case of medical tourists, eligibility will be in accordance with 'medical tourism guidelines’)
	Double-entry Visa holder can stay for 30 days in the validity of 6 months.

Multiple-entry visa

	Multiple entries are permitted for as long as visa remains valid.
	-	Visa provided under multiple-entry visa Agreement: duration specified by an agreement. In case of India, Short Term Business (C-2) Multiple-entry Visa holder can stay for granted length of stay in the given validity period. Applicants who are applying for Business visa may apply for Multiple-entry visa however Embassy of the Republic of Korea, New Delhi reserves the right to grant Multiple/Single Entry Visa to the applicants based on their discretion

Visa Application
Process

Step 1

Before applying, please ensure you are very clear on your ‘purpose of visit’ – do remember we are here to assist and help you through the entire visa application process but are not permitted to advise or guide you on choosing a visa category. Since our work is primarily administrative in nature, we have no say on whether you will be granted a visa and how long it will take to process, as this is entirely the prerogative of the Embassy. You may refer to the link "All About Visas" to understand details of various visas.

Step 2

Complete your visa application form and affix your photograph. You may download the form from this websites.

Step 3

Ensure photos are as per specifications.

Step 4

Attach all supporting documents as per documents required. Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are not accepted.

Step 5

Submit your application at the VFS centre in New Delhi or Kolkata along with the applicable fees in cash.

Step 6

Track your application online

Step 7

Collect your passport from the VFS centre or wait for courier delivery (optional service for Delhi).