India to South Korea tourist visa
Complete South Korea tourist visa guide for Indians. C-3–9 visa requirements, fees of INR 3,400, 10 working days processing, and 87% approval rate. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- South Korea Tourist Visa
- Fee
- INR 3400
- Processing time
- 10 working days
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your current passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in South Korea
- Passport Copies — Clear photocopies of your passport pages
- Passport Photograph — Recent passport-sized photograph meeting Korean visa specifications
- Electronic Visa Application Form — Complete the official Korea visa application form available from BLS International
- Covering Letter — A personal letter explaining your travel purpose and itinerary
- Travel Itinerary — A detailed day-by-day schedule of your planned activities in South Korea
- Flight Reservation (E-Ticket) — Round-trip flight itinerary showing entry and exit from South Korea
- Accommodation Confirmation — Confirmed hotel reservations covering your entire stay in South Korea
- Employment Certificate — Documentation proving your employment status and leave approval
- Bank Statements — Recent bank statements demonstrating sufficient funds for your South Korea trip
- Income Tax Returns — Filed Income Tax Returns showing your annual income
How to apply
- Valid passport with visa — Valid passport with visa
- Return flight ticket — Return flight ticket
- Hotel or accommodation confirmation — Hotel or accommodation confirmation
- Travel itinerary — Travel itinerary
- Proof of sufficient funds — Proof of sufficient funds
- Travel insurance documents (if applicable) — Travel insurance documents (if applicable)
Common questions
- Do Indian citizens need a visa to visit South Korea?
- Yes, Indian citizens require a C-3–9 Tourist Visa to visit South Korea. India is not among the visa-exempt countries, so you must obtain a visa before travel. The K-ETA system is only available for citizens of visa-exempt nations.
- How long does South Korea visa processing take from India?
- Standard processing takes 10 working days from submission. If additional documents are requested or an interview is required, processing may extend to 20 working days. Express processing is available for an additional fee.
- What is the South Korea tourist visa fee for Indians in 2025?
- The visa fee is INR 3,400 for a single-entry visa (up to 90 days). Express processing costs INR 5,950. Multiple-entry visa costs INR 7,650. BLS International charges an additional service fee of INR 1,100.
- How long can I stay in South Korea on a tourist visa?
- The C-3–9 Tourist Visa allows stays of up to 90 days for tourism purposes. You cannot work or engage in paid activities during your stay. Extensions are generally not permitted for tourist visas.
- What bank balance is required for South Korea tourist visa from India?
- While there is no official minimum, a balance of INR 2 to 3 lakhs or more is recommended for a 2-week trip. The balance should be consistent over 6 months with regular income credits. Large recent deposits may raise questions.
- Where can I apply for a South Korea visa in India?
- You can apply through BLS International centers in Mumbai and Hyderabad, VFS Global centers in New Delhi and Kolkata, or directly at the Embassy in New Delhi and Consulate in Mumbai. Most applicants use visa application centers for convenience.