Indonesia to South Korea tourist visa
Complete South Korea C-3 short-term visit visa requirements, fees, and processing times for Indonesian citizens. Updated July 2026.
- Visa
- South Korea C-3 Tourist Visa
- Fee
- $40
- Processing time
- 1–2 weeks
- Length of stay
- Up to 30 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your Indonesian passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay in South Korea
- Return Flight Ticket — Confirmed round-trip flight ticket showing departure from South Korea
- Accommodation Details — Address where you will stay in South Korea
How to apply
- Valid Indonesian passport (6 months — Valid Indonesian passport (6 months validity)
- Return flight ticket — Return flight ticket
- Accommodation address in South Korea — Accommodation address in South Korea
- Fill out the arrival card — Fill out the arrival card provided on the plane or at immigration
- Present your passport at immigration — Present your passport at immigration
- Answer any questions about your — Answer any questions about your travel plans
Common questions
- Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for South Korea?
- No visa is currently required for short tourist visits. Indonesia is included in the K-ETA exemption list until late 2025, allowing visa-free entry for up to 30 days. You can optionally apply for K-ETA for additional benefits.
- What is K-ETA and do I need it?
- K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) is an electronic travel authorization for visa-free entry to South Korea. Indonesian citizens are currently exempt from K-ETA until late 2025, but you can still apply for it to skip the arrival card and enjoy faster immigration processing.
- How much does K-ETA cost for Indonesians?
- The K-ETA application fee is 10,000 KRW (approximately $8 USD or IDR 120,000). This fee is non-refundable even if the application is denied. With the current exemption, you can enter without K-ETA for free.
- How long can Indonesians stay in South Korea?
- Indonesian citizens can stay up to 30 days per visit under the visa-free arrangement. For longer stays, you would need to apply for a traditional tourist visa (C-3) at the Korean Embassy.
- How long does K-ETA processing take?
- K-ETA applications are typically processed within 72 hours, but most approvals come within 24 hours. Apply at least 72 hours before your flight to be safe.
- Is K-ETA the same as a visa?
- No, K-ETA is not a visa. It is an electronic travel authorization that allows visa-free entry. Final entry decisions are made by immigration officers at the port of entry. K-ETA approval does not guarantee entry.