US Citizens Tourist Visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days.
If stay for more than 90 days please apply for a visa using the instructions listed below.
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamps
If stay for more than 90 days please apply for a visa using the instructions listed below.
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamps
TOURIST Non-US Citizen
1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay.
- Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas |
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) copies of the visa application needed - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following - Applicants Name - Dates of travel(to and from country) It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. |
5. Letter of Invitation
Letter of invitation from Host or Hotel Confirmation Not needed as a core requirement, if you have it please send it. |
6. Financial Guarantee
Not needed as a core requirement. |
7. Yellow Fever Vaccination
Not needed as a core requirement |
8. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics Download Form here:
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9. Non-US Citizen
Please submit a clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94 - B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option - You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/ |
NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport, documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package).
2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). |
FEES
Processing Time5 business days
5 business days 5 business days 5 business days **certain nationalities will require an approval which could extend the processing time by several weeks. |
Period of StaySingle- up to 30 days
Double- up to 30 days Multiple- up to 30 days Multiple- up to 30 days |
Validityup to 3 months
up to 3 months up to 6 months up to 1 year |
SC Fee$95.00
$95.00 $95.00 $95.00 |
Embassy Fee$55.00
$65.00 $75.00 $205.00 |
US Citizens Business Visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days.
If stay for more than 90 days please apply for a visa using the instructions listed below.
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamp
If stay for more than 90 days please apply for a visa using the instructions listed below.
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamp
BUSINESS Non-US Citizens
1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa
page and be valid 6 months beyond stay. - Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas |
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) copies of visa application needed - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. Business Letter- US Entity
Letter from US Company or Organization- the signature must be original and the letter must be on company letterhead. - Nature of Business to be performed -Name and Address of your reference that will be visited -Dates of intended visit -Guarantee of return transportation and financial guarantee for the visit Addressed to the Embassy of South Korea in Washington DC - Signed by an officer or manager(not to be signed by visa applicant) Download Sample:
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5. Invitation Letter
Not needed as a core requirement, at times Consulate has requested an invitation letter, please submit if you have one. **A letter of invitation from sponsor (either host company or individual) explaining the relationship to the applicant and the purpose of travel.
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6. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following - Applicants Name - Dates of travel (to and from country) It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. |
7. Yellow Fever Vaccination
Not needed as a core requirement |
8. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifications Download Form here:
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9. Non-US Citizen
Please submit a clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94 - B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option - You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/ |
NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport,
documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package). 2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). |
FEES
Processing Time5 business days
5 business days 5 business days 5 business days **certain nationalities will require an approval which could extend the processing time by several weeks. |
Period of StaySingle- up to 30 days
Double- up to 30 days Multiple- up to 30 days Multiple- up to 30 days |
Visa Validityup to 3 months
up to 3 months up to 6 months up to 1 year |
SC Fee$95.00
$95.00 $95.00 $95.00 |
Embassy Fee$55.00
$65.00 $75.00 $205.00 |
OFFICIAL AND DIPLOMATIC
1. Valid and Signed Official Passport
Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay. - Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas
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2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) visa applications must be sent - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa -Please do not leave any field blank and answer each question in detail - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. State Department -
Cover Letter Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and contact in country), and Dates of Travel |
5. Letter from sending
department or Agency Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and contact in country), and Dates of Travel - Must be on Agency letterhead - Must be an original signature and signed by a Supervisor |
6. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following: - Applicants Name - Dates of travel (to and from country) |
7. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics Download Form here:
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NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport,
documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package). 2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). |
FEES
Processing Time5 business days
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Period of StaySingle entry- Consular Discretion
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Validityusually up to 3 months
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SC Fee$125.00
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Embassy FeeGratis
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
As a general rule, each Consulate has the right to request more documents or request an in-person interview. The validity of the visa is the sole discretion of the Consulate. Due to unexpected backlogs the Consulate may increase their processing time without notice. Certain nationalities or passport holders may result in additional processing time, this is determined by the Consulate. SC-Passport and Visa is not responsible for delays resulting in Consulate matters. MO