What Documents Are Needed for South Korea Visa?

In short: whether a Nepali passport holder needs a any visa for South Korea — and exactly which documents — depends on your travel purpose and the latest South Korea rules. The relevant class is Korea Tourist Visa (C-3-9) (stay 90 days per entry). This guide covers the requirement, the document checklist, costs, and the step-by-step process, with the official portal linked below.

South Korea Any visa: key facts for Nepali applicants

Visa class	Korea Tourist Visa (C-3-9)
Stay	90 days per entry.
Validity	3 months single / 1–5 years multi.
Entries	Single or Multiple.
Processing time	5–15 working days.
Funds required	NPR 500,000+ in 6-month bank statement.
Official portal	https://www.visa.go.kr (Korean visa portal — limited self-service for Nepalis) · https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/np-en (Embassy Kathmandu)
Where to apply	Embassy of Korea Kathmandu (in person) — Red Cross Marg, Tahachal Height, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 1058)

Facts verified against the official source; confirm before you apply — visa rules change. Last checked 2026-07-12.

Documents you will usually need

• Passport (6+ months) + photocopy
• Visa application form
• Photo (35×45mm white background)
• Bank statement (6 months, NPR 500,000+)
• Confirmed return ticket
• Hotel booking + itinerary
• Employer letter / business registration
• Tax clearance certificate
• Proof of onward/return travel (a flight reservation) and accommodation (a hotel booking) where required.

Step-by-step: how to apply from Nepal

1. Confirm the visa type and current requirements on the official portal (https://www.visa.go.kr (Korean visa portal — limited self-service for Nepalis) · https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/np-en (Embassy Kathmandu)).
2. Gather and scan your documents; book your appointment at Embassy of Korea Kathmandu (in person) or start the online form.
3. Prepare proof of onward travel and accommodation — many applicants use Yatra's verifiable reservations rather than buying non-refundable bookings before approval.
4. Pay the visa fee, submit (and give biometrics if required), then track your application.

Typical costs & processing time

Processing for a South Korea any visa typically takes 5–15 working days. Budget separately for supporting documents: a Yatra dummy flight ticket is NPR 999, a hotel reservation NPR 499, or the full bundle from NPR 1499.

Common reasons applications get delayed

• Weak or inconsistent proof of funds.
• No credible proof of onward travel or accommodation.
• Photos or forms that don't meet the embassy spec.
• An itinerary that doesn't match the stated purpose or dates.

Frequently asked questions

What Documents Are Needed for South Korea Visa?

The relevant class is Korea Tourist Visa (C-3-9) allowing a stay of 90 days per entry. Nepali applicants should confirm the current South Korea rule on the official portal, then prepare passport, application, funds, and proof of onward travel and accommodation.

How long does a South Korea any visa take to process?

Processing typically takes 5–15 working days. Apply with at least a 1–2 week buffer beyond this.

How much money should I show for a South Korea visa?

For a South Korea any visa, nPR 500,000+ in 6-month bank statement.

Can Yatra For Fun help with my South Korea documents?

Yes — Yatra issues verifiable flight, hotel and itinerary reservations for your visa file, delivered as PDFs in about 30 minutes.

Preparing your South Korea application? Yatra For Fun issues visa-ready flight reservations, hotel bookings and itineraries, and our South Korea visa guide has the current checklist. Ask us on WhatsApp.