# South Korea Visa for Nepali Citizens: The Complete 2026 Guide to Every Type

> South Korea Visa for Nepali Citizens: The Complete 2026 Guide to Every Type — verified against Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu: fee, processing time, document checklist, proof of funds, embassy contact, and how Nepali citizens…

_Published: 2026-06-30 · Updated: 2026-09-01 · Reading time: 4 min · Words: 925_

## TL;DR

South Korea guide visa, Nepali passport (2026): processing 5–15 working days, stay 90 days per entry. Apply through Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu / Embassy of Korea Kathmandu (in person). Carry certified English translations and a consistent flight + hotel + itinerary.

## Key takeaways

- Fee varies by visa class — confirm on the official portal.
- Processing time: 5–15 working days.
- Allowed stay: 90 days per entry.
- Apply at: Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu (Embassy of Korea Kathmandu (in person)).
- Certified English translations are mandatory for Nepali-language documents.

**The South Korea guide visa for Nepali citizens has a fee that depends on the visa class and takes 5–15 working days to process, allowing a stay of 90 days per entry. Apply Apply at Embassy Kathmandu by appointment with passport, photos, bank statements and purpose-specific documents — Nepali-langua…**

## Article

South Korea guide visa for Nepali citizens (2026). South Korea Visa for Nepali Citizens: The Complete 2026 Guide to Every Type — verified against Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu and updated when the rules change. processing 5–15 working days; allowed stay 90 days per entry. Below: the official figures, the document checklist, proof-of-funds guidance, the embassy contact, and the mistakes that get Nepali files refused.

### South Korea visa for Nepali citizens — the complete 2026 picture

The full South Korea visa picture for Nepali passport holders in 2026: which visa class fits which trip, what each costs, how long each takes, the documents, and where to apply. Use the guide details below as your anchor and branch to the specific class you need.

### Korea Tourist Visa (C-3-9) — key facts

Visa classKorea Tourist Visa (C-3-9)
Government feeVaries by visa class — confirm on the official portal
Processing time5–15 working days
Allowed stay90 days per entry
Validity3 months single / 1–5 years multi
EntriesSingle or Multiple
Funds requiredNPR 500,000+ in 6-month bank statement
How to applyApply at Embassy Kathmandu by appointment

### Documents South Korea asks Nepali applicants for
- 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
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income (if applicable) — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).

### Proof of funds for the South Korea guide visa
South Korea expects NPR 500,000+ in 6-month bank statement for this class. As a Nepali applicant, show a 3–6 month bank statement plus income proof matched to your source: salary slips and an employer/leave letter if you're employed, business registration (PAN/VAT) and tax clearance if self-employed, or a sponsor's bank statement and a notarised sponsorship letter if someone funds your trip. Money that lands suddenly just before you apply is a common refusal trigger — keep the balance steady for months.

### Processing time, validity & extension
Plan for 5–15 working days once South Korea has a complete file. The visa is valid 3 months single / 1–5 years multi and lets you stay 90 days per entry (Single or Multiple). Apply at least 3–4 weeks before departure; festivals and embassy holidays in both countries can stretch the window. If you need longer in South Korea, ask about the in-country extension rule before your stay expires — overstaying jeopardises every future application.

### Before you apply: the Nepal-side prep
Every Nepali-language document — citizenship certificate, birth or marriage certificate, property papers, income proof — must be submitted with a notary-certified English translation. Carry the original plus one photocopy of each, and make sure your name is spelled identically everywhere: passport, ticket, hotel booking and bank statement. A single mismatch is enough to trigger a query.

### Why South Korea files get refused — and how to avoid it

- Inconsistent funds — a balance that jumps right before applying.

- Missing translations — Nepali documents submitted without certified English versions.

- Mismatched dates — the flight, hotel and itinerary don't line up.

- Weak ties to Nepal — no job, study, property or family pull to return to.

- Wrong visa class — applying as a tourist for a work or study purpose.

### Where Nepalis apply

Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu
Red Cross Marg, Tahachal Height, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 1058)
Phone: +977 1 4270172
Email: embkrnp@mofa.go.kr
Official site: https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/np-en/index.do
Visa centre: Embassy of Korea Kathmandu (in person), No VFS partner for Korea in Nepal — apply directly at embassy by appointment.

### Frequently asked questions

#### How much does the South Korea guide visa cost from Nepal?
The government fee varies by visa class — check the official portal, plus Nepal-side costs (photos, certified translations, bank statements, and any visa-centre charge).

#### How long does the South Korea guide visa take for Nepali citizens?
Allow 5–15 working days from a complete submission. Apply 3–4 weeks before travel to absorb peak-season and document-request delays.

#### What documents do Nepalis need for the South Korea guide visa?
Passport (6+ months), photos, bank statements / proof of funds, a confirmed flight and hotel, and purpose-specific letters — with notary-certified English translations of Nepali-language documents.

#### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a South Korea visa?
Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu, Red Cross Marg, Tahachal Height, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 1058), or the visa centre Embassy of Korea Kathmandu (in person). Online: https://www.visa.go.kr (Korean visa portal — limited self-service for Nepalis) · https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/np-en (Embassy Kathmandu).

### Get your supporting documents ready

Most South Korea visa files need a confirmed onward flight, a hotel reservation and, for tourist and visit classes, a day-by-day itinerary — with dates that match across all three. Generate embassy-ready documents in minutes:

- Dummy flight ticket for your South Korea visa — a verifiable reservation PDF.

- Dummy hotel booking for the accommodation proof.

- Travel itinerary document for proof of tour.

- All visa guides for Nepali citizens →

## FAQ

### How much does the South Korea guide visa cost from Nepal?

The government fee varies by visa class — check the official portal, plus Nepal-side costs (photos, certified translations, bank statements, and any visa-centre charge).

### How long does the South Korea guide visa take for Nepali citizens?

Allow 5–15 working days from a complete submission. Apply 3–4 weeks before travel to absorb peak-season and document-request delays.

### What documents do Nepalis need for the South Korea guide visa?

Passport (6+ months), photos, bank statements / proof of funds, a confirmed flight and hotel, and purpose-specific letters — with notary-certified English translations of Nepali-language documents.

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a South Korea visa?

Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu, Red Cross Marg, Tahachal Height, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 1058), or the visa centre Embassy of Korea Kathmandu (in person). Online: https://www.visa.go.kr (Korean visa portal — limited self-service for Nepalis) · https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/np-en (Embassy Kathmandu).

## Sources

1. [Embassy of the Republic of Korea — Kathmandu — official site](https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/np-en/index.do)
2. [South Korea official visa portal](https://www.visa.go.kr (Korean visa portal — limited self-service for Nepalis) · https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/np-en (Embassy Kathmandu))