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South Korea visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS Global + embassySources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a South Korea visa through VFS Global and the embassy. The published fee for Short Term Single Entry (less than 90 days) — normal is INR 3600.00. Processing time (Normal — Chennai): 25 working days minimum (excluding day of submission) Application locations listed include New Delhi (Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Connaught Place), Kolkata (Kasba), Mumbai, Chennai (Ramee Mall, Teynampet) and Bengaluru (J.P. Nagar). Sources checked on October 10, 2026.

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South Korea visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
INR 3600.00Short Term Single Entry (less than 90 days) — normal
Processing time
25 working days minimum (excluding day of submission)Normal — Chennai
Where to apply
5 locations listedNew Delhi (Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Connaught Place), Kolkata (Kasba), Mumbai…
Insurance required
Not published

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a South Korea visa?

Applies via: VFS Global + embassy

Who handles applications in India

Indian nationals must apply for a Korean visa through the Visa Portal (www.visa.go.kr) and the Korean Visa Application Centre (KVAC) operated by VFS Global: confirm visa type and documents, fill out and print the e-Form on the Visa Portal, submit it at the KVAC, then check status on the Visa Portal. Jurisdiction: Embassy in New Delhi (VFS New Delhi and Kolkata), Consulate General in Mumbai (Mumbai consulate or designated agencies; a Mumbai notice says all applications must be submitted through the KVAC operated by VFS Global), Consulate General in Chennai (VFS Chennai and Bengaluru). Incomplete applications are not accepted at the counter; after a refusal you may reapply only after three months. Applications can be made no earlier than 89 days before travel (Chennai-jurisdiction VFS site).

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Complete the application form

    Fill in the South Korea visa application form linked from the official pages below.

  2. 2

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  3. 3

    Submit your application

    Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: New Delhi (Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Connaught Place), Kolkata (Kasba), Mumbai, Chennai (Ramee Mall, Teynampet) and Bengaluru (J.P. Nagar).

  4. 4

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the South Korea visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Short Term Single Entry (less than 90 days) — normal

    INR 3600.00

    VFS KVAC (Chennai/Bengaluru) page. Consulate notice effective 1 June 2025 lists USD 40 / INR 3,400 (1 USD = 85 INR).

  • Long Term Single Entry (more than 91 days) — normal

    INR 5400.00

    Consulate notice (1 June 2025): USD 60 / INR 5,100

  • All Multiple Entry Visa — normal

    INR 8100.00

    Consulate notice (1 June 2025): USD 90 / INR 7,650

  • Express — Short Term Single Entry (up to 90 days)

    Rs. 6300/-

    Consulate notice (1 June 2025): USD 70 / INR 5,950. Express fees not returned on rejection.

  • Express — Long Term Single Entry (more than 90 days)

    Rs. 8100/-

    Consulate notice (1 June 2025): USD 90 / INR 7,650

  • Express — Multiple Entry Visa

    Rs. 11700/-

    Consulate notice (1 June 2025): USD 130 / INR 11,050

  • Courier charge (optional)

    Rs. 550 per person (inclusive of all taxes)

    Charges paid in cash / card at the time of submission

Service fee: Rs. 1600 per person (inclusive of all taxes) per VFS KVAC visa-type page; the 2026 tourist-sightseeing checklist PDF lists 'VFS Charge Rs. 1380'

Checklist

What documents are required for a South Korea visa from India?

All applicants

5 items
  • Original Passport with more than 6 months' validity
  • Recently taken 2 passport sized colour photographs
  • Duly filled online visa application form (e-Form from www.visa.go.kr, printed)
  • From Korean inviter (Embassy New Delhi page): invitation letter (photo/scanned copy allowed, no attestation) with invitee and inviter details and seal/signature; photocopy of Certificate of Business Registration of inviting company (employee certificate if inviter is an individual)
  • From Indian applicant (Embassy New Delhi page): business registration certificate (business owner) or employee certificate; Income Tax Return (recent 2 years); bank statement (recent 6 months)

Short Term Tourist Visa — sightseeing (less than 90 days), Chennai/Bengaluru KVAC checklist

9 items
  • Occupation proof or employment proof (company letter with employer contact number and e-mail)
  • 1 year salary slip
  • Photocopy of ITR acknowledgment of last 2 years and PAN card (letter of explanation if unavailable)
  • Business owners: 3-year company ITR acknowledgment and PAN (proprietor: 3-year personal ITR)
  • Recent bank statement of last 6 months with original bank stamp and sign
  • Company registration copy
  • Business profile in prescribed format (owners)
  • Relation proof between applicant and sponsor (if sponsored)
  • Health Condition Form

Express visa

3 items
  • Declaration Form for Express Visa
  • Chennai: travel date within 10-12 calendar days of submission; Bengaluru: within 12-14 calendar days
  • Yellow passport holders (Identity Certificate) cannot apply for express

Photo

What are the South Korea visa photo specifications?

Size
35-40mm in width
Background
Bright background
  • No more than 6 months old
  • Close up of head and top of shoulders; face 70-80% of photograph
  • Sharp focus and clear
  • High quality, no ink marks or creases
  • 2 passport sized colour photographs (tourist checklist)

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a South Korea visa?

Not published by VFS Global or the embassy — check the official links below.

Processing

How long does South Korea visa processing take?

Normal — Chennai
25 working days minimum (excluding day of submission)
Normal — Bengaluru
27 working days minimum (excluding day of submission)
Express — Chennai
7 working days minimum
Express — Bengaluru
9 working days minimum

Visa types

Which South Korea visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Diplomacy/Official Business Status

  • Diplomacy
  • Official Mission
  • Conventions/Agreements

Short Term (Non-profit & Stay Visa)

  • Temporary Journalism
  • Temporary Visit
  • Marriage Migrant

Short Term Employment Visa

  • Short term employment

Long Term Single Entry Visa

  • Long Term Single Entry Visa (dependent family, long-term employment, study, etc.)

Other

  • Transit Visa
  • Jeju Island Visa Information
  • Job Seeker
  • Digital Nomad Visa

Entry types

  • Single Entry Visa (valid 90 days from issue)
  • Double Entry Visa
  • Multiple-entry visa (for India, Short Term Business)

Checklists published (Chennai/Bengaluru KVAC, 2026)

  • Tourist Visa — sightseeing
  • Tourist Visa — medical tourist
  • Tourist Visa — to attend marriage
  • Tourist Visa — visiting Korean family
  • Tourist — Short Term Visiting Relatives/Friends/Family
  • Short Term Business
  • Long-term multiple business
  • Short-term student internships
  • Study abroad
  • Long-term student (NIIED)
  • Sports, art and culture
  • Temporary Journalism
  • Seaman
  • Marriage
  • Long-term dependent (incl. F-2-3)
  • Long-term digital nomad
  • Short-term employment
  • Trade management
  • D-10-1 Job Seeker
  • Diplomatic/Official

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a South Korea visa?

  • New Delhi (Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Connaught Place)
  • Kolkata (Kasba)
  • Mumbai
  • Chennai (Ramee Mall, Teynampet)
  • Bengaluru (J.P. Nagar)

FAQ

South Korea visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the South Korea visa fee for Indian citizens?

Short Term Single Entry (less than 90 days) — normal: INR 3600.00; Long Term Single Entry (more than 91 days) — normal: INR 5400.00; All Multiple Entry Visa — normal: INR 8100.00. 4 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: Rs. 1600 per person (inclusive of all taxes) per VFS KVAC visa-type page; the 2026 tourist-sightseeing checklist PDF lists 'VFS Charge Rs. 1380'.

What documents are required for a South Korea visa from India?

Original Passport with more than 6 months' validity; Recently taken 2 passport sized colour photographs; Duly filled online visa application form (e-Form from www.visa.go.kr, printed); From Korean inviter (Embassy New Delhi page): invitation letter (photo/scanned copy allowed, no attestation) with invitee and inviter details and seal/signature; photocopy of Certificate of Business Registration of inviting company (employee certificate if inviter is an individual); From Indian applicant (Embassy New Delhi page): business registration certificate (business owner) or employee certificate; Income Tax Return (recent 2 years); bank statement (recent 6 months). Category-specific checklists are listed for 2 visa categories.

How long does South Korea visa processing take for Indians?

Normal — Chennai: 25 working days minimum (excluding day of submission); Normal — Bengaluru: 27 working days minimum (excluding day of submission); Express — Chennai: 7 working days minimum.

Where do Indian citizens apply for a South Korea visa?

Applications go via VFS Global + embassy. Locations listed: New Delhi (Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Connaught Place), Kolkata (Kasba), Mumbai, Chennai (Ramee Mall, Teynampet), Bengaluru (J.P. Nagar).

What photo size is required for a South Korea visa?

Size: 35-40mm in width. Background: Bright background.

Which South Korea visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Diplomacy/Official Business Status, Short Term (Non-profit & Stay Visa), Short Term Employment Visa, Long Term Single Entry Visa, Other, Entry types and Checklists published (Chennai/Bengaluru KVAC, 2026). 35 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

Sources

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