South Korea visa, handled for you from Surat
South Korea tourist visa (with K-ETA where applicable) for Seoul, Busan and Jeju — a rising East-Asia destination often paired with Japan.
Visa type
Tourist visa / K-ETA
Entry
Single / Multiple
Stay
Up to 90 days
Validity
3 months / up to 5 years
Processing
7–12 working days
Approval rate
94%
South Korea visa — key points at a glance
- ✓Tourist visa / K-ETA for Indian passport holders
- ✓Permitted stay: Up to 90 days
- ✓Entry: Single / Multiple
- ✓Typical processing: 7–12 working days
- ✓Indicative cost from ₹5,900 per applicant
- ✓No embassy visit — applied online, approval by email
- ✓Approx. 94% approval on Explera-filed applications
Overview
South Korea requires a tourist visa for Indian travellers, submitted via the consulate/VFS, and separately a K-ETA travel authorisation when in force. Explera manages both and can plan a Korea–Japan combined itinerary.
Who needs a South Korea visa?
Every Indian traveller to South Korea needs a tourist visa / k-eta obtained before departure. It is applied for entirely online and there is no embassy interview — Explera files it under the correct category and tracks it to approval.
Documents required
Passport
Valid with travel history.
Application & photo
Completed form and photo.
Bank statement & ITR
6 months statements and tax returns.
Itinerary & bookings
Flights, hotels and day plan.
How to apply — step by step
- 1
Prepare
Document pack and itinerary assembled.
- 2
Submit
Application lodged via consulate/VFS + K-ETA if required.
- 3
Decision
Visa in about 7–12 working days.
South Korea visa processing time, explained
Standard processing for a South Korea visa is 7–12 working days once your documents are received.
During peak travel season portals can slow down; we file early and, where the destination offers it, can request express or priority processing at a higher fee.
Explera applies with time to spare and keeps you updated at every stage — you can always reach the visa desk on +91 70963 32299.
Why South Korea visas get refused — and how we prevent it
Most refusals come down to avoidable mistakes. Explera pre-screens every application against each of these before we file:
Incomplete, inconsistent or poorly-scanned documents
Insufficient or unexplained bank balance and unclear funding
Passport valid for less than 6 months or without blank pages
Mismatched traveller details between passport, photo and application
Unconfirmed or unrealistic itinerary, tickets or hotel bookings
Tips for a smooth South Korea visa
- ✓Keep your passport valid at least 6 months beyond your South Korea travel dates, with 2+ blank pages.
- ✓Have a clear return ticket and confirmed accommodation ready — they strengthen even simple applications.
- ✓Apply early: start your South Korea visa at least 10–14 days before departure to absorb any delay.
- ✓Bundle your visa with flights, hotels and insurance through Explera — a complete, consistent file approves faster.
South Korea visa FAQ
South Korea visa — your questions
Visa rules, fees and processing times change frequently and are set by the destination authorities. The information above is indicative for Indian passport holders — Explera confirms the current requirements for your profile before you apply.
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