Short-Term Business Visa (C-3-4)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 4-10 working days
- Fee
- USD 40 (single entry), USD 70 (double entry), USD 90 (multiple entry)
- Validity
- 3 months (single entry)
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Required for nationals of countries without visa exemption agreements who wish to engage in commercial activities
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Purpose of visit
Market research, contract negotiations, attending conferences, seminars, or business meetings. No employment permitted.
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Financial
Must demonstrate financial stability and ability to cover all expenses during stay
Minimum funds: USD 3,000
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: One recent passport-sized color photograph (3.5 x 4.5 cm)
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: USD 3,000; Months required: 3
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Formal invitation letter from the Korean company stating applicant name, passport number, purpose of visit, duration of stay, and which party bears financial expenses
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visa application form; Form url: https://www.visa.go.kr
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card at embassy; Amount: USD 40 (single entry)
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain invitation letter from Korean company, gather passport, employment proof, and financial documents
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Online application
Complete visa application form online or on paper
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Fee payment
Pay visa application fee (approximately USD 40 single entry)
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Document submission
Submit all documents at the Korean embassy/consulate or visa application center
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Processing wait
Processing takes 4-10 working days depending on embassy location
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa sticker