Tourist visa · Guam to Korea (Republic of)

Short-Term Tourism Visa (C-3-9)

Embassy required

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
4-10 working days depending on embassy location
Fee
USD 40 (single entry up to 90 days), USD 70 (double entry), USD 90 (multiple entry)
Validity
3 months (single entry)
Entry
Single entry

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Required for nationals without visa exemption agreements, including China, India, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nigeria, and most African and some Asian countries

  • Purpose of visit

    Tourism and sightseeing only. No employment or commercial activities permitted.

    Includes
    • Tourism and sightseeing
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover expenses during stay in South Korea

    Minimum funds: USD 3,000

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: One recent passport-sized color photograph (3.5 x 4.5 cm) taken within the last 6 months, white background

  • Bank statement

    Minimum balance: USD 3,000; Months required: 3

  • 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

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter with host's address and contact information; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • 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

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Cash, card at embassy; Amount: USD 40 (single entry)

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Complete the visa application form online at www.visa.go.kr or download and fill out the form

  2. Document gathering

    Gather passport, photo, bank statements, flight itinerary, accommodation proof, and employment letter

  3. Fee payment

    Pay the visa application fee (approximately USD 40 for single entry, varies by nationality)

  4. Appointment booking

    Book an appointment at the nearest Korean embassy, consulate, or visa application center

  5. Document submission

    Submit application and all supporting documents at the embassy/consulate

  6. Processing wait

    Wait 4-10 working days for processing (may vary by location and nationality)

  7. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa sticker from the embassy/consulate or receive by mail

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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