Updates:
From Feb 1 2024 to Dec 31 2024, visa applicants who meet the following conditions are exempted in submitting Bank Statement, Bank Certificate, and ITR; replaced with additional document/s depending on condition:
Applicant and Immediate Family Members of Elected Politicians
Members of the Senate, Members of the Congress, Governors, Provincial Board Members, and Mayors
Need to attach additional document: Original Identification Documents (Certificate of Employment/Appointment)
Applicant and Immediate Family Members of Government Officials
rank higher or equal to Assistant Secretary of the Executive Branch of the Philippine Government, and Brigadier General of the Armed Forces of the Philippines/Philippine National Police; excluding those in acting duties
Need to attach additional document: Original Certificate of Employment
Applicant and Immediate Family Members of Professional License Holders
valid PRC license / IBP ID holder (physician, dentist, lawyer, judge, prosecutor, certified public accountant, pharmacist, and veterinarian
Need to attach additional document: Original Certificate of Employment and Photocopy of PRC/IBP ID
Applicant and Immediate Family Members of BDO Gold or Elite Credit Card Holders
excluding Supplementary Credit Card Holders
Need to attach additional document: Original Certificate of Employment, Photocopy of front part of Credit Card, Photocopy of latest 3 months Credit Card Monthly Billing Statements
Quick Facts:
Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday (except holidays) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturdays: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NN
Processing Period:
Minimum 7 - 15 working days
Processing period may be extended beyond 15 working days and a daily visa application limit may be set depending on the volume of visa applications received.
Please allocate up to one month for visa processing time.
Visa Fee:
PHP 1,900
Non-Filipino Citizen: additional fees may apply
Document Requirements All applicants are required to submit the following documents:
Must be signed
Valid for at least 6 months prior to departure
Must contain at least 2 empty pages
Remove the passport case before submitting to our office
2. Photo (35mm x 45mm) Two (2) pieces
Should be studio quality colored photo with white background
Must not be damaged or stained
Facing forward, and non-smiling
We already made this PDF file fillable for your convenience :) Form Download
Unsure how to fill up? Check our Fill-Up form Guide/Sample
Must be printed on A4 size paper.
Must be type-written and hand-signed.
If the applicant is minor (under 18 years old), originally signed by both parents/guardians.
Do not leave blanks. Put "N/A" if no answer or not applicable.
Make sure that all contact details are active. Embassy may call these numbers for clarifications.
For Page 1, Status of Stay:
C-3-9 Tourist
C-3-1 Tourist w/ Invitation from Korea
4. Photocopy of Passport Bio-Page
5. Original Old Passport
Only if with previous visa within the last 5 years
6. Original PSA Birth Certificate
7. Original PSA Marriage Certificate, if married.
8. Additional Documents as required for your specific category... See Below.
FOR EMPLOYEES
8. Original Certificate of Employment
Letter from employer stating duties, salary, and complete company details
Originally signed by the employer
If digitally signed, kindly attach an explanation letter
9. Original Bank Certificate
Must be addressed to the Korean Embassy or "for visa application" indicated
With Average Daily Balance (ADB) indicated
10. Original or Certified True Copy of Bank Statement
Issued within the last 3 months
Same account number with the bank certificate issued
11. Latest Income Tax Return or Form 2316/1701
Must have signature of applicant and received stamp from BIR
If No ITR, submit an Original Affidavit of Non-Filing of ITR
12. Photocopy of PRC Card or IBP Card, if applicable
FOR SELF-EMPLOYED/BUSINESSMEN
FOR STUDENTS
FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
FOR INVITEES
FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS
Where To Submit?
Visa Receiving Office
International Journeys Visa Office
Z Square Mall, 886 Banawe Street, Quezon City, Philippines
Contact Numbers:
Visa Officer - Vanessa: 0938 128 5464
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How much is the Korea Visa processing fee?
PHP 1,900
(PHP 900 Visa Center Fee, + Php 1000 Service Fee)
How do I pay for my visa application?
Pay in our office or deposit to any of the following:
Account Name: International Journeys Inc. BDO: 00353-022-7417 Security Bank: 0686-0288-09001
Send copy of deposit slip to visa@ijourneys.com.ph for us to verify your payment.
How do I claim my passport?
You can pick-up your passport in our office or have it sent back via courier or any real-time delivery service. Check with our Visa Officer if your passport is ready for pick-up.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What if I lost my old passport?
If you lost your passport and you cannot submit a photocopy of arrival stamps, you may write a Letter of Explanation addressed to the consul stating the reason why you cannot submit the old passport.
Address all letters to: Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines
122 Upper McKinley Rd, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
I don’t have an ITR, I haven’t visited any OECD countries?
You can submit a Notarized Affidavit of Non-Filing of ITR or Income Tax Return.
How much money should I have in my bank?
There is no official answer regarding this. Simply speaking you need to have more than enough money to pay for your trip. We generally recommend having at least PHP 60,000 in your bank if you are traveling for 5 days to South Korea. Your ITR and Bank Statements should be able to support this amount in your bank.
How do I submit my application?
Submit personally or send it via courier.
How soon should I apply for South Korea visa?
Single-entry visa is valid only 3 months from the date of issue. We encourage you to apply within 3 months before your trip.
Can I appeal if my visa is denied?
The Korean Embassy does not accept appeal for refused visa.
When can I re-apply if my visa is denied?
You may re-apply after 3 months from the date of denial.
Can I use digitally signed documents?
This is on a case-to-case basis. We had situations where a digital signature was accepted and there are instances where it was returned. For simplicity, please make sure all documents to be submitted are hand-signed.
Important reminders before you submit your application
Attach a letter of explanation for documents that cannot be submitted
Apply for visa prior to purchasing your airline tickets and travel services since visa issuance is subject for approval of the consul in charge.
Applying through a designated travel agent does not guarantee the issuance of visa.
Inform your HR Officer/Contractor/Bank that someone will call or email from the Korean Embassy to validate the documents you provided.
Downloadable Forms
Useful Links
Korean Embassy in the Philippines Official Announcements
International Journeys summarized the above Korean visa application guide and no part may be copied or reproduced without prior written consent.
Visa Conditions:
Visa approval is not guaranteed and is still under the final discretion of the consul.
Processing time indicated is based on average application time. It is not guaranteed and may be delayed if additional documents are required by the embassy.
Do not purchase your tickets before your visas are issued and approved. International Journeys will not be liable for any unused travel products in the case of visa denial or if the release of visa has been delayed.
International Journeys will not accept visa application with departure date scheduled within 3 weeks from the date of submission.
Any request for early release and pulling out/cancellation of application is not permitted once the documents are submitted to the Korean Embassy.