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Do Indian passport holders need a visa for South Korea?

Yes — embassy visa required

How long you can stay

90 days

Under the visa-required

Visa fee

$40

Approximate in USD — check official site for local-currency amount

Processing time

7 days

Typical turnaround — add buffer for peak season

How to apply

Embassy / consulate

overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/wpge/m_3074/contents.do

Requirements

What you’ll need

  • 01Appointment at Korean consulate (Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata)
  • 02Valid passport (6+ months)
  • 03Financial statements
  • 04Flight + hotel bookings
  • 05Employment / study proof
  • 06Recent photo

Notes

Indian passport holders need a short-term tourist visa (C-3) issued by a Korean consulate. Apply 3-4 weeks ahead. Typical fee ~$40. K-ETA does NOT apply to Indian passport holders.

Source of truth

Verify before you book

Official source ↗
Embassy of Korea in India — visa services
Republic of Korea Ministry of Foreign Affairs
https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/wpge/m_3074/contents.do

Last verified April 22, 2026. Visa rules can change — we recommend confirming with the official source within 2 weeks of booking flights.