Quick answer
The Business Visitor (Sponsored) (C-3-6) visa is for individuals engaging in commercial activities in Korea. You must apply in person at the embassy with the required documents, including a completed application form, passport, photo, and proof of travel arrangements. The visa is single-entry and fees vary by nationality. Processing typically takes 2-3 weeks, and the visa is valid for 3 months from issue date. [1][2][4][5][7][11]
Key facts
Am I eligible?
General Eligibility
- Applicants must have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
- Applicants must complete the visa application form and submit required documents.
- Applicants must not have a history of illegal stay or criminal cases.
- Applicants must provide proof of financial support during stay.
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Requirements in detail
Complete the electronic visa application form on the Visa Portal, print it with barcode, and sign the last page.
One color passport photo, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, taken within the last 6 months, front view against white or off-white background.
Original and one photocopy of passport, valid for at least 6 months.
Fee varies by visa type and duration: single-entry 90 days or less is EUR 36.00; single-entry 91 days or more is EUR 54.00; multiple-entry 91 days or more is EUR 81.00.
If you are a foreigner residing in Lithuania, provide original and photocopy of residence permit card; may need to prove eligible stay of more than 2 years depending on nationality.
Documents you'll need
This list adjusts automatically based on your nationality and category.
How to apply
Frequently asked questions
Can I book my flight and hotel before receiving my visa?
No, applicants are strongly advised not to book flight tickets or hotels until you have a visa.
Is there an expedited visa service available?
No, there is no emergency visa issuance or expedited service available.
How long does it take to process a visa application?
The visa is issued within 2-3 weeks from the date of submission of all documents.
How early can I apply for a visa?
You can apply for a visa no earlier than 3 months before your arrival date.
Will I get a refund if my visa application is rejected?
No, if your visa application is not approved, the visa fee is not refunded.
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One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.
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17) the application should have bar-code at the top right corner of the first page and signed on the last page ➁ one passport photo (photo size 3.5cm x 4.5cm color photograph of face, front view on wh
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※ You should enter Korea in 3 months from the visa issuance date
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[☞](https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/se-en/brd/m_27867/view.do?seq=13&page=1) ☐ NOTE o Visa process will take 2~3 weeks to be completed
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❶ Information on e-applications 43 ❷ Information on Immigration Agency Services 43 ❸ Submitting an application via FAX 44 ❹ Booking a visit to an immigration office 44 ❺ Guide to the e-Visa System 45
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B-1 (Visa Exempted) Nationals from countries that have signed a visa waiver agreement with the Republic of Korea Maximum 3 months (NOT Extendable) B-2 (Tourist·Transit) Persons entering Korea without
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(Designated by the Minister of Justice) Type C : Persons entering Korea for temporary stay within 90 days C-1 (Short-Term News Coverage) Persons visiting Korea for temporary news coverage or reporting
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C-4 (Short-Term Employee) Persons visiting Korea for a short-term period to engage in employment/profit-making activities Type D : Persons staying for educational, cultural, and investment-related act
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2 years (Extendable) D-5 (Long-Term News Coverage) Persons engaging in news coverage or reporting activities while residing in Korea 2 years (Extendable) D-6 (Religion) Persons who are dispatched from
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to engage in religious activities in Korea 2 years (Extendable) D-7 (Intra-Company Transferee) Essential workers who are dispatched from foreign companies to domestic branches in Korea, etc
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3 years (Extendable) D-8 (Corporate Investor) Essential professional workers of foreign-invested companies under the Foreign Investment Promotion Act and founders of venture companies 5 years (Extenda
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2 years (Extendable) D-10 (Job Seeker) Persons engaging in job-seeking activities for employment, preparing a start-up, or doing internship in high-tech field at a company meeting the relevant require
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2 years (Extendable) E-3 (Research) Researchers in the field of natural science or high technology industry 5 years (Extendable) E-4 (Technical Instructor) Persons who possess technological knowledge
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5 years (Extendable) E-5 (Professional) Persons working in a professional field such as law, accounting, or medicine 5 years (Extendable) E-6 (Arts and Performances) Persons engaging in artistic activ
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for the purpose of making a profit 2 years (Extendable) E-7 (Special Occupation) Persons working as a professional, semi-professional, or skilled worker in a specific field 3 years (Extendable) --- pa
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Visa 0verview E-8 (Seasonal Work) Persons working in the field of cultivation, the harvesting of crops, or the processing of aquatic products 5 months (NOT Extendable) E-9 (Non-Professional) Persons e
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under a seafarer employment contract 3 years (Extendable) H-2 (Work and Visit) Persons aged 18 or older as overseas Koreans with one of the 7 nationalities who wish to visit or work in Korea (46 occup
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2 years (Work Not Permitted) F-2 (Resident) Long-term residents, persons recognized as refugees, or investors meeting certain requirements, and whose livelihood is based in Korea 5 years (Partial Rest
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1 year (Extendable) --- page 8 --- Customized Stay Guide for Foreign Residents PART 02 VISA NAVIGATOR --- page 9 --- 9PART 02
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Student, General Trainee (D-2, D-4) ❶ Student·Trainee Visa Types Status of Stay Eligibility Status of Stay Eligibility D-2 (Student) International students pursuing associates, bachelor's, master's, d
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Type 1 International students acquiring Permanent Resident Status after gaining employment Student·Trainee D-2, D-4 Professional E-1 ~ E-7 Resident F-2 Permanent Resident F-5 Point system foreign tale
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- (F-5, Bachelor's/Master's degree or Certificate Holder) Holder of a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field or a technical license holder who has stayed in Korea for more than 3 years and w
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- (F-5, Point-based Permanent Resident) Those who have stayed in Korea for more than 3 years as a point-based Resident (F-2) status * In the case of general permanent residents, holders of bachelor'
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Customized Stay Guide for Foreign Residents Type 2 Obtaining Job-Seeker Status after Graduation Student·Trainee D-2, D-4 Job Seeker D-10 Step 1 (Student·Trainee → Job Seeker) - (D-10, General Job-See
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Customized Stay Guide for Foreign Residents ❸ Scope of Employment ● Employment and for-profit activities by international students are prohibited in principle but are allowed only when permission is
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* Permission is restricted if the type of business is listed as manufacturing or construction on the certificate of business registration, but exceptions can be made for those possessing TOPIK level
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※ Nationals from countries with high rates of overstaying or from countries under intensive management must apply for a visa at a diplomatic mission abroad, but other nationals (General) are allowed t
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Customized Stay Guide for Foreign Residents Step 1 (Intra-company Transferee·Investment·Trade → Resident) - (F-2, Point-based Foreign Talent) Employees of listed corporations, employees in promising
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* Basic quality requirements are met after completing the Social Integration Program (KIIP, Korea Immigration and Integration Program) level 4 or higher or when obtaining at least 81 points in pre-as
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Customized Stay Guide for Foreign Residents Step 1 (Enrolled students or graduates from qualified overseas universities → High-Tech Internship) - (D-10, High-Tech Internship) Enrolled students pursu
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2022-36 of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy in accordance with Article 5 of the Industrial Development Act Step 2 (High Tech Internship → Professional or Tech Start-up) - (E-7, Professional)
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on High-tech Internship (D-10) status and who get a formal job in the field of the internship with an income of at least GNI per capita of the previous year, requirements of education and work experie
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※ Internships are not allowed in principle for those who have Tech Start-up (D-10) status and employment experience under professional (E-1 to E-7) occupations or who have been permitted to change sta
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- Visa issuance will be taken about 2 weeks from the application date that the required documents are submitted perfectly
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o 1 Color passport photo - Do not print by yourself, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, taken within the last 6 months - front view against white or off-white background) - If you uploaded your photo in the e-Form, you do
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o Original and 1 photocopy of Passport (should be valid at least 6 months) o Visa application fees are as follows : Please find the attached file for an exceptional country fee
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· (from 1 OCTOBER 2024) 1 USD = 0.90 EUR · Single-entry visa for 90 days or less of staying : (from 1 JULY 2023) 36.00 EUR · Single-entry visa for 91 days or more of staying : (from 1 JULY 2023) 54.00
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[NOTE] o Generally a Single Entry Visa is valid for 3 months
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You can apply for a visa earliest 3 months prior to the day of your entry
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Eligibility for Business Visitor General (C-3-4) visa
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This page reflects South Korea's officially published requirements as of the dates above. It is not legal advice, and final approval is solely at the discretion of South Korea's immigration authorities. For a case-specific compliance check against your own documents, try VisaBook free.