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Student (D-2)

Last verified Aug 15, 2026

Quick answer

To apply for a D-2 student visa, you must submit a completed application form [3], a copy of your passport bio page [6], and other required documents [7][8][9]. The visa fee must be paid in rupees equivalent to US dollars [2].

Key facts

Visa fee paymentPay in rupees equivalent to US dollars[2]

Am I eligible?

Contact the Embassy

  • Phone: +94-11-269-9036-8
  • Operating hours: 9:30 to 12:00, 14:30 to 16:30

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Requirements in detail

Funds in bankPersonal bank statement with balance confirmation

Submit a personal bank account statement for the last 3 months, including an original balance confirmation letter from the bank manager, issued within 14 days. If using parents' account, include parents' letter and ID cards.

Parents' bank statement alternative

If not using personal account, submit parents' bank statement, parents' letter, and ID cards.

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DocumentLanguage proficiency certificate

Submit an official TOPIK score report (Level 3 or higher) for Korean track, or official TOEFL/IELTS/TEPS score for English track.

OtherTuberculosis diagnosis report

Submit a medical report for tuberculosis from a designated hospital, including chest X-ray, sputum examination, and tuberculin-skin test with doctor's letter.

Background checkPolice report from Sri Lanka or Maldives

Submit a police report covering from birth to present, issued by the Sri Lanka Police or Maldives Police.

DocumentCertificate of admission

Submit the original certificate of admission from the university in Korea along with payment receipt.

FeeVisa application fee

Pay the visa fee of USD 60 (paid in Rupees at the embassy exchange rate).

USD 60

Documents you'll need

  • Completely filled out visa application form [3]
  • Copy of biographic data page of the passport [6]
  • Copy of immigration record of Korea and OECD countries (if applicable) [7]
  • Photocopy of both sides of National ID card [8]
  • Photocopy of birth certificate with English translation [9]
  • Applicant's cover letter including purpose and study plan in Korea
  • Letter issued and stamped by Dean from applicant's school (if applicable)
  • Degree certificates and academic transcripts certified from Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Medical report for tuberculosis diagnosis at designated hospitals
  • Police report from date of birth to now from Sri Lanka or Maldives Police
  • Photocopy of certificate of admission with payment receipt from the university in Korea
  • Letter specifying scholastic aptitude and finance capability from the university (if applicable)
  • Proof of language proficiency: TOPIK level 3 or higher (Korean track) or TOEFL/IELTS/TEPS (English track)

This list adjusts automatically based on your nationality and category.

How to apply

  1. 1

    Gather all required documents as listed [3][6][7][8][9].

  2. 2

    Pay the visa fee in rupees equivalent to US dollars [2].

  3. 3

    Submit the application and documents to the embassy.

Frequently asked questions

What are the operating hours of the Korean Embassy in Sri Lanka?

The operating hours are 9:30 to 12:00 and 14:30 to 16:30.

Sources

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    A passport size of photograph taken within the last 6 months 3

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    A Original(Valid) passport(Valid for more than 6 months) and Previous passports 4

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    Applicant's personal bank account statement including a bank manager's balance confirmation letter (ORIGINAL - for last 3 months and issued within 14 days) - If submitting parents' bank account statem

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    Visa Fee : USD 60 [List](./list.do?page=1&srchFr=&srchTo=&srchWord=&srchTp=&multi_itm_seq=0&itm_seq_1=0&itm_seq_2=0&company_cd=&company_nm=) Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Democratic Socialis

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    Visa fee payment in rupees

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    Required documents list

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    Contact information for the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Sri Lanka

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    Social media links for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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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.