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Business Travel Requirements for a Korea - South Visa for Australian Citizens

1. ETA Eligibility

   Travelers attending unpaid business meetings or business conferences may apply for a Business ETA. Please return to our homepage and select "Business Electronic" from our list of travel purposes.

   Travelers engaged in profit-making activities must apply for a traditional business visa. Please follow the instructions below to obtain your business visa

2. Visa Validity

   Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry must be made within the validity date specified on the visa, and the date of exit can be after the expiry date of the visa.

   The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

3. Duration of Stay

   The maximum duration of stay is 90 days.

   The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

4. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
   • Have two blank facing visa pages

5. Photograph(s)

   You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://visasdirect.com.au/photo-service to upload your photo.

    

   Alternatively, you may provide one colour, passport-type photograph that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against an all-white background and printed on high-quality photo paper; be 45mm (h) by 35mm (w); provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

6. Business Introduction Letter

   You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. A colour copy is acceptable. Be certain your letter meets the specific requirements of the consulate by using our Digital Introduction Cover Letter. Visit https://visasdirect.com.au/bcl-order to get started.

   Alternatively, please use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visasdirect.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.

   In addition to what is in the sample, your Business Introduction Letter must include:
   • State the ABN of the Australian company

7. Letter of Invitation

   A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A colour copy is acceptable. This letter must:

   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name of the applicant
   • Specify the purpose of journey
   • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
   • Include an acceptance of financal responsibility for the applicant
   • Be dated and signed by the applicant's host
   • Include the Korean companies registration number either as part of the letter head or in the body of the letter

8. Certificate of Business Registration of Company (ROC)

   The applicant must supply a clear colour copy of the "Certificate of Registration of Business Name" from the company in Korea South.

9. Proof of Employment

   Applicants are required to provide Proof of Employment in the form of:

   • A recent Bank Statement showing the applicants full name, date, and most recent salary deposit showing the employer name OR
   • The most recent payslip from the employer showing the applicants full name, the employer name and date

   Please Note: The bank statement does not have to meet a minimum amount requirement, however it is imperative that it is dated. states the applicants full name and the employer name against the most recent salary deposit.

10. Visa Application Form

    Complete your South Korea visa application form by logging onto https://visasdirect.com.au/formfill-order/korea-form after you have placed your order. This will ensure your documentation is accurately prepared and correctly submitted according to consular guidelines.
    
    Alternatively, the visa application form can be filled in by the applicant. The application form must:

    • Include answers for all fields
    • Display your full name as it appears in your passport
    • Be signed

11. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

12. Multiple Entry Applicants

    Applicants requesting a multiple entry visa must provide an evidence of a previous visa to South Korea. The applicants must:

    • Provide details at question 9.6 of the visa application form
    • Supply a copy of the previous visa and the biodata page of the expired passport in addition to the current passport if it holds the previous visa

13. Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)

    Stay informed and safe by having VisasDirect subscribe you to the Travel Advice Email Alerts of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade. Registration enables you to receive the most up-to-date travel advice regarding safety, security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health. VisasDirect will register the email address provided in the order. To enroll in this optional service, add this option to your order within the order flow. (Note: the Australian Government does not levy a fee for this service).