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Samples of cover letters for a Korean tourist Visa

When applying for a Korean tourist Visa, your cover letter is an opportunity for you to show your recipient why you qualify. The best format for writing a cover letter is:

I would like to apply for a Schengen visa upon my intention to travel to there from TRIP-START-DATE to TRIP-END-DATE with maximum duration of my stay in Austria (AUSTRIA-ARRIVE-DATE to AUSTRIA-DEPARTURE-DATE>). I will be accompanied by a friend (<FRIEND-NAME>) who has applied to the Embassy of Austria in <PLACE-NAME> and will be travelling from <STATE>, <COUNTRY>.

I am employed at <COMPANY-NAME> in <STATE>, India since <JOINING-STATE>, currently holding the position of <JOB-TITLE>. My employer has already approved my vacation from work for the duration of this trip.

· Visa application form, duly dated and signed with attached passport-size pictures

· Confirmed Hotel bookings

· Bank statements and Payslips as proof of my income

<DATE3> – Travel to <DESTINATION3> via bus and check into Airbnb [ Booking Id: XXXXXXX ]

<PHONE NUMBER>”

For additional information please find attached receipts of our engagement and wedding ring, air tickets, pictures and some letters he sent, etc.

May I refer you also to the following persons for your perusal and verification for the information I gave.

(Here you have to give at least 2 references.)

I am hoping for your generous and kind hearted assessment to my application.

Mary Gavilan”

“EMBASSY OF (Country you’re visiting)

<Address of the Consulate>

I, <Your full legal name> would like to apply for a tourist visa to spend a vacation in <name of the country> from <date of arrival> to <date of departure.>

My main purpose for travel is tourism, to see the beautiful sights of <name of the country>, particularly <name of tourist attractions.> I’m also looking forward to experiencing the culture, tasting the cuisine, and meeting locals to experience everything the country has to offer.

During my trip, my <your relationship with the sponsor> <full name of the sponsor,> who works as <job title of the sponsor> at <place of employment> will sponsor my trip. He/she will cover my accommodations, food expenses, and plane tickets.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you require any further information. I may not be available at all times due to my working schedule or I might be engaged in a mission, but you may still try to reach me at the following:

Sincerely,”

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A Freelancer’s Sample Letter for Visa Application

Freelancers like me dread applying for visa. We often think that we won’t get approved because we can’t provide some requirements like ITR, Company ID, and Certificate of Employment. I tried my luck and wrote a letter to the Korean Embassy explaining why I can’t provide the requirements.

Here’s a sample letter for Korean Embassy:

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines 122 Upper McKinley Road, McKinley Town Center Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City 1630

Dear Sir/Madam,

My name is Karla _____ and I am requesting a tourist visa to South Korea. I plan to travel to South Korea this July 2019.  I lived in Seoul for two years as a missionary. To be specific, I was a part of the English Ministry of _____. I taught the church members on how to speak English. This time, I plan to go back to South Korea as a tourist. I want to visit and promote some tourist destinations and Korean drama filming locations.

Part of the tourist visa application is to show an Income Tax Return (ITR), which unfortunately I do not possess. Hence, I am writing this letter. The reason I do not have an ITR is because I am a freelance travel blogger (www.travelwithkarla.com) and an English Proficiency Guide at _______. I travel to different places and write about them. Moreover, I also conduct online lectures on how to pass the IELTS and TOEFL exams.

I can give you an assurance that my finances right now are enough to cover my 5 days trip in South Korea. I was able to prepare an enough amount for my 5 days trip. Please see my bank certificate for reference. I am very positive that this amount is good enough for my trip.

In addition, I also attached an invitation letter from _____, the Director of Korean Cultural Center & Counsellor for Culture and Public Relations of the Korean Embassy. I was invited to be a part of the Honorary Reporters of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea. I believe that this trip will really help me in raising awareness of Korea in the Philippines. My 100,000 followers across social media accounts are excited to follow my adventures in Korea. I’m going to make a lot of travel guides after this trip.

I am really hoping that you would grant my request for a tourist visa. Hoping for your kind consideration.

Sincerely, Karla __________ Applicant

Here’s a sample letter for Japanese Embassy:

Embassy of Japan in the Philippines 2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, 1300

My name is Raymond _______ and I am requesting a tourist visa to Japan. I plan to travel to Osaka this May 2019.  I am seriously excited to see the beautiful sights of the city and move my childhood dream into reality. I was exposed to different anime all created in Japan since I was a kid. This exposure to anime is pushing me to visit your wonderful country.

Part of the tourist visa application is to show an Income Tax Return (ITR), which unfortunately I do not possess. Hence, I am writing this letter. The reason I do not have an ITR is because I am a freelance Physical Therapist and a board review Educator. I conduct lectures in review centers for local and US PT board examinations. I also treat patients with disability at their own houses.

I can give you an assurance that my finances right now are enough to cover my 5 days trip in Osaka. I was able to prepare an enough amount for my 5 days trip. Please see my bank certificate for reference. I am very positive that this amount is good enough for my trip.

I have traveled to the United States of America twice already as a tourist visa holder. My first one was last January 2017 in Hawaii and the second one was just last January 2019 in Philadelphia, PA. Please check my passport for reference. It has been my life goal to visit different countries and that includes the wonderful Japan.

Sincerely, Raymond ______ Applicant

I and my friend Raymond got our visas approved using the letter above. I hope you can also get yours approved using those guide. If you have any questions, leave a comment below.

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I’m curious if multiple visa can be granted if unable to provide ITR and give a letter of explanation… would you know? ? I applied for my 2nd Japan visa last year but around that time I was working remotely already so I asked for sponsorship from my sister. I was not given multiple visa (despite being approved prior with a japan visa) ?

YAY! This would be helpful for me for my application after lockdown. Badly want to travel to Korea for a long time now. I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR YEARS *fingers crossed

this is a good share. Currently, we have an increasing freelancers and digital nomads, and having an ITR is not priority, however, is noteworthy on the letter. I am sure that this article would have helped lots of pinoy travellers to experience South Korea and Japan.

This is so helpful since I also dont have ITR. Papano pag dependent ka ng parent? Pero me ipon ka din as freelancer?

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Thanks for sharing your reassuring tips for those who might be worrying about securing a SoKor visa. It would be a shame if they didn’t try simply because they thought they didn’t have the proper docs.

This is great, Karla! Perfect for freelancers and those who works online.

Thank you this is very helpful to use as a guide in makinh our own letters. There are a lot of requirement when applying for visas and sometimes they’re just impossible to get. This means, there’s still a chance tho!!

Thanks for sharing this letter (ma copy nga hehe) I remember ung nag tourist visa din ako sa singapore though complete requirements naman ako pero grabe yung embassy natin talagang last 10 seconds bago kami pinalabas sa embassy office.

this post is helpful for all the freelancers. congrats on the visa and enjoy your SK trip this July! lapit na!

Thank you for this. Will keep this in mind when we decide to travel to South Korea.

Great help for all the freelancers out there who really wants to travel. You provided pa sample letters. Nice!

So generous of you to share these sample letters! These are such a great aid and guide.

Wow.. Pwede pala to.. Thanks for sharing this.. Sobrang informative and helpful nito..

Wow! What a relief! I am really worried about my upcoming visa application and I have been thinking about it for 6 months now! I am really problematic if I will be approved or not. But with your blog, I am positive that I have a chance to be approved. Me and my boyfriend are planning to visit Korea together this September. I have been to Korea last year as a tourist too but I was employed during that time. And we also purchased the ticket when we are still employed. We did not expect that there’s some issue on our company before and we decided to resign and be an online freelancer. So imagine the pain of thinking that we will be denied? Haha but thanks to you Ms. Karla! Can I ask you something? What did you put on your visa application form? Did you choose “others” then wrote freelancer? What about the contact details of the company? My online client can’t give me a contact details because we only communicate via email. I am looking forward for your answer! You are a big help Ms. Karla! Godbless.

Yup, checked “others”, then I wrote freelancer. For contact number, I just used mine. Good luck on your application. 🙂

Thank you so much Ms. Karla. One last question, my client is based in UK. Shall I put the company name and the UK address too? But I will put my contact number instead, do you think that will be a problem? What did you put on your application Ms. Karla on the co. name and address? I’m sorry, I have a lot of questions.haha. Thank you so much for your reply!

This will be a great help to get every applicant’s visa approved. I can refer to this if I wish to travel to SoKor someday.

Hi Ms. Karla! Did you attached proof of income when tou applied? I am an online freelancer too and I will apply a tourist visa next month. Thanks!

Hi Mindy, I just submitted my bank statement and bank certificate.

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How to Fill Out a South Korea Visa Application Form [Step by Step Guide]

One of the requirements in getting a visa is an application form; it may be done electronically, in writing through paper or online submission. Getting things rights in the is the first step in getting your visa approved, the information here should be the same as your submitted documents.

In case you are going to the land of KPop and KDramas, here’s How to Fill up a South Korea Visa Application Form .

The South Korea Visa Application form has a new version deleting the “Details of Visa Issuance Confirmation” section on the second page. You can get a copy of the latest form at the SK Embassy’s website or through here. Ready your information, and let’s do this together!

ADVISORY: As per Embassy of South Korea, starting August 23, 2022 , visa processing is 25-30 working days.  

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South Korea Visa Application Form

First, you will need to download the form. It’s better to do this electronically and not in writing as you can edit it immediately. It would help if you also wrote as neatly as possible in case you want to write. However, there’s a PDF and Document available, and I highly recommend this. Click the link to download the form. Print it at an A4 sized paper.

• Word Document
• Hangul File
• Please Fill in Block Letters or Capital Letters, make sure the CAPS LOCK is on so that’s easier
• Prepare your Check symbol or simply copy it from the form
• In case you have blank answers, write N/A (Not Applicable)
• As per the examples below, I just used another color so that you will know what to fill up, but make sure you use black pen/ink
• Information provided here is not 100% true as this is just an example; however, you must provide factual information on your application

1. Personal Details

On the first page, ready your passport (s) for the information asked.

• Full name in English or the characters of your passport, in case you have a Middle name, you can skip writing it as Koreans usually don’t have one
• Chinese Name or Chinese Characters of your English Name
• Your gender
• Birthdate using the format given – Year, Month, Day in numbers
• Nationality
• Country of Birth
• National Identity No. – these are mostly for citizens of countries who each have an identity number, for Filipinos as we don’t have one you can put “N/A.”
• In case you have other names used in your previous application or visit to South Korea, enter it, if none, just plainly check “No” and write “N/A.”
• If you are a dual citizen, answer the question “yes” and list the country you are a citizen of, if not check “No” and write “N/A.”

2. Details of Visa Application

This is the newest part of the Visa Application Form. Make sure they are in line with your purpose of visit.

• Period of Stay – you will need to choose if it’s long-term or short-term
• Status of Stay – there are many categories you could choose, here are common ones:

Short Term:

• C-2 Short-term Business
• C-3-9 Tourist
• C-3-1 Short-term (General)
• C-3-3 Medical Tourist
• C-3-4 Business Visitor (General)
• F-1 Visiting or Joining Family
• F-2 Resident
• F-6 Marriage to Korean Citizen

That’s it for page one, don’t write anything under “For Official Use Only.”

3. Passport Information

Let’s go now to the second page, ready your passport again.

• Passport Type – check which category is applicable, we usually have the Regular one
• Passport Number – found in the bio-page
• Issuing Country
• Where the passport is issued
• Issuance Date – you can use the format in your passport
• Expiry date
• If you have another passport, write the information asked

4. Contact Information

• Home Country address or your permanent address
• In case you are currently living in another place that’s’ different from your home address then type it – you can place N/A if it’s the same
• Your functioning cellphone number
• Telephone number
• E-mail address
• Emergency Contact Information

5. Marital Status

• In case you are single or divorced, check the category and type N/A
• Your Civil Status
• Information about your partner
• If you both have children, you answer this question – this pertains to humans, and I would like to answer 6 if cats were included (haha)

6. Education

• The highest degree you have – if you are up to college, then its Bachelor’s Degree, should you be up to elementary – then check other and write Elementary Graduate or up to Grade 10, etc.
• Name of the school – this one is related to the 6.1 question, so basically where you graduated or attended school last
• Address of the school indicated in 6.2 – in city, province, country format

7. Employment

• Choose which category suits you best – if you are a government employee, it’s under civil servant, businessmen are entrepreneurs, freelancers, or digital nomads can consider themselves self-employed.
• Details of employment – Make sure the details here are the same as the papers you are going to submit – Certificate of Employment, Business Permit, School Certificate, etc.

8. Details of Visit

This is one of the most crucial parts of your application

• Purpose of Visit – if you are there for tourism, check tourism, however, if you got invited by a friend it’s better to use visiting family/relatives/friends especially if you are staying in their place rather than hotels. Be careful here as this is one of the most common reasons in getting denied for a South Korea Tourist Visa .
• How many days you will be staying in Korea – your budget must be enough for your stay
• Planned date of entry
• Where you are staying in Korea
• Contact number in Korea – you can use the hotel’s number
• Previous travels to South Korea in the last 5 years
• Previous travels to other countries in the previous 5 years – you can refer to your passport
• Family member – spouse, parents, siblings, or children that are currently in South Korea
• Family member – spouse, parents, siblings, or children that are traveling with you to South Korea – this does not include friends, you must have the same details of visit in the application

9. Details of Invitation

• In case you are invited to Korea by a friend, relative, or family or a company, then you must state their information.

10. Funding Details

• Estimated travel costs, it’s usually days of stay x USD 100
• The one who will pay for your expenses – if you are paying for yourself, then you can put “Myself,” in case another person will then you have to provide their information. You’ll need a guarantee letter also and the financial documents of the person, especially if you are unemployed or don’t have enough funds.

11. Assistance with the form

You can leave this blank as the travel agent who will assess your documents and pass this for you will put in their details here.

12. Declaration

Read the notice before signing the declaration. Make sure to double-check your answers.

There you go! Now you know how to fill up a South Korea Visa Application Form . Check out our other South Korea Visa articles to help you with your application as well as your trip to South Korea. Good luck!

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Hey, I’m Lyza! I once was a person who just imagined going to places “one day” but decided to pursue my dreams. My first travel abroad was in Japan, solo, last 2018, and fell in love with the journey since. I’m aiming to visit 10 countries before turning 30 and 2 new places in the Philippines every year. Besides traveling, I love organizing trips, photography, reading, and making new friends. Follow my adventures through my  Instagram .

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What to put in employment details if you are a freelancer?

Thank you so much 🙂

Hello, I am a student and planning to pay for the visit myself. I do a part-time job. Do I need to show my part-time job certificate along with my school certificate?

Thank you for this guideline. I followed it and got my visa approved today. God speed.

Your welcome po, enjoy SK!

Hi po regrding po sa funding details, may show money po ba or may kelangan pa pong personal bank acc. At certificate na ipasa? And magkano po?

Is Flight ticket one of the requirement during Visa Application?

Hi Lyza! I just want to ask question regarding “Details of Visit” in the application form. I intended to stay in Busan and Seoul. Do i also have to give both hotel addresses on the application form or just the first one.

Thank you for your help!!!

Hi Lyza, are widows considered single for the marital status? I’m not quite sure what to put on my mother’s application. Thank you for this post. It was very informative

Thank you for this sample! 😄😄 Super helpful!

Hey ! Lyza,😃 Thanks for giving such kind of some idea! I am Planning to go there South Korea easily, I learn from your about.

HI LYZA, YOUR ARTICLE IS VERY INFORMATIVE. ANYWAY, IN REGARD TO 8.4 I DON’T HAVE AN ADDRESS IN KOREA AS HAVEN’T BOUGHT YET MY TICKET AND BOOKED A HOTEL, I HAVE ALSO BEEN TO OTHER COUNTRIES BEFORE, BUT IT WAS 6 YEARS AGO AND I JUST RENEWED MY PASSPORT, SO IT WILL APPEAR THAT I SEEMED TO BE A FIRST-TIME TRAVELER THAT MIGHT AFFECT MY APPLICATION.

You’ll need to book a hotel, you can try checking hotels here: List of the Best Luxury Hotels in South Korea or book one with free cancellation

Hi Lyza, i have read your article regarding SK visa. May i ask, how many days/weeks someone has to apply for travel visa before the travel date? We are planning to travel next year ( feb 2021) and my passort will expire on sept 2021. I am worried about the passport. Thank you in advance

Application was 7 days before but there were months it took 30 days, so it’s better to do it a month before. I also suggest you renew your passport now.

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Cover Letter for Schengen Visa Application

Maximized Schengen visa success with effective cover letter, free sample and expert tips.

If you are in the process of applying for a Schengen Visa , you may have noticed that are asked to submit a Cover Letter.

The Cover Letter for Schengen Visa applications is an important requirement, and knowing how to properly write one could affect the outcome of the visa application.

What is a Cover Letter for Schengen Visa Application?

The Cover Letter for a Schengen Visa is a necessary part of your visa application because it is a way to introduce yourself, the reason why you want to travel to that specific country, as well as to communicate with the visa officers who are handling your application.

Please note that the Cover Letter should be addressed to the Embassy or Consulate of the country you will visit, even if you are applying through a visa application center, such as VFS Global.

In the Cover Letter for a Schengen Visa, you have to convince the Consular staff that you are suitable to receive a visa for the country you intend to visit.

What Information to Include in a Cover Letter for Schengen Visa Application?

When you write a Cover Letter for your Schengen Visa application, you have to include details of your entire trip including:

• The reason why you want to visit a Schengen country .
• The dates when you intend to enter and depart.
• A planned itinerary of your activities in the Schengen Area.
• Where you will stay once you enter the Schengen area.
• All the countries you intend to visit.
• The status of your employment.
• If you were unable to submit any of the required documents, give an explanation of why that is.

Sample Cover Letters for Schengen Visa

Below, you will find a sample Cover Letter for a Schengen Tourist or Visit Visa, a Schengen Business Visa ,  as well as for a Schengen Medical Treatment Visa which will give you an idea of what to include on your own Visa Cover Letter.

Sample Cover Letter for Tourist Schengen Visa

Netherlands Embassy in New Delhi

6/50 F, Shantipath

Chanakyapuri

New Delhi – 110021

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing this letter to apply for a Schengen visa to visit the Netherlands from the dates May 20 to June 10, 2019. I am traveling alone and the main reason why I want to visit the Netherlands is tourism.

I would like to visit the popular tourist attractions in the Netherlands, such as the Van Gogh Museum, the house of Anne Frank, as well as the Keukenhof gardens to see the Netherlands’ most popular flower – the tulip.

During my stay, I also want to visit Germany from May 29 to June 5 to visit my sister who lives in Dusseldorf, where I will stay at her house. Then, I will return to the Netherlands, where I will explore the Hague before I leave the country.

I am employed at the [name of company/organization] where I have the position of [job position]. I have worked here for X years, and I have an annual salary of XX. My employer has given me a No Objection Certificate for my trip, which you will find enclosed.

I intend to finance my own trip, and I have also enclosed proof I have the necessary financial means to cover my stay.

Below you can see a planned itinerary of my activities :

Supporting visa application documents I have enclosed with this letter:

• The completed Schengen Visa Application Form
• My passport
• My flight and train ticket reservations
• Schengen Visa Travel Health Insurance
• Hotel reservation receipts (Amsterdam and Hague)
• Letter of Invitation from my sister in Dusseldorf
• No Objection Certificate from my employer
• My Bank Statements from the last six months

I hope you find that the details I have provided in this letter are adequate for a favorable reply to my application. Thank you for your time, and do not hesitate to contact me should you need further information.

Best regards,

Alan Shilmani

[Full address in India]

Sample Cover Letter for Business Schengen Visa

If you are applying for a Schengen Business Visa, it is your employer who has to write the Cover Letter on your behalf. It must be written on the company’s letterhead.

March 20, 2019

New Delhi, India

I am writing this letter to request a Schengen Business Visa on behalf of [applicant’s full name] with the passport number XXXX.

Through this letter, I would like to confirm that [applicant’s full name] is employed at our company [company’s name] where he works as [job title or position]. [The applicant] has been working in our company for [X number of years], and needs to travel to the Netherlands to visit our partner company [partner company’s name] during the dates April 20 to April 30, 2019.

During his visit at [partner company’s name] in the Netherlands, [the applicant] will be engaged in the following duties:

• Attending meetings
• Negotiating a deal between the companies regarding [XYZ]
• Giving a presentation
• (Any other tasks that you will have to do during your trip)

[The applicant] will stay at the [hotel name/other accommodation], and the expenses will be covered by our company (if applicable).

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any additional questions.

Thank you for your time,

[Name of employer/supervisor along with siganture]

[Position or job title of employer/supervisor]

[Email address of employer/supervisor]

[Phone number of employer/supervisor]

Sample Cover Letter for Medical Treatment Visa

If you are traveling to a Schengen country to receive medical treatment, your doctor has to write the Cover Letter on your behalf. The Cover Letter for a Schengen Medical Treatment Visa has to include the following information:

• Your detailed diagnosis
• Your medical history
• The nature and duration of the proposed treatment you will receive in the Schengen country

I am writing this letter to request a Schengen Medical Treatment Visa on behalf of my patient [applicant’s full name] with the passport number XXXX.

[Applicant’s name] is diagnosed with [XYZ] and needs to receive [XYZ] treatment at the [medical facility name] in the Netherlands.

[Detailed diagnosis]

[Medical history]

[The nature and duration of the proposed treatment you will receive in the Schengen country]

I hope you consider the information I have enclosed in this letter to be satisfactory for my patient’s Schengen Visa application.

Should you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your time.

[Name of the doctor along with siganture]

Where should I submit the Cover Letter for Schengen Visa?

Depending on what country you are applying from, you can submit the Schengen Visa application at:

• An Embassy or Consulate of the Schengen country you are visiting.
• The Embassy/Consulate of another Schengen country, in case the country you want to visit has no diplomatic representation in your place of residence.
• A visa application agency, to which the Embassy or Consulate of the Schengen country you are visiting has outsourced visa applications to.

Keep in mind that if you’re going to visit multiple countries, submit the application at the Embassy/Consulate of the country you will visit first.

What other documents should I submit along with the Cover Letter for Schengen Visa?

When you submit your application for a Schengen Visa, along with the Cover Letter, you have to submit several other supporting documents , such as:

• Your passport, which must be valid for at least another six months
• Passport-size pictures, in line with Schengen visa photo requirements
• Your flight itinerary or reservations
• Proof of accommodation in a Schengen country
• No Objection Certificate from your employer/school
• Letter of Invitation from a relative or company in the Schengen country you are visiting, depending on the purpose of travel
• Proof of paid Schengen Visa Fees
• Your Bank Statements from the last six months

Read more: How to write a cover letter for Germany Student Visa Application?

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! Starting 12/21/2020 all applicants must  pre-book an appointment online (Consul 24 ☜click)  before they can come in to drop off the application packet in person.

!! Online reservation (DC, VA, MD, WV residents only)  Please select “Embassy of Korea in the US” for the selection of the jurisdiction location for your consular service needs.

!!! Appointments can be booked at the following time slots: 9AM-12PM  or   3PM-5PM

(Visa applicants are strongly encouraged to book between 9AM-12PM. Afternoon appointments may cause further delays in visa processing.)

     □ General Visa Information

   Welcome to the Visa Service Section of Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the USA.

  **   On November 17, 2008, the Republic of Korea joined the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). As a result, on reciprocity, U.S. citizens can visit the Republic of Korea without a visa for duration of up to 90 days or less if the purpose of the trip is for tourism, business meeting, attendance at a conference or visiting families or relatives. (Extension of stay is not permitted) 

   A U.S. citizen, who is not qualified with VWP or not eligible to enter to Korea without a visa, is kindly requested to apply for an appropriate entry visa.

   A U.S. citizen, who wishes to work, or to engage in profit making activities, is kindly requested to apply for an appropriate entry visa.

   For U.S. citizens(only who was Korean or either of your parents/gradparents was Korean), a five year valid multiple entry F-4 Visa is issued. This visa holder can stay up to 2years each time he/she visits the Republic of Korea until their visas expire.

If you are not a resident of one of the states(Virginia, Maryland, District of Columbia, West Virginia), please contact directly other Jurisdiction Korean Consular Office in your area.

 For list of the Countries Under Visa Exemption Agreements, more detailed information, visit

http://www.immigration.go.kr/immigration_eng/index.do

www.visa.go.kr/openPage.do?MENU_ID=10102

** Do not require a visa but must apply for K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization). 

  Please refer to the K-ETA ->  www.k-eta.go.kr

 □ Important Notice: 

A person with multiple nationalities who has both Korean nationality and foreign nationality is considered a Korean national, not a foreigner in Korea. The applicant’s visa hereby could be cancelled if he/she is proved to be a Korean national and not be a foreigner anymore even though the visa has been issued from the Korean government. Korean government may ask you to submit additional documents related to you and your parents’ nationality when you apply for a visa to check it.

** Please note that there can be additional documents required by the Consulate after the Consulate reviews your application. Any inconsistencies or false information within the submitted documents may result in visa denial.

A Freelancer’s Guide for a Korean Visa without ITR 2019

Are you a Filipino freelancer who’s planning to travel to South Korea real soon? Let me share with you some alternative ways and few tips on how to apply and have a greater chance of getting your tourist visa approved. And make your South Korea travel goal come to life!

Just recently, I traveled in South Korea with friends. We had the best time of our lives in our six days of discovering the beautiful city of Seoul. But before all came to pass, I faced few struggles with my visa application. Because I’m a freelancer, I had no Income Tax Return (ITR) or Form 2316 to present which is one of the required documents in applying for a visa.

Knowing that incomplete requirements would most likely be denied — I was a little anxious about it. But how did I get a visa approval from the Korean Consulate without an ITR? Here’s an easy guide on how to apply for a South Korean tourist visa and get a higher chance of approval.

How to Apply for a Tourist Korean Visa

Prepare the necessary documents.

• Application Form — you can download a copy of the form here .
• 1 piece of Passport size colored picture
• Original Passport (should be valid for more than 6 months)
• Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
• Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (if applicable only)
• Original Certificate of Employment[Must include applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, office address, HR landline number (cell-phone number is not allowed), HR e-mail address]
• Original Personal Bank Certificate(Must include account type, current balance, account opening date, ADB)
• Bank Statement(Original or certified true copy of the bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
• Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
• Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (if applicable only)

Check out full details of the visa requirements for different categories here .

Submit your visa application

In submitting your visa application, you need to arrange your documents according to how the list of requirements is chronologically ordered.

There are two options on how to submit your visa application:

• Through a travel agency . Travel agencies would require you to pay around PHP 1,000 – 2,000 for the processing fee. The same requirements should be complied. There are 35 accredited travel agencies you could choose from. You can check the full list here .
• Personal Submission (applicable only to those applying in Cebu). You can personally submit your documents for the visa application at the Korean Consulate here in Cebu. You may refer to the address and contact number provided below. No payment needed and it’s fast and easy . The receptionist of the building at the ground floor will require you to present one valid ID before you could proceed to the 12 th floor. When you reach the Korean Consulate’s office, a guard on duty will greet you. You will be asked for what’s your purpose of visiting and then a priority number will be given. Your phone’s camera will also be sealed while you’re inside the premise. It would take for about 15-20 minutes to process the submission of your documents.

Address of Consulate in Cebu 12th Floor Chinabank Corporate Center, Lot 2, Samar Loop Cor. Road 5, Cebu Business Park, Mabolo Cebu City

Contact Information Tel: (63-32) 231-1516(9)Fax: (63-32) 231-2950E-Mail: [email protected]

Starting April 1, 2019 , visa processing period will be 7 working days due to increase in number of Korean visa applicants. Visa Fee for 59 days (or less) stay in Korea will be free of charge. For 60 to 90 days stay in Korea — visa fee is PHP 2,000. Note: Submission time for visa application is from 9:00AM to 11:00AM only (Mondays–Fridays) except holidays.

What to do when you don’t have an ITR?

I’ve been in the freelancing industry for quite some time and truth be told, most freelancers are not tax payers. I’m one of those who weren’t declaring income and filing appropriate taxes to the government. I had long been planning to register in BIR, but I always put it on hold. Not until early this year, I’ve felt the need to do so.

Knowing that I have a couple of international travels this year (wherein one of these was in South Korea), I’ve had to establish a good personal background. So, I registered myself as a professional tax payer just February of this year in BIR and started paying tax.

As freelancers, we’re enjoying lots of perks — decent pay, freedom to work anywhere and anytime as long as there is a good internet connection. We can easily travel as much as we want, whenever we want to. There’s no problem traveling within the Philippines. Of course, we’re on our comfort zone. You just bring one or two valid IDs and you’re set to explore the country.

But, traveling internationally is a different story. Especially to those countries which require a visa. There are certain rules to follow and requirements to comply. One of the most basic and important visa requirements is the Income Tax Return (ITR). So, what should you do when you don’t have an ITR for your visa application?

Write a cover letter

A cover letter is written when you’re lacking one of the requirements. This is to explain why you are not able to submit the said requirement. Your cover letter should contain, but not limited, to the following details:

• Your purpose of writing a cover letter.
• Reason why you are unable to present the said required document.
• Describe the nature of your job as a freelancer.
• You can mention your flight details , hotel/airbnb booking details , Klook vouchers . You can even mention who you are traveling with, if you’re traveling in a group.
• Indicate all supporting documents you will provide.
• Explain your desire of traveling to their country — why you have chosen to travel to South Korea.
• Be sincere in your letter that you are returning to the Philippines within the specific travel period.

Note: Keep your cover letter short and simple. You can contact me if you want me to make a cover letter for you @Php350 only. HAHA!

Disclaimer: My cover letter doesn’t really guarantee that your visa application will be approved. The approval of your visa application still depends on the Korean Embassy or Consul’s judgment.

Submit all supporting documents

It is not necessary, but I strongly suggest that you submit additional documents to somehow support and strengthen your visa application. Submit all the supporting documents you have mentioned in your cover letter. Here is the list of supporting documents I’ve submitted for my visa application:

• Certificate of Earnings from Upwork (or any Freelance Marketplaces you belong to).
• Certificate of Registration from BIR and BIR Payment Form No. 0605 (if available).
• Flight details, Airbnb and Klook bookings (or any bookings you made in advance for your trip in S. Korea).

Friendly Tips for Traveling Freelancers

Register your freelancing job in bir.

If you are a freelancer with a heart of a traveler, I highly recommend you register as a professional tax payer in BIR just like what I did. If freelancing is your only source of income — you better register as early as possible if you are planning to go on a trip outside the country.

Why do I say so? Maybe, you’ll think it’s not really needed, you don’t want to undergo the tedious registration process, or you just don’t feel like paying taxes at all. Regardless of your reason, it is our responsibility as a Filipino citizen who’s earning an income to pay taxes to the government. BIR should give me commissions for this! HAHA

Also, there are few benefits of having an ITR — one of these is for the smooth processing of your international travels. Though I don’t have an ITR yet (since I only registered a couple of months ago), I have a strong feeling if it weren’t for the certificate of registration and the payment form from BIR that I’ve submitted for my visa application, I would possibly be denied.

Visit:  https://vabootcamp.ph/blog/the-simplest-method-on-how-to-register-as-a-freelancer-in-bir/

Secure a certificate of employment / contract from your clients

Certificate of employment or a contract is another important document for your visa application. If possible, you may request from your client to get one.

Deposit sufficient funds on your savings bank account

Make sure that you have sufficient funds to convince the consulate or embassy that you can finance all the expenses for your travel. Mostly, they require you to provide a bank certificate and/or statement of account.

For the Korean visa application, they require you to submit a bank statement for the last 3 months and a bank certificate that shows the account type, current balance, account opening date, and average daily balance (ADB). The older your savings account with more deposit transactions; and no or less withdrawal — the better.

Just a little warning, don’t deposit big amount of funds (i.e. 50K PHP) on your account few days before you request to print your bank certificate or statement. It would only reveal that you intended to deposit this amount as show money. This might affect the approval of your visa application.

To wrap it up, all you must do is prepare and take proper actions. Remember, you can’t travel to South Korea without a visa. So, start applying one month before your travel date and give yourself ample time to comply if the consul will ask for additional requirements.

Just follow these simple steps:

(1) prepare and submit all the required documents;

(2) write a cover letter if you lack a requirement and submit all other supporting documents; 

(3) make sure to provide an impressive financial overview;

(4) justify your intention of traveling to their country and that you’re returning to the Philippines; and lastly,

( 5) add faith and LOTS of prayer! Ask your Priest or Pastor! Kidding! But would be good as well, right?This simple guide doesn’t really guarantee that your visa application will be approved. The approval of your visa application still depends on the Korean Embassy or Consul’s judgment. I hope you found this post helpful. God bless on your visa application! 

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About THE AUTHOR

I am a Christian Freelance Website designer & developer based in the Philippines. Also, one of the “Top Rated” Web designers on Upwork that you can hire. I’m trying to live a digital nomad lifestyle, traveling while doing freelance jobs in between.

I design modern, easy-to-use, Thrive Themes, Elementor Pro WordPress websites. I am also a consistent Top-Rated Website WordPress designer and developer in Upwork (The largest online talent solution connecting businesses and skilled professionals). 

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How to Apply for Korean Visa (2022)

We all missed traveling and after more than two years of hiatus, i guess it’s time to hop on the plane again for another international trip. aside from singapore and thailand, south korea opens its doors for foreign tourists including the philippines..

Our trip to Korea was planned sometime in September 2021. We scored cheap flights to Korea via Cebu Pacific Air . We paid about P6,000 per pax back and forth. Back then, foreign visitors were not allowed yet due to Covid-19 pandemic but we still book it with high hopes that this day would come and yes, sometime in June or July, the Embassy of Korea made an announcement. Many got excited primarily because of the BTS concert 2022 in Busan.

We went to Reli Tours , 2nd week of August to submit our documents, unfortunately, we were told that there’s a high volume of applicants and that they will only accept those traveling in October onwards. We have no choice but to apply directly and walk-in to the Korean Embassy in Mc Kinley Hill Taguig instead.

Korean Visa List of Requirements for Filipino Tourists 

• Updated Passport
• Passport-sized photo with white background
• Application form – available for download on their website, click here
• 1 piece Passport size colored photo
• Original Passport
• Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
• Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years
• Original Certificate of Employment (must include applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, office address, HR landline number only and not mobile number, and HR e-mail address)
• Original Personal Bank Certificate (must include account type, current balance, account opening date, ADB)
• Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
• Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
• Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (If applicable only)

Visa fee is FREE if staying 59 days and below, P2,000 fee if you’re staying 60-90days. Travel agencies usually charge P700 to P1,200 per applicant. Processing time, if walk- in, is about seven (7) days. Applications submitted through agency may take about 15-25 days.

Last August 30, we went to Korean embassy located in McKinley Hill Taguig to submit our requirements. We were hoping to get a slot from the 280 allotment that day so we arrived at 12 midnight. There was a long queue that time we arrived. I can only think of two reasons for the sudden surge in visa application – the upcoming BTS Concert in Busan and the autumn and winter season in Korea . We were lucky to be included in the day’s quota. The gates opened as early as 7am and we’re done with the application around 11am.

Tips in Applying for Korean Visa:

• Make sure to submit all the requirements as listed.
• Provide all the details that was asked for – salary, contact details of your employer so you don’t have to go back and forth.
• Provide a cover letter and state your purpose of travel.
• Include all your travel stamps and old/previous visas from Korea and other countries.
• Make sure you have enough funds to cover your travel expenses.

Apart from the listed requirements, we also included an affidavit of support (husband shouldering the expenses of the wife), PSA Marriage Certificate since we are traveling as a couple, itinerary and plane ticket. We hope this article will be of great help in your application for Korean Visa . Share your experience with us on the comment section.

Korean Visa Application Update On September 1 , the Korean Embassy announced that they will accommodate 400 applicants per day.

Korean Visa Application Update as of Sept. 13 , Korean Embassy will no longer accept walk-in visits for visa application. Check out this link for more information. Click here for Guidelines on How to Schedule Your Appointment at Korean Embassy Manila  and about Korea Online Visa Appointment System in the Philippines . Make sure to frequently visit their website for updates.

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After seven days of waiting, we’re happy to share that the korean embassy manila has granted us the visas. we are excited to explore south korea..

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Cover Letter for Korea Student Visa

by Contentholic | Jun 17, 2024 | Cover Letter for Visa | 0 comments

Korean universities are becoming increasingly popular for students who are finding their academic dream destination. While some might say that this is the influence of K-pop singers who belong to this East Asian Country, we would rather say that this is the charm of the country’s one-of-a-kind universities and effective education system that has an astonishing student success rate. The country has an advanced up-to-date curriculum of courses at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Each year, prospective students enter a strenuous competition to get their student visas accepted so that they can begin their education and journey in the country. However, it is not an easy nut to crack as multiple formalities have to be completed. After you have completed the said formalities, the visa officers decide if you should be considered eligible to study in the country or not. One of the tasks that should be accomplished by you is to write a cover letter for Korea Student Visa and submit it along with your request for a study permit. 

What is a cover letter for Korea Student Visa?

A cover letter for Korea student visa is a document written in the voice of the student who wishes to study in the country. This document is written in the form of an application/letter that is addressed to the embassy/consulate of The Republic of Korea which is situated in your country. The intent with which a student must write their student visa cover letter should be to sufficiently explain the purpose for which they want to travel to Korea and what are the reasons that have convinced them that this country will be the most suitable one for higher studies. Moreover, another writing goal that is to be achieved by you is to familiarize yourself with the visa official by giving your personal details from different parts of your life. However, you must remember that all these details have to be relevant to the purpose of a cover letter. Keeping this in mind, there are general guidelines for the structure of a proper cover letter which is widely accepted. Here, in this blog, we have presented the apt format for a cover letter for visa . 

Points to remember

• Colorful texts and unnecessary highlights are not encouraged. 
• Since it is a theoretical essay, avoid writing information in points. 
• Put different information in different paragraphs to avoid intermingling of ideas.
• Understand the significance of careful editing and proofreading.
• Try to collect insights and expectations from alumni or current students.
• When your academic past and future align, your profile becomes more trustworthy. 

The appropriate structure of a visa cover letter

Introduction 

A brief introduction with to-the-point details of yourself, your course & college, and the reason for applying for a cover letter.

Academic Details

Follow the introduction with details of the education which you have completed until now. Share the important examinations you have appeared for, the score obtained by you, your favorite subjects, and awards/recognition that you won.

Professional Information

List out the companies and positions at which you have worked. Stress on the skills that were learned during this period. It is better if the knowledge from your work experience connects with your course in Korea.

Talk about your course

Express how and why you developed such interest in your applied course that you decided to pursue higher studies in it. If you are excited to study a particular module or topic, write about it by giving suitable reasons

Choice of University

Share the criteria based on which you finalized your academic institution in Korea. Put a spotlight on the facilities that the university promises to provide you as a student.   

Korea as a country

Elaborate on how Korea is a suitable education destination for an international student like you. You can share academic as well as non-academic reasons for your wish to study in Korea. Some points that can support your case are safety (thanks to the low crime rate), reasonable tuition fees, college fests, friendly & polite natives, natural beauty, attractive heritage sites, etc. 

Future career goals

Divide your answer into short-term and long-term career objectives. Be reasonable and do not exaggerate or set baseless unachievable goals. You can increase the clarity of your answers by writing about the companies in which you hope to find employment, the variety of job roles available, the scope of growth, etc. 

Convey your Financial Details

Emphasize the worth of assets and valuables owned by you or your family. Bank details too are considered highly relevant. Clarify how you are going to fund your higher studies in Korea and whether there is a sponsor who is funding your education, stay, and other significant or insignificant expenses.

Closing your cover letter

Wrap up your cover letter for Korea student visa in a maximum of 5-6 lines. Reemphasize your interest in your course program and Korea. In 1-2 lines only you can share how this course will affect your personal and professional life. Extend warm regards to the visa officials for reading your application and expressing your hope of receiving a study permit.  

Mistakes that can level down your Cover Letter for Korean Student Visa

• Writing a cover letter without prior research work and strategy planning is like guaranteeing a visa rejection for yourself.
• Maintain stability between highlighting your achievements and overstressing them. Repeating information can prove to be harmful to your cover letter. 
• Clearly address your English and Korean language proficiency in your cover letter for student visa . 
• After starting with an interesting introduction, do not go light on your conclusion. Maintain a similar writing tone throughout your document. 
• Using cliched sentences will show that you have not put in any personal effort. 
• At no point should your visa cover letter indicate a lack of focus. 

The Republic of Korea has more than 400 public and private institutes for higher studies. More than 150,000 international students are accepted to study in the country each year. The reason why thousands of students choose to study in Korea is the seriousness with which the country has maintained an impeccable reputation for the quality of its education. It is only reasonable if the students are expected to submit a foolproof cover letter to secure their admittance into South Korea. Yes, this single document can have a mammoth impact on how officials view your profile as a student. Make sufficient efforts to ensure that you have explained your purpose clearly. Although it is a theoretical write-up, you do not have to write weak statements that demotivate the reader from reading your entire document. Instead, make sure that your cover letter for Korean student visa is engrossing enough to not let the reader drift their eyes. Coming to the writing style, keep it simple yet informative, creative yet related to the purpose, and communicative yet respectful. One way to ensure that your cover letter for student visa is written according to ideal standards is to get professional help from people who are experts in such form of writing. At Contentholic , we provide trustworthy Cover Letter Writing Service from which thousands of students have benefitted until now. We enjoy a reputation of being the best in the business because of our quality documents written by skilled cover letter writers .

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) for Cover Letter for Korea Student Visa

Name some of the best courses for international students in south korea..

• Some popular courses for international students in South Korea are-
• Finance and Management
• Hospitality
• IT & Computer Science
• International Trade
• Engineering (Robotics, Mechanical, Civil, Nanoengineering etc.)
• Tourism & Event Management
• Korean Language & Cultural Studies

Many popular courses in the country offer specializations if students are interested in carving out academic niches for themselves. 

What is cover letter for Korean Visa application?

A cover letter for Korea student visa is an application that highlights your intention to study in the country as you navigate through your interests and passions.

Is it important to learn Korean to study in Korea?

Depending on your course and university, it might/ might not be a prior requirement for you to learn the Korean language. However, it is advised that students migrating to Korea for studies should learn the language as it will help them communicate better with their surroundings.

Do I have to take IELTS to study in Korea?

The scores of your English Language Proficiency Tests are important if you wish to study in Korea. You can take either the IELTS or the TOEFL exam. There are different passing scores for bachelor’s and master’s levels. 

How much money do I need to study in Korea?

The tuition fee for studying in Korea depends upon the course you are pursuing, the university to which you have been admitted, and the facilities that are being provided to you. The average amount that a student needs to study in Korea can range between $ 3000- $ 5000 per year. 

Which Korean universities teach in English?

Some Korean Universities that have courses in the English language are-

• Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
• Sogang University
• SolBridge International School of Business
• Korea University, Seoul Campus
• Myongji University

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My Korean Visa Application Approved — Here are 5 Steps for Filipinos

A few years ago, I processed my South Korea visa application at the Korean Embassy in Manila, and last year, at the Korean Consulate in Cebu . Now, you have several options to apply for your Korean visa — via one of the accredited travel agencies , schedule a Korean visa online appointment (for Cebu applicants), walk-in or schedule a reservation at the Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) in Taguig City.

Steps to apply for a Korean visa for Filipinos

Step 1: gather your korean visa requirements, korean visa requirements for employees:, if personally invited by a korean, if invited by a company in korea, step 2: fill out the korean visa application form, tips in filling out your korean visa application form:, important fields to need to take note of.

Put  N/A because Filipinos don’t have this yet, unless you already have your national ID.

8.9. 동반입국 가족 유무 기재 Are you traveling to Korea with any family member?

a) 성명/회사(단체)명 Name of Person/Company(Institute)

Self or your relationship to the person/s or institute funding you.

Sample Korean visa application form completely filled out for your reference:

Tip: Under the 8.4 Address in Korea section, you can pick any hotel on Klook or Agoda and use the hotel’s address and contact information. If you really intend to stay in that hotel, make sure that it has a free cancellation policy so you won’t be charged if your Korean visa gets denied or if you change your mind later on. You may check out Lotte Hotel Seoul which was what I used in my Korean visa application.

Step 3: Submit your Korean visa requirements

Put all your documents in a secure envelope or folder and submit them to any of the  accredited travel agencies in the Philippines , Korean Consulate in Cebu on your scheduled Korean visa online appointment date, or to the Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) in Manila for walk-in applicants.

South Korea visa fees 2024

Step 4: wait for your south korea visa.

After submitting all your Korean visa requirements, you just have to wait for it.

South Korea visa processing time 2024

Step 5: check your korean visa online and claim your philippine passport.

All the best in your Korean visa application. Let us know how it goes by connecting with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , and YouTube .

Disclaimer: Although I was granted a single-entry South Korea visa, this doesn’t mean that I’m already a Korean visa expert. I still encourage you to ask the Korean Embassy in the Philippines  or the Korean Consulate in Cebu for your specific questions and concerns.

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How to Apply For a Korean Visa Without an ITR and COE?

Sample Cover Letter, Travel Itinerary & More

Disclaimer before I tell you how to apply for a Korean visa without an ITR and COE (Certificate of Employment). I had an ITR (Income Tax Return) for almost 3 years now. I use Taxumo to help me register and file in BIR. They’re godsent for freelancers like me who cannot understand taxation. (You can use my code C2Q0I to get a discount.) If I had known them before I wouldn’t have applied for a Japan visa without an ITR .

Now you may be wondering if my advice here will work when I already have an ITR and got my Korean Visa approved. Well, I don’t have a COE because I’m a freelancer, while my friend who traveled with me in Korea last October 2022 doesn’t have an ITR and she’s also a freelancer like me. But please take note that approval still depends on the Korean Embassy consul.

Step by Step Guide How to Apply For a K orean Visa

Step 1: get a travel agency to help you (but walk-ins at kvac are now allowed)..

UPDATE: Starting August 29, 2023, in line with the official operation of the Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC), all Korean visa applicants must submit their visa applications at KVAC (you can walk in but make sure to come very early). Applying through accredited travel agencies is back again, but if you submit through them make sure to do it at least a month before your desired travel date.

For those who live outside of Metro Manila, you can now send your applications through the mail. READ: How to send your Korean Visa Application through the mail?

• Here is the link to the accredited travel agencies for South Korean visa applications .
• KVAC Location:
•  9F~10F, Brittany Hotel BGC, 6 Mckinley Pkwy, BGC, Taguig, Metro Manila
• Website: https://www.visaforkorea-mn.com  
• Days open: Same as the embassy’s working days. Holidays will be announced from time to time (Office hours: 09:00–17:00 but submission of application cut off is 16:30).
• Service Fee: PHP 900

Step 2: Fill out the Application Form

• Download the visa application form here .
• Must be printed on A4-size paper.
• This must be computerized or typed, NOT handwritten, and type in Block Letters or Capital Letters so make sure your keyboard’s CAPS LOCK is on.
• The font should be Arial size 12.
• For fields that do not apply to you, leave them blank.

For a step-by-step guide on how to fill up the South Korea Visa Application Form, this article by Two Monkeys Travel Group is very detailed.

Step 3: Gather the required documents

UPDATE: From February 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines will simplify visa application documents for visa applicants who meet the following conditions. Please be aware that for those who meet the following conditions, only the stated financial documents can be exempted or replaced, and other general required documents must still be submitted. You can read the update here .

Professional license holders

○ Applicable for those holding a valid PRC license ID (IBP ID for a lawyer) with a profession of physician, dentist, lawyer (including a judge, prosecutor), certified public accountant, pharmacist, and veterinarian.

○ Required Visa Application Document

   – Certificate of employment (original) and copy of PRC license ID or IBP ID

   – Submission of bank certificates, bank statements, and ITR are exempted for professional license holders and family members. Other documents, such as proof of relationship, are required.

      * Exempted documents may still be submitted if preferred

Credit cardholders

○ Applicable for BDO Gold or BDO Elite Credit Card Holders (Excluding Supplementary Credit Card Holders.) UPDATE JULY 8, 2024: Gold, Platinum, or Elite credit card holders of BPI, Metro Bank, and RCBC can also apply for the simplified visa until December 31, 2024. Details are in the KR Visa announcement .

   – (Immediate family members): One’s parents, spouse, minor children (applicable for adult children who can prove to be students through documents), spouse’s parents

   – Certificate of employment (original), copy of credit card(front only with complete information), and latest 3 months credit card account Monthly Billing Statements(copy)

   – Submission of bank certificates, bank statements, and ITR are exempted for credit card holders and family members. Other documents, such as proof of relationship, are required.

Credit Card Types Applicable For Korean Simplified Visa Application:

Here is the list of the south korea visa application requirements:.

• As mentioned in Step 2 above.
• Must be glued on the designated area on the application’s first page.
• For the size, it should be 35×45 mm. Just tell the photo studio it’s for a Korean Visa, usually, they already have a package for it.
• Must be valid for more than 6 months from your target travel date.
• Must have a signature. The signature field is on the bottom part of Page 3 (page next to the Bio page).
• Must have filled out the Emergency Contact Page (the last page of the passport).
• Submit only if you traveled abroad within the last 5 years. If you did, submit them together with your current passport.
• Attach it to your current passport using a rubber band by tying the back cover of the new passport to the front cover of the old passport.
• The bio page is the information page of the passport (Page 2).
• Some said Japan is no longer accepted due to several cases of applicants submitting FAKE Japan visas, but I only have a Japan visa and I decided to submit it anyway.
• Having an OECD visa can increase your chances of approval.
• To see all the OECD member countries, visit  this website .
• Must include account type, current balance, opening date, and ADB (Average Daily Balance).
• If you have a guarantor, you must submit their original copy.
• Must cover at least 3 months.
• Again, if you have a guarantor you must submit theirs.
• But if you file online like me, your ITR isn’t stamped. If you use Taxumo you can email them to request a stamped ITR but it takes at least 15 days or more. Alternatively, you can write a cover letter explaining why your ITR is not stamped. (I opted to write a cover letter because I only have 3 days to gather my requirements because my Korea was planned last minute. I put my sample cover letter below.)
• Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (If applicable only).
• FOR EMPLOYED: Certificate of Employment (COE). Must be original; and must have the address of the employer, the landline number and email address of the employer’s HR department, the applicant’s position, the date hired, and compensation. Mobile number is not allowed.
• FOR SELF-EMPLOYED: Photocopy of the Business registration form from DTI or SEC. SEC Registration must include pages with the names of stockholders. And Photocopy of the Business permit or Mayor’s permit. And BIR Form with Corresponding Payment Receipt from a BIR-authorized bank.
• FOR FREELANCERS: The latest contracts from your clients and/or proof of revenue like a written letter (I have a sample below) that has your client’s name, company name (if they have one), landline number, email address, date hired or collaboration, and compensation. Mobile number is not also allowed here. If you’re registered to BIR, submit the forms mentioned in “self-employed” above.
• FOR HOUSEWIVES/ HOUSEHUSBANDS: Photocopy of NSO Marriage Certificate and your spouse’s documents mentioned above including ITR.
• FOR STUDENTS: Original School Certificate, Photocopy of a School ID, Photocopy of the NSO Birth Certificate of the applicant, Parent’s NSO Marriage Certificate (if applicable), and parent’s documents mentioned above including ITR.
• IF YOU HAVE A GUARANTOR: You must submit theirs.
• Not required but if you don’t have an ITR or COE, or your ITR isn’t stamped or you have a missing required document, you need to write a cover letter. (My sample cover letter is posted below.) Put this at the bottom of the application too.
• If you have a guarantor, this is where you explain your relationship with that person and why they’re shouldering your trip.
• This is not required either but I still provided one. I put this at the bottom of my application and they accepted it when I submitted my application. (My sample itinerary is posted below.)

NOTE: For family applications, you must provide documents that can serve as proof of your relationship. Birth certificates and marriage contracts are accepted. A representative can file for the whole family.

STEP 4: Submit the documents and wait

If you’re going to submit it yourself, make sure to put them in an envelope and don’t fold the documents. Do not staple it either, use a paper clip instead for documents that have more than one page.

If you’re going to submit through a travel agency, they will check the documents before you leave.

Processing time depends. In my experience, my friend and I decided to submit it ourselves to the embassy and after 5 days we already got our result by checking our status on the Korean Embassy website here . But the people I know who submitted this 2024, it took them 1 week to get the result.

For travel agencies, it’s around 15 days, but it also depends on your travel agency’s backlog. For October and November make sure to submit at least a month before your desired travel month because a lot of people apply during those months for the Chuseok holiday and autumn season.

SAMPLE COVER LETTER FOR KOREA VISA APPLICATION

If you don’t have an ITR, you have to be straightforward in explaining why you don’t have one . In my Japan Visa application when I didn’t have an ITR yet, I just explained that I was a freelancer and didn’t know how to file one yet on my own. But I gave them a date when I will file. (Context: This was pre-pandemic. At that time, freelancing and working from home were not yet popular and there was not much guidance on how to file taxes.)

My friend that I mentioned above who doesn’t have an ITR yet, used the same format in my JP Visa post and got approved for a KR Visa. Her reason is that she’s just less than a year into her job as a freelancer so she hasn’t filed yet.

Another to take note, in the second paragraph where I mentioned my purpose of entry, I low-key implied that I’m going back to my country and I will be spending money in their country. I don’t guarantee it’ll 100% convince the consul but so far it worked on me both in Korea and Japan tourist visa applications.

SAMPLE OF PROOF OF REVENUE FOR FREELANCERS

Don’t forget to ask your client to put their logo and company name on top of the “Proof of Revenue” and don’t forget to ask them to sign it too. A digital signature is accepted because some freelancers have clients based abroad, as long as the company has a business number or email address.

If you’re going to use Klook to book train passes and attraction tickets, don’t forget to use my code “ALYRECOMMENDKLOOK” to get 5% off.

Sample korea travel itinerary.

This is the actual travel itinerary that I submitted to the Korean Embassy and the same one I showed to the Immigration Officer in NAIA Terminal 1. The decoration is not necessary, I just want to express my excitement. I made this using Canva .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION S

Q: Should I book plane tickets before applying for a visa?

A: No, it is not necessary. The Korean Embassy discourages applicants from booking plane tickets before applying for a visa. There’s even a post about it taped outside their office.

Q: How much money should I show in my bank certificate?

A: People suggest your bank account should have at least Php10,000 per person per day during your intended stay. So if you’re planning to stay for 5 days, you should at least have Php50,000 in your bank account. But just to be sure, you should aim for a higher amount than settle for the minimum amount required especially now that they’re super strict on approving tourist visas due to an increasing amount of people illegally staying to work in their country.

Q: Can I submit more than one bank certificate?

A: Yes, you can. I submitted 2 bank certificates. The important thing is your statement of account. They look at how your money comes in and out. I’ve heard of people getting rejected because of a sudden huge deposit in their accounts. So to be safe, I just submitted all my bank accounts instead of doing a huge transfer.

Q: Should my bank account be 6 months old upon application?

This is actually on a case-to-case basis. I’ve heard people with bank accounts that are only 1-3 months old getting approved. It depends on your supporting documents.

Suppose you have more questions about the Korean visa application. In that case, you can join this private group on Facebook that helped me a lot with the Korean Embassy updates and other members sharing their experiences.

What Should You Book in Klook For Your Korea Trip?

My friends and I did a BTS Trip (which I will blog about later) since we went there for the concert. But here are the things we booked in Klook that were very helpful going around Korea. (Don’t forget to use my Klook code “ALYRECOMMEND” to get 5% off.):

• SIM CARD – I highly recommend sim cards over rental WiFi device (if your phone is not locked by a network) because you don’t need a credit card deposit, if you get separated from your companions you have a way to contact them, and you don’t have to return it.
• AREX Incheon Express – This is a train station inside the Incheon Airport that will bring you straight to Seoul Station. No need to worry about catching a bus or booking a taxi.
• T-Money Card – This is like a beep card. You can use this in trains, buses, and taxis. You can buy this in convenience stores especially those limited editions with kpop groups. But if you want one before leaving the airport, you can buy one in Klook too.
• N Seoul Tower Ticket – If you’re a Kdrama fan, then this is a must-see place. This is the famous spot where lovers leave love locks.
• Hanbok Rental – Live your period kdrama fantasies, be a main character with a beautiful hanbok rental, and take photos in Changdeok Palace.

You can search for more activities in Korea through Klook below:

So these are the required documents, processes, and frequently asked questions on how to apply for a korean visa without an itr and coe. i hope this post will help. good luck, style vanity.

How To Apply for Korean Visa Without ITR (Income Tax Return)

Your visa application may or may not be accepted if you can’t submit an ITR depending on your circumstance.

The following types of applicants are exempted from submitting an ITR:

• Frequent visitors to OECD-member countries within the past five years
• Those who have traveled to Korea more than four times in the past two years or more than 10 times overall (with one of the visits made within the past two years).
• BDO and BPI credit cardholders who are eligible for the multiple-entry visa promo

Not exempt from ITR submission? Here’s what you must do:

For tax-exempt employees under the TRAIN law (less than Php 21,000 monthly salary): Ask HR or your employer for a copy of your latest ITR . Even if you don’t pay taxes, you aren’t exempted from having an ITR.

For fresh graduates with no job yet: Submit your transcript of records and a photocopy of your diploma to prove your status, along with a cover letter addressed to the consul explaining why you don’t have an ITR.

For newly employed people: Present a copy of the latest ITR from your previous employer. Your certificate of employment will show that you’re newly hired, so the consul may consider that you don’t have an ITR yet with your new employer. Submit an explanation letter.

Related: How to Get a Copy of Your ITR

For OFWs: No need to submit an ITR. But just to be sure, get a Certificate of Non-Filing of Income Tax Return from the BIR that indicates your being an OFW, and then submit it along with your other visa requirements.

For freelancers: File and pay your taxes because you’re still required to submit an ITR (with payment receipt from a BIR-authorized bank) as a self-employed individual. If you can’t submit an ITR (i.e., you’re working on your registration with the BIR), submit a letter explaining your situation.

Go back to the main article: How to Get Korean Visa in the Philippines: A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors

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