In recent years, Korea has not only become a favorite destination for young people who love Korean movies, K-pop or street food , but also a top choice for families and groups of close friends looking for unique cultural experiences and impressive landscapes. In particular, in 2025, the Korean government has made many positive changes in tourist visa policy, making it easier for Vietnamese citizens to apply for a visa to this country.
1. What is a Korean tourist visa? What types are there?
Korean visas are divided into two types: visas based on the purpose of entry and visas based on the number of entries. (Photo: Collected)
Korean tourist visas belong to the short-term visa group (symbol C-3) for those who need to travel, visit relatives or work for a short time. For Vietnamese people, the most popular visas today are single-entry visas - allowing a maximum stay of 30 days; and multiple-entry visas - with a duration of 1, 3 or 5 years, each entry also allows a stay of no more than 30 days. In 2025, the policy of reviewing multiple-entry Korean visas is being significantly relaxed for those with a good travel history or who have been to developed countries such as the US, Japan, Europe, Australia, etc. This opens up great opportunities for Vietnamese citizens to own long-term Korean visas with simpler procedures.
2. Update new points in Korean tourist visa application procedures 2025
Visa code C-3-9 is issued to people entering Korea for tourism, vacation or entertainment purposes. This visa is valid for 3 months, allowing a single entry with a maximum stay of 15 days. (Photo: Collected)
Since January 2025, the Korean government has announced a number of important adjustments to the Korean visa application process, helping to simplify the application and speed up the processing time. Specifically, visa applicants are no longer required to submit original savings books or proof of assets as before. Instead, a bank account statement within the last 3 months is sufficient to prove financial resources. At the same time, documents such as household registration books, birth certificates, ID cards/CCCDs... if in Vietnamese do not need to be notarized, helping to save time and costs in preparing documents.
Another special feature is that the list of authorized travel agencies for fast-track applications (designated or registered) has been expanded in 2025, allowing those who go on tours or use travel agencies to significantly shorten their visa processing time – from 16 days to 10 working days before departure. This is extremely useful information for those who want to apply for a Korean tourist visa on their own or in a tour group.
3. Some indispensable documents in the application for a Korean tourist visa that need to be prepared
Applying for a Korean tourist visa in 2025 is not as difficult as you think. (Photo: Collected)
Preparing complete and accurate documents is the key factor in determining the possibility of getting a visa. With the application for a Korean tourist visa in 2025 , you need to prepare the following documents:
- Original passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- 01 ID photo 3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background, taken within the last 6 months.
- Korean visa application form (fill out online or handwritten, with photo attached).
- Bank account statement for the last 3 months to prove financial ability
- Proof of employment such as employment contract, leave application, business license, student card, etc.
- Personal documents such as household registration, ID card/CCCD, birth certificate (if traveling with children).
- Detailed travel itinerary, including round-trip flight information, hotel reservation confirmation or invitation letter from relatives (if applicable).
- International travel insurance is not required but recommended.
4. Important notes you need to keep in mind when preparing your application for a Korean tourist visa in 2025
The profile plays an extremely important role and is the basis for deciding whether the Embassy should grant you a Korean visa or not. Therefore, preparing a complete and accurate profile is necessary and should be your priority. (Photo: Collected)
4.1. Conditions for applying for a Korean Visa (Household registration from Binh Dinh, Kon Tum to the South):
4.1.1. Identity proof
- Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the end date of the trip + original old passport (if any). Note: Passport must show full date of birth + place of birth in the passport and match with related personal documents.
- 02 photos 3.5cm × 4.5cm white background (taken within 06 months, no glasses, no smiling)
- Photo of CCCD on one side of A4 paper, not cut neatly, showing permanent address from Binh Dinh to the South.
- Marriage certificate (if accompanied by spouse). In case the customer submits a marriage certificate, it must be valid for 03 months from the date of application submission.
- Original COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE issued within 03 months (orange form, with red seal) if accompanied by children.
- Korean visa application form (according to Vietravel form), one information form per guest.
4.1.2. Proof of work
A. For working customers:
- Employee confirmation letter on one side of A4 paper, uncut, showing personal information, company name and address, position and working period from which date.
- If you are a government employee: Appointment/salary increase/recruitment decision issued within the last year.
- Salary statement for the last 6 months with red bank stamp.
- A screenshot of the insurance payment process at the VSSID app. Note: switch to English before taking a screenshot.
If you receive your salary in cash or do not pay Social Insurance, submit a statement stating the reason for receiving cash/not paying Social Insurance along with assets/finances (original savings book and savings book balance confirmation, notarized copies of house, land, vehicle documents, etc.)
B. For customers who are business owners:
- Business license
- Content of registration of changes in business information within the last year (if any)
- Document confirming VAT payment in the most recent year with the company's red round stamp.
If no VAT is incurred, the following additional documents must be provided:
- VAT declaration for the most recent year.
- Notice of "Acceptance of electronic tax filing" of the General Department of Taxation accordingly)
- Print the "Search for declarations" and "Search for notifications" screens submitted in the last year on the ELECTRONIC TAX page of the General Department of Taxation.
* In case of shareholder/capital contributor:
- Business license
- Content of registration of changes in business information within the last year (if any)
- Minutes of capital contribution/ Minutes of shareholders' meeting (if there is no name in the capital contributing member frame on the Business Registration Certificate)
- Document confirming VAT payment in the last year with red round stamp of the company
- 6-month personal account statement of the visa applicant showing the profit received from the company (If receiving cash, still have personal account statement, note).
C. For customers who are business households:
- Business license
- Tax code registration certificate
- VAT payment receipt for the last 12 months from the date of application submission
- Print color images of business establishments (showing signs, addresses, customers)
In case you cannot notarize a copy of the tax receipt, please submit the original tax receipt for comparison with the Embassy.
D. For retired customers:
- Retirement decision or pension card
- Pension statement for the last 6 months with red bank stamp.
E. For rental customers:
- House rental contract
- Owner of the house being rented
- Statement of rental income for the last 6 months with red bank stamp.
F. For customers who are students:
- Student card
- Original copy of school's student certificate
* In case the customer is an international student:
- Student card
- Student visa
- One of the following documents: admission letter/ transcript/ latest tuition payment receipt
In case the student card cannot be notarized, please submit the original for comparison with the Embassy.
G. For freelance customers (Online sales, Blogger, Youtuber, artists...)
- Print applicant information on the web
- Account statement for the last 6 months (showing income from bloggers, youtubers...)
- Documents proving ownership of personal assets (stocks, savings, real estate, cars...)
H. For customers who are monks/nuns:
- Monk/nun card
- Original Decision on granting leave with red round seal of the unit on the signature of the person approving the application
- Documents proving ownership of personal assets (original savings book and savings book balance confirmation, notarized copies of house, land, vehicle documents, etc.)
4.2. Some important notes when applying for a Korean tourist visa 2025
4.2.1. In case children under 18 years old go on tour without their parents
- 02 original copies of the parent's authorization letter authorizing a relative to take the tour (01 copy to be submitted to the Embassy and 01 copy for the customer to keep and bring to the airport on the day of the tour)
- Photo of CCCD and proof of employment of parents
4.2.2. In case you have a registered residence from Binh Dinh to the North and are currently working in the South for 01 year or more
- Submit online copy of CT08 Residence Confirmation Certificate
- Form CT08, section "Notification content" must fully show the residence time (from date to date) over 01 year.
4.2.3. Image standards for Korean visa application
2 photos 3.5cm × 4.5cm white background (taken within the last 6 months, face must take up 80% of the photo)
- Hair does not cover ears or eyebrows
- Don't smile with your teeth showing
- Do not wear earrings, do not cover up
5. Where to apply? How long does it take to process?
Korea tourist paradise with countless surprises waiting for you. (Photo: Collected)
As of 2025, all Korean visa applications in Vietnam must be submitted through the Korean Visa Application Center (KVAC), instead of directly at the Embassy or Consulate as before. There are currently three main locations:
- KVAC Hanoi: 12th Floor, Discovery Complex – 302 Cau Giay.
- KVAC HCMC: 253 Dien Bien Phu, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3.
- KVAC Da Nang: Lot A1-2, Chuong Duong Street, Ngu Hanh Son.
Depending on how you apply, processing times will vary:
- Self-submission: approximately 16 business days.
- Through the registration company: about 9 days.
- Through designated company: only 7 working days (not including translation).
Note: You should make an appointment online before arriving and submit your application at least 4 weeks before your expected departure date to prevent any unexpected situations.
6. Latest Korean visa application fee in 2025
Korean tourist visa application fee is paid in Vietnamese currency. (Photo: Collected)
As of early 2025, the fee for applying for a Korean tourist visa is regulated as follows:
- Single entry visa: 20 USD.
- Multiple entry visa: 80 USD.
- Additional KVAC fee: 390,000 VND/application (cash only).
If you use the services of a travel agency, there will be additional service fees of 1-2 million VND depending on the support package. This fee is reasonable if you need support in preparing documents, booking schedules, and ensuring a higher acceptance rate.
To increase your chances of success when applying for a visa, you should be absolutely honest in declaring information, submitting your application on time, and preparing your application as detailed as possible. In particular, travel history is a very important factor - if you have been to Japan, Europe, Australia, the US, or have an old Korean visa , the rate of being granted a multiple-entry visa will be significantly higher. In case of a visa refusal, you should wait at least 6 months and prepare your application carefully before reapplying.
Applying for a Korean tourist visa in 2025 has become much simpler and friendlier thanks to Korea's open-door policy as well as the reduction of cumbersome financial requirements. However, it is important that you understand the process, prepare your documents carefully and submit them at the right place and time. Whether you choose to travel independently or through a tour, make sure that all the information you declare is accurate and valid. With a little careful preparation, your dream of traveling to Korea will become easier and more complete than ever.
(*) The content of the above article is collected and compiled, for reference only and updated to May 22, 2025. To prepare the most complete and fastest Australian tourist visa application, please come to Vietravel or related reputable units for advice and complete the application procedures. If you choose the 2025 Korea tour at Vietravel, Vietravel will support you to complete the Korean tourist visa application procedures more easily and quickly.
Source: https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/xin-visa-du-lich-han-quoc-2025-cap-nhat-moi-nhat-v17175.aspx
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