South Korea Tourist Visa from Dubai – Requirements, Validity & Cost

Who needs a South Korea Visa from Dubai?

Any resident of Dubai or any other city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will likely need to apply for a South Korea visa unless their passport is from a country that guarantees them visa-free entry into the country.

1. Tourist Visa (C-3-9):

• For leisure, sightseeing, and visiting family.
• The visa is valid for 90 days.
• Available both in single or multiple entry format (subject to specific conditions).
• The visa application for C-3-9 should be submitted through the embassy/visa center in Dubai.
• Traveriya recommends travel insurance with the visa but is not mandatory (except when it comes to specific nationalities).

2. Business Visitor Visa (C-3-4):

• For short-term business activities like meetings or conferences (does not permit employment).
• The visa allows 90 days stay at a time.
• Available both in single (90 days) or multiple( 6 months, 1 year or longer) entry format.
• Requires an invitation letter from the company in South Korea which are inviting the applicant into the country.
• The visa application for C-3-4 should be submitted through the embassy/visa center in Dubai.
• Traveriya strongly recommends travel insurance for business visas.

For certain nationalities, South Korea requires the applicant to have stayed in the UAE for one to two years. In this case, Traveriya will inform the applicant beforehand.

South Korea tourist visa requirements for Dubai Residents and Citizens

You need the following documents while applying for a South Korea visa from Dubai:

• Valid Passport: The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in South Korea and must have two blank pages for stamping.
• Visa Application Form: A completely filled and signed application form.
• Recent Passport-Sized Color Photograph: A clear, recent (usually within 6 months) color photo (typically 3.5cm x 4.5cm or 2×2 inches) with a white background. It must meet official biometric specifications (e.g., full face visible, neutral expression, no shadows).
• UAE residence visa copy: The UAE residence ID must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival into the UAE.
• Emirates ID: A copy of your Emirates ID.
• Confirmed Flight Tickets: This includes your tickets both to and from South Korea.
• Proof of Accommodation: This includes your hotel bookings for the entire trip in South Korea. If you are staying with a host, a letter of invitation from them, along with a copy of their South Korean ID.
• Proof of Financial Means: Bank Statements from the last six months showing you have sufficient funds to complete your entire trip to the country.
• Additional documents required for Business Visas are as follows:

->Invitation Letter: An invitation letter from the Korean company inviting you.

->Business Registration Certificate: This certificate must be of the Korean company that is inviting you.

->For Employed Individuals: A leave sanction certificate (original, on company letterhead, with company seal and signature) from your employer, recent salary slips (last 3-6 months), and a copy of your company ID card.

->For Self-Employed Individuals: Business registration documents (e.g., shop establishment license, partnership deed), and updated company bank statements for the last 6 months.

What is the cost of a South Korea Tourist visa and its validity?

The cost of a South Korea visa is AED 950 and the visa is valid for 90 days. The 950 AED cost includes the documentation cost and our advisory fees. Applicants will need to submit an additional fee of 160 AED at the Korean embassy.

What is the South Korea Visa Processing time from Dubai?

The processing time for a South Korea visa from Dubai is 10 to 15 days.

How Traveriya helps in the South Korea Visa Process:

Traveriya offers end-to-end visa services to ensure our customers do not commit errors while following the procedures:

• Visa type guidance: Your journey for getting a South Korea visa from Dubai involves an initial meeting where we understand your needs to ascertain the perfect visa for your needs.
• Document checklist & preparation: Once the correct visa has been identified, we provide you with a checklist of do.
• Application form assistance: We take over the process and complete your application form on your behalf to ensure accuracy.
• Appointment Support: In some cases, the South Korean embassy may demand an interview for which we will provide booking support.
• Application tracking and updates: We monitor your application status and keep you informed until visa approval.
• Visa reapplication service: If your visa gets rejected we offer a reapplication service where we analyze your application and any document errors to strengthen your application. We can also file an appeal letter to the embassy on your behalf.