How to apply for visa for south korea

[kim02]

dun sa bank cert, more or less how much needed as your pocket money? how long processing? ano ask nila? kasi *** pa naman akong place to stay....more on pag paprocess pa lang ng visa main concern ko as of now....

i actually do not know what the bank certificate was for.. pero siguro just to make sure if you can handle the expenses there. for the place to stay, i just put the guest house were i booked. dun kase sa KIM'S Guesthouse where i stayed inde klngan magbayad ng reservation fee. basta book ka nila then just pay them when you get there.

Seoul, of course (Changdokgung, National Museum, Seoul Tower, Jongro)

If you have the time (and the resources), I'd suggest visiting Gyeongju City (must-visit all the tourist spots here), Andong City (500 yr old real traditional Korean village and confucian school) and Byeonsanbando in Buan-gun (must-visit is Naesosa, IMO the most beautiful temple in Korea).

kame nun we took the seoul city bus tour. masaydo kame nagenjoy sa palaces. kaya inde nagkasya *** one whole day. kaya binalikan na lang namen *** iba. o eh sympre sa seoul lang un. lagi ko naririnig sa korean dramas *** jeju(sounds like) island. siguro maganda dun.

[illumina]

When my dad went to South Korea, he had a US visa, so that was already good enough. But that was a long time ago, I don't think just having a US visa is enough these days, you'll really need to apply for a visa to South Korea now.

I've only stayed in the Seoul airport for 30 minutes, just for a layover en route to San Francisco, no need to apply for a visa for that obviously, since I didn't go past the gates, haha.

[altair]

Here is the link to the official tour website of the Korea Tourism Organization. It has almost everything that a tourist needs.


http://english.tour2korea.com/index.asp

[cuteko]

yes, bank certificate klngan nila. they dont need your passbook(or your atm's statement of account). pero if you want dalin mo na rin to make sure.

Hey guys! I need your help..I'm planning to take my NCLEX with my friend in SK because there are no available slots in May and June in HK and Saipan. We decided to take it in Seoul but is uncertain of the outcome of the visa. And worst, it's our first time to apply for any visa and we're living in Visayas and Mindanao. Is there anyone here who applied for a korean visa to take NCLEX?? Is it that hard?? Australia is my 2nd option but my friend waited for 4 weeks to obtain her visa and that's too long compared to 5 working days in a Korea. Can anyone give me some tips so that I can succesfully get a visa??? Please guys, help me..

Thanks a lot!

[gtran]

What are the steps to apply for visa? do i have to buy a plane ticket before applying? what if i get denied? i want to go for a tour.

I DONT KNOW

[aticus]

Like most other embassies, Korea will require that you provide proof that you are going there for a good reason, and that they can reasonably expect you to return to the Philippines. So whether it's for a test, a vacation, or anything else, it is important to be able to show that you are financially able to afford the trip, and have some ties to the Philippines that will necessitate that you return.

For instance, they have certain options for students. If you are a student, you can apply with proof of your student status, and they are more likely to grant you a visa as long as you are still pursuing your studies. The mentality is that you won't just skip out on your college education to work illegally in Korea. Koreans take academics very seriously, so this is a good way to show you have ties in the Philippines and that you'll be going back.

The same thing goes for employees, businesspeople, etc... If you show them a good reason for your return (ex. you have a business registration and your company is worth X amount... or you have an employment certificate and a contract that shows you will still be working after you get back...) then you have a very high likelihood of being granted a visa.

Visas for short-term purposes (taking a test), etc. applied for by people with neither student status (fresh grads or drop-outs) nor some viable employment/ownership status will be more difficult. They may not buy the argument you're just going for a test, unless you show them an invitation letter from a Korean company/sponsor that verifies you'll be there for that purpose. Ask them for a letter with their special seal (it's a small round or square stamp, in red ink), as this is the official "signature" in Korea.

Whatever happens, I've found these to be very helpful for applicants:

1) An invitation letter from a Korean person/organization, stating your travel dates, and taking responsibility for your trip;
2) Enough money in the bank or enough hard assets to prove you have the means to travel. A good way to do this is to provide your own income tax return (ITR);
3) (For younger people) a letter of sponsorship from your father (assuming he has a good, high-profile job) stating that he is going to sponsor your trip in full, and will be responsible for all expenses while you're there. Don't forget to attach proof of your father's income, including an ITR.

If you have all of these, apart from the other requirements, you should be ok. That invitation letter from a Korean, in particular, is invaluable. Koreans trust each other a heck of a lot more than they trust us.

Good luck!

[cuteko]

[/QUOTE]1) An invitation letter from a Korean person/organization, stating your travel dates, and taking responsibility for your trip;
2) Enough money in the bank or enough hard assets to prove you have the means to travel. A good way to do this is to provide your own income tax return (ITR);
3) (For younger people) a letter of sponsorship from your father (assuming he has a good, high-profile job) stating that he is going to sponsor your trip in full, and will be responsible for all expenses while you're there. Don't forget to attach proof of your father's income, including an ITR.
[/QUOTE]

Thanks for that info aticus!

[jimboy]

avonlea, does the korean embassy give a 59 days visa or 30 days visa automatically pag gratis? i wanted to ask for a multiple entry, kaso sabi ng officer, di daw sila nagbibigay ng multiple entry sa mga pinoy.

[red18n]

For instance, they have certain options for students. If you are a student, you can apply with proof of your student status, and they are more likely to grant you a visa as long as you are still pursuing your studies. The mentality is that you won't just skip out on your college education to work illegally in Korea. Koreans take academics very seriously, so this is a good way to show you have ties in the Philippines and that you'll be going back.


Good luck!

Thanks po! Ngsubmit po ako ng application ko kahapon student visa.. I was enrolled for june semester dito sa philippines.. Tapos nagenroll din ako sa Ganada Language Institute sa Seoul thru internet World Link Education and got accepted naman.. the program starts on May 07 to June 2.. May letter of sponsorship din po ako from my cousin sa US army. Kaso I was denied 6 months ago for tourist visa i paid a travel agency 70k and she provide all the documents to embassy ofcourse fake.. I was only 20 yrs old that time sino ba naman maniniwala na may business na ko kaya siguro ako nadeny.. ngayon i just turned 21 and nagpasa ulit ako ng application.. May record kaya sila nung mga pinasa nung travel agency dati? kasi yung mga pinasa ko na documents *****:
School Documents:

• School Letter (from Ganada Language Institute)
• School Info
• Acceptance letter from Ganada
• High School Diploma
• Certificate of Enrollment for june semester here in the philippines
• Registration Form for june semester

Sponsor Documents:

• Sponsorship Letter
• Letter of Invitation
• Affidavit of support
• Payslip (mypay)
• Military id
• Officer Record Brief
• Personnel Action
• Military Order
• Passport Copy
• Bank Certificate
• Dual Citezenship of my cousin
• NSO birth cerificate

Pesonal Documents:

• NSO Birth Certificate
• Philippine Passport
• Student ID
• Parents Employment Certificate
• Land Tittle
• Parents Bank Certificate
• Personal Bank Certificate
• Certificate of car registration

The lady gave me a paper indicating the tentative releasing date and nakalagay may 7.. what do u think are the chances of me getting approved? help naman po....

[hotsexy22]

what if i dont have bank account,, kasi yung boyfriend ko dun nagwowork gusto nya me isama next month, ano ang dapat namin gawin?

[denmarck]

ang magandang puntahan sa korea yung mga nasa dramas nila...may package tour sila dun eh!

[n7610]

Meron ba website ang Korean Embassy dito sa Philippines? If wala, how will I be able to get more details and how will I be able to get the required forms that I need to fillout?

[lei22]

^ there are forms sa internet. You can google it.

And their office is at Pacific Star Building in Makati. 18th flr. Full details below:

Embassy of Korea (Republic) in Manila, Philippines
18th Floor, The Pacific Star Building
Sen. Gil Puyat corner Makati Avenue
Makati City, 1226
Metro Manila, Philippines
City: Makati City
Phone: (+63) 2 811-6139 to 44
Fax: (+63) 2 811-6148
Office Hours: 08.30-12.00 and 13.30-17.30

better call them first if you want to inquire. ^^ Good luck!

[avonlea]

guys,

You don't need a visa to South Korea, if you're a Philippine passport holder, and you are coming from Japan, Australia, Canada, New Zealand or US.

updated... if you are a Philippine passport holder and are coming from / going to Japan, Australia, Canada, New Zealand or US and you have a confirmed onward ticket AND a visa or re-entry permit from any of those countries mentioned, you could travel to Korea up to 30 days visa-free

another update... if you've been allowed entry to Korea four times within two years or ten times (in your lifetime), you could enter Korea visa-free (just make sure you have a return flight ticket, the immigration official may or may not ask to see it)

[waterwell]

nice, so if i go to japan for vacation, tapos out of the blue, i wanted a weekend stay at korea, pwede na ako pumunta nang walang visa? i like!

[Donasyl]

Eh what if po kung hindi ka pa citezen ng korea pero you have a Korean

husband at gusto mong umuwi ng Pinas for two years and then babalik

ka ulit ng korea? Is it possible?

[japanice]

updated... if you are a Philippine passport holder and are coming from / going to Japan, Australia, Canada, New Zealand or US and you have a confirmed onward ticket AND a visa or re-entry permit from any of those countries mentioned, you could travel to Korea up to 30 days visa-free

another update... if you've been allowed entry to Korea four times within two years or ten times (in your lifetime), you could enter Korea visa-free (just make sure you have a return flight ticket, the immigration official may or may not ask to see it)

@avonlea : thanks for this info. i've been searching for infos regarding the visa for korea and read that its difficult to get one. but upon reading your post i'm quite relieved to know i wouldn't be needing one. im currently staying here in japan and have a multiple re-entry sticker on my passport, just need a ticket. thanks again for the info.

[cool_egg]

updated... if you are a Philippine passport holder and are coming from / going to Japan, Australia, Canada, New Zealand or US and you have a confirmed onward ticket AND a visa or re-entry permit from any of those countries mentioned, you could travel to Korea up to 30 days visa-free

another update... if you've been allowed entry to Korea four times within two years or ten times (in your lifetime), you could enter Korea visa-free (just make sure you have a return flight ticket, the immigration official may or may not ask to see it)

wow nice! so parang transit lang. pero ok na din. i think it only means korea is not your final destination so kahit na galing ka pinas tapos punta ka korea tapos after 30 days or less may ticket ka to australia. pwede din diba? i don't know correct me if i'm wrong.

[internalmed]

one needs to secure a visa to south korea since it is not a member of ASEAN....pag ang Pinoy travels to an ASEAN member country no need for a visa..(that is what i remember from our history class)

[avonlea]

Eh what if po kung hindi ka pa citezen ng korea pero you have a Korean

husband at gusto mong umuwi ng Pinas for two years and then babalik

ka ulit ng korea? Is it possible?

possible pero syempre kumuha ka muna ng re-entry for two years para makabalik ka... or kuha ka ulit ng visa with your husband's invitation