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Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for a Korea - South Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa Validity
Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry must be made within the validity date specified on the visa, and the date of exit can be after the expiry date of the visa.
The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Duration of Stay
The maximum duration of stay is 90 days.
The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Be valid for six months beyond exit date
- Have two blank facing visa pages
Photograph(s)
One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w)
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation from the applicant's host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
- Be on company letter head showing the full address and contact details of the host
- Specify the purpose and duration of stay
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be dated and signed by the applicant's host
Business Introduction Letter
You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Australia mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.
Certificate of Business Registration of Company (ROC)
Applicants must include a clear copy of:
- The Certificate of Business Registration of the inviting company in South Korea
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The Certificate of Business Registration of the company/employer in Australia
Proof of Employment
Proof of Employment is required and must be provided in the form of:
- The applicants most recent payslip from the employer, showing the applicants full name, the employer name and must be dated
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and locations.
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form with an original signature (do not print double sided).
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Multiple Entry Applicants
Applicants requesting a multiple entry visa must provide an evidence of a previous visa to South Korea. The applicants must:
- Provide details at question 9.6 of the visa application form
- Supply a copy of the previous visa and the biodata page of the expired passport in addition to the current passport if it holds the previous visa
Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for a Korea - South Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa Validity
Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry must be made within the validity date specified on the visa, and the date of exit can be after the expiry date of the visa.
The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Duration of Stay
The maximum duration of stay is 90 days.
The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Be valid for six months beyond exit date
- Have two blank facing visa pages
Photograph(s)
One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w)
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).
Proof of Return Visa
Evidence of a Return Visa for Australia. This must be a current and valid Australian residency visa.
If this visa is not a physical visa label in the current passport, please submit a copy of the Australian Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) obtained from https://online.immi.gov.au/evo/firstParty?actionType=query.
Please note the following:
- If you are not a permanent resident of Australia, you are required to prove that the total length of your stay in Australia exceeds two years. This can be in the form of an International Movement Record, previous Australian visas/s, student enrolment form.
- Non-residents of Australia and citizens of certain countries may be subject to longer issuing delays than that advertised.
- On occasion, an International Movement Record or evidence in other format(s) provided by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection may be required.
Proof of Financial Means
Evidence of available funds. This must be provided as:
- A copy of a recent bank statement for the last 3 months showing a minimum balance of AU$3000.00 at the end of each month and at the end of the current/recent bank statement
or - A copy of a recent multiple bank statements for the last 3 months showing a minimum collective balance of AU$3000.00 at the end of each month and at the end of the current/recent bank statements
or - If the applicant is a minor and is being financially supported by their parents:
- Copy of the parents bank statement for the last 3 months showing a minimum balance of AU$3000.00 at the end of each month and at the end of the current/recent bank statement
- Signed letter of support from the parents
- Copy of the parents passport/id card to verify signatures
- Proof of relationship e.g. applicant’s birth certificate. If the birth certificate is in a foreign language, the same needs to be translated and attested by the issuing country's Consulate
- If the applicant is a student:
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A copy of a recent bank statement for the last 3 months showing a minimum balance of AU$3000.00 at the end of each month and at the end of the current/recent bank statement
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A letter from the School, College or University confirming that the applicant is currently a student, which must also outline the details of the course they are currently enrolled in
- A copy of a recent bank statement for the last 3 months showing a minimum balance of AU$3000.00 at the end of each month and at the end of the current/recent bank statement
Letter From Employer or Educational Institution
A letter from the applicant's employer or educational institute confirming employment/enrolment. This letter must:
- Be less than one month old
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant
- Include the applicant's position
- Include the applicant's start date at the company
- Specify travel dates and reason for the trip
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form with an original signature (do not print double sided).
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Multiple Entry Applicants
Applicants requesting a multiple entry visa must provide an evidence of a previous visa to South Korea. The applicants must:
- Provide details at question 9.6 of the visa application form
- Supply a copy of the previous visa and the biodata page of the expired passport in addition to the current passport if it holds the previous visa
Proof of Residency
Evidence of a Return Visa for Australia. This must be a current and valid Australian residency visa.
If this visa is not a physical visa label in the current passport, please submit a copy of the Australian Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) obtained from https://online.immi.gov.au/evo/firstParty?actionType=query.
Please note: On occasion, an International Movement Record or evidence in other format(s) provided by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection may be required.Please note: Non-residents of Australia and citizens of certain countries may be subject to longer issuing delays than that advertised.
