Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for a Korea - South Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa May Not Be Required
Persons attending simple business meetings or a business conference are visa exempt for 90 days. Only travelers engaged in profit-making activities are required to obtain a business visa. To qualify as visa exempt you must travel with a passport valid at least six months, possess proof of onward or return flights, documents for your next destination, and sufficient funds relative to the intended length of stay
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).
Business Introduction Letter
A letter of introduction from the applicant's Australian employer. A colour copy is acceptable. This letter must:
Be addressed to the Embassy
Be on company letterhead paper
Be written by the employer
Include the name and address of the employer
Include the full name of the applicant
Include the date of birth of the applicant
Include the passport details of the applicant
Specify the purpose of journey
Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
Specify the requested type of visa, number of entries and the length of visa required
Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department
In addition to what is in the sample, your Business Introduction Letter must include:
State the ABN of the Australian company
Be addressed to the Embassy
Include the date of birth of the applicant
Include the passport details of the applicant
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A colour copy is acceptable. This letter must:
Be on company letterhead paper
Include the name of the applicant
Specify the purpose of journey
Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
Include an acceptance of financal responsibility for the applicant
Be dated and signed by the applicant's host
Certificate of Business Registration of Company (ROC)
The applicant must supply a clear colour copy of the "Certificate of Registration of Business Name" from the company in Korea South.
Proof of Financial Means
Evidence of available funds. This must be provided as:
A current bank statement showing transactions for the last six months
Stamped by the bank
Showing the applicants name
Showing a minimum balance of $3,000
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.
Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for a Korea - South Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa Exempt
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. The traveller must:
Hold a passport valid at least six months beyond the period of intended stay, with two blank visa pages
Hold proof of sufficient funds
Hold proof of confirmed onward/return airline tickets
Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
Hold all documents required for the next destination
Hold a visa for the next country, where applicable
Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
