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Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for a Korea - South Visa for Australian Citizens

1. ETA Eligibility

   Travelers attending unpaid business meetings or business conferences may apply for a Business ETA. Please return to our homepage and select "Business Electronic" from our list of travel purposes.

   Travelers engaged in profit-making activities must apply for a traditional business visa. Please follow the instructions below to obtain your business visa

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
   • Have two blank facing visa pages

5. 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).

6. 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 

7. 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.

8. 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

   • The Certificate of Business Registration of the company/employer in Australia

9. 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

10. 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.

11. Medical Certificate

    Applicants must provide a medical certificate stating that they do not show any symptoms of COVID-19, tuberculosis or any respiratory disease.

12. Supplementary Form

    Applicants must provide a Health Condition Report Form which can be found within the CIBTvisas Application Pack.

13. Consent Form

    Applicants must provide a Consent to Quarantine Form which can be found within the CIBTvisas Application Pack.

14. Visa Application Form

    Complete your South Korea visa application form by logging onto https://cibtvisas.com.au/formfill-order/korea-form after you have placed your order. This will ensure your documentation is accurately prepared and correctly submitted according to consular guidelines.
    
    Alternatively, the visa application form can be filled in by the applicant. The application form must:

    • Include answers for all fields
    • Display your full name as it appears in your passport
    • Be signed

15. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

16. 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

1. Eligibility and Documentation

   The Government of South Korea utilises an electronic travel authorization (ETA) issuance system. The ETA is an electronic authorization issued by the government granting entry into South Korea. It is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.

   To be eligible the traveller must:

   • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return flights
   • Hold proof of hotel reservation
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination

   
   To complete the order form the traveller must provide:

   • A photograph
   • A copy of the passport information page

   
   Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.