Some nationalities are visa-free with a K-ETA instead of needing this visa

Some nationalities are visa-free with a K-ETA instead of needing this visa — confirm your exact requirement on the official K-ETA site.

A visa is permission to travel, not a guarantee of entry

A visa is permission to travel, not a guarantee of entry — the immigration officer decides on arrival.

Visit — C-3 short-term visit visa: Indonesian citizen in Indonesia → South Korea

🇮🇩 nationality: Indonesia🇮🇩 lives in: Indonesia🇰🇷 going to: South Koreaupdated 2026-06-18

Indonesian citizens need a C-3 short-term visit visa for South Korea — apply at the Korean embassy/consulate or Korea Visa Application Center for where you live.

What this visa is for

South Korea C-3 short-term visit visa for tourism, business or visiting family (no paid work); stays of up to 90 days.

Validity: 3 months (single entry), 6 months (double entry), or up to 5 years (multiple entry) — decided by the consulate
Entries: Single, double or multiple entry
Max stay per visit: Up to 90 days per visit

official source →

When to start

Start 7–21 days before your travel date.

The low end assumes everything goes smoothly; the high end leaves margin for delays and passport hiccups. You can apply at most 90 days ahead.

Pick your travel date — every deadline below updates instantly:

When do you want to travel?

You're on track — start by 17 Sept 2026 to be ready in time.

Prepare your application form, photo and documentsstart by 17 Sept 2026

Complete the visa application form and prepare one white-background passport photo, plus supporting documents (proof of funds, itinerary, accommodation).

takes ~1 day

Source: overseas.mofa.go.kr · updated 2026-06-17

Submit your applicationstart by 26 Sept 2026

Submit your application and passport (valid at least 6 months) at the Korean embassy/consulate or Korea Visa Application Center with jurisdiction over where you live.

depends on where you livetakes ~1 day

Source: overseas.mofa.go.kr · updated 2026-06-17

Wait for the decisionstart by 3 Oct 2026

Standard processing is about 4 working days from the day of submission.

takes ~4 days

Source: overseas.mofa.go.kr · updated 2026-06-17

What you'll need

Visa application form + photo — A completed visa application form with one passport photo taken against a white background. ✓ verified
Passport — Passport valid at least 6 months, with the original and a clear copy of the bio-data page. ✓ verified
Proof of funds — Recent bank account statements showing sufficient funds for your visit. ✓ verified·
Itinerary & accommodation — Evidence of your travel itinerary and accommodation in Korea. ✓ verified·

Where you'll apply

Indonesian citizens apply at the Korean embassy/consulate or Korea Visa Application Center with jurisdiction over where you live.

Apply on the official site (visa.go.kr) →

Fees

C-3 short-term visit visa

Fee varies by nationality and number of entries — confirm on the visa portal

varies

Official fees are set on the Korea visa portal; confirm the current amount for your nationality before you apply.

Gotchas to watch

Some nationalities are visa-free with a K-ETA instead of needing this visa — confirm your exact requirement on the official K-ETA site.
A visa is permission to travel, not a guarantee of entry — the immigration officer decides on arrival.