Visiting South Korea: Indian citizen → South Korea
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You need a visa (C-3 short-term visit)
India passport holders need a C-3 short-term visit visa to visit South Korea — apply at the Korean embassy/consulate or Korea Visa Application Center with jurisdiction over where you live.
The bottom line
- A C-3 short-term visit visa covers tourism, business or visiting family, with no paid work.
- Complete the application online (the visa portal e-Form), then submit it with your passport and supporting documents.
- Some nationalities are instead visa-free with a K-ETA — confirm your exact requirement on the official K-ETA site.
When to start
Start 7–21 days before your travel date.
In-depth, source-grounded guide for this exact situationupdated 2026-06-18
Where you'll apply
Because you live in your home country, apply at the Korean embassy/consulate or Korea Visa Application Center with jurisdiction over your area.
Confirm your exact requirement on the official K-ETA site →