Visitor & short-stay visas
South Korean C-3 Short-Term Visit Visa
A short-stay visa covering tourism, business meetings, family visits, medical treatment, transit and similar purposes for up to 90 days.
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Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official South Korea government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Short-Term Visit (C-3)
- Route type
- Short-stay visitor visa
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days
- Work permitted
- No paid employment
Who it is for
- Tourists and short-term visitors from countries that need a visa
- People visiting family or friends in Korea
- Business visitors attending meetings or non-profit business activity
- Travellers transiting or coming for medical treatment or events
What you can do
- Stay for tourism, family visits or business meetings for up to 90 days
- Attend events, cultural activities, training or conferences
- Cannot take up paid employment (a work visa is required for that)
How to apply
- Apply at a Korean embassy or consulate, or online via the Korea Visa Portal where eligible
- Submit passport, application form, photo and purpose-of-visit evidence
- Pay the applicable visa fee
- Provide invitation or supporting documents where required
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.