Korea Visa from Bangladesh
- Fill the e-Form at visa.go.kr (the ONLY official portal), then PRINT the barcoded form — since 2026 every applicant must submit the e-Form.
- Submit in person at the Korean Embassy in Dhaka (4 Madani Avenue, Baridhara), Sun–Thu 09:00–12:30.
- Bring passport, 3.5 × 4.5 cm photo, flight + hotel reservations, a 6-month bank statement AND a Bank Solvency Certificate.
- Fee ≈ US$40 single entry (US$70 double / US$90 multiple); result in about 10–15 working days.
Yes — Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa.
You'll apply for the C-3-9 short-term tourist visa (single entry, stay up to 90 days). Fill the e-Form on visa.go.kr, print the barcoded form, and submit it in person at the Korean Embassy in Dhaka. K-ETA/visa-free entry does NOT apply to Bangladeshi passports.
- visaC-3-9 short-term tourist
- entrysingle (double/multiple possible)
- stayup to 90 days
- Apply atKorean Embassy, Dhaka (e-Form via visa.go.kr)
- FeeUS$40 single / US$70 double / US$90 multiple
- Processingabout 10–15 working days
ⓘ All applicants must complete the e-Form on visa.go.kr and submit the printed, barcoded form. Bangladesh-specific: a Bank Solvency Certificate is expected alongside the 6-month bank statement. Submission at the Embassy (4 Madani Avenue, Baridhara, Dhaka-1212), Sunday–Thursday 09:00–12:30. Confirm current fees and documents at the embassy site.
The application, step by step
- 1
Confirm the visa type
For tourism you want the C-3-9 short-term visit (tourist) visa. Gather the checklist below before you start.
- 2
Fill the e-Form at visa.go.kr
Go to the Korea Visa Portal (visa.go.kr) — the only official site. Complete the e-Form, then print it: the printed form carries a barcode. Since 2026 all applicants must apply with this e-Form. One per applicant. — Korea Visa Portal
- 3
Assemble your documents
Collect every document in the checklist below. Weak financials or a wrong-format photo are the top reasons for delays.
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Submit at the Korean Embassy, Dhaka
Bring the barcoded e-Form and your documents to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, 4 Madani Avenue, Baridhara, Dhaka-1212. Submission hours are Sunday–Thursday, 09:00–12:30. — Korean Embassy, Bangladesh
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Pay the fee
Pay the visa fee — about US$40 for a single-entry short-term visa (more for double/multiple entry).
- 6
Track your application
Follow the status as instructed. Don't book non-refundable flights until you're approved; you may be asked for extra documents or an interview.
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Collect your passport
Pick it up as instructed and check the visa sticker details (name, dates, entry type) the moment you receive it.
Document checklist — with where & how to get each
This is the part every other site skips. For each document, here is exactly where you obtain it and what it must show.
Valid 6+ months beyond your trip, with at least 2 blank pages. Bring old passports too if you have them.
Complete the e-Form on the Korea Visa Portal and print it — the printout carries a barcode. Every applicant must use the e-Form.
Natural colour, plain white background, taken within the last 6 months, full face, no glasses or headwear.
A confirmed reservation/itinerary is enough — do NOT buy a paid ticket before the visa is approved.
Confirmed hotel bookings covering your stay. Staying with someone? Add an invitation letter + host's ID/ARC copy.
A 6-month personal statement with the bank's seal. A steady balance is far more convincing than a sudden deposit.
A solvency certificate from your bank — a Bangladesh-specific document usually expected alongside the statement.
Employed: employment certificate + leave letter. Business owner: trade licence (within the last year). Include an income-tax certificate if you have one.
"How much bank balance do I need?"
There is no single official minimum published for the tourist visa. What matters is proving you can comfortably fund the whole trip and have reasons to return to Bangladesh. Case officers look at stability, not just a headline number.
- Show a consistent balance over 6 months — a large deposit made days before applying looks weak.
- Pair the bank statement and Bank Solvency Certificate with your job or business proof; together they tell a credible story.
- Being sponsored? Add the sponsor's bank statement, a signed sponsorship letter, and proof of your relationship.
Mistakes that cause rejections & delays
Every applicant must fill the e-Form on visa.go.kr and submit the printed, barcoded form. An old paper form is refused.
Bangladesh applicants are usually expected to add a solvency certificate on top of the 6-month statement. Don't leave it out.
Paying for non-refundable tickets before approval. A reservation is enough for the file.
Only visa.go.kr (form) and the official Korean Embassy in Dhaka handle Korea visas — ignore look-alike sites that charge extra.
Wrong size, colored background, glasses or an old photo. Use a fresh 3.5 × 4.5 cm white-background shot.
Bangladesh → Korea visa FAQ
Do Bangladeshi citizens need a visa for Korea?
Yes — for tourism you apply in advance for the C-3-9 short-term tourist visa. Bangladeshi passports are not visa-free and not on the K-ETA list.
Where do I apply?
You fill the e-Form on the Korea Visa Portal (visa.go.kr) and submit the printed, barcoded form in person at the Korean Embassy in Dhaka (4 Madani Avenue, Baridhara).
What is the e-Form?
Since 2026 every applicant must complete the online e-Form on visa.go.kr and print it — the printout has a barcode that the embassy scans. Handwritten old forms are not accepted.
How long does it take?
Usually about 10–15 working days, and longer during peak season or if you're called for an interview or extra documents. Apply well ahead of your trip.
How much does it cost?
About US$40 for a single-entry short-term visa; roughly US$70 for double entry and US$90 for multiple entry. Amounts change — confirm the current fee at the embassy.
What is a Bank Solvency Certificate?
A letter from your bank confirming you are financially solvent. Bangladesh applicants are usually expected to submit it in addition to the 6-month bank statement.
Can I get a multiple-entry visa?
Double- and multiple-entry visas are available for a higher fee, but eligibility varies. Ask at the embassy about current rules for Bangladesh.
Do I still need the e-Arrival Card after I get the visa?
The e-Arrival Card requirement can still apply on entry. Check the entry-document rules close to your travel date on the official sites.
Official channels
Verify anything here against the official sources — fees, forms and rules do change:
Official sources
Passport-photo spec for your visa
Korea's visa photo rules are strict — getting them wrong is a common reason applications are delayed or rejected:
- 35 × 45 mm, plain white background (a software-replaced background is not accepted).
- Face 70–80% of the photo height, front view, neutral expression.
- Taken within the last 6 months; no hat, generally no glasses, no retouching.
- Online upload (Korea Visa Portal): JPEG under 200 KB, at least 413 × 531 px.
Based on the Korea Visa Portal (visa.go.kr) and consulate rules — confirm your own consulate's exact requirements.
Visa sorted? Now plan the rest of your trip
Arrival, getting around, where to stay, and what to do — the rest of your Korea trip, all here.
Travel facts are checked against official sources with a verification date. Prices, schedules and visa rules change — always confirm at the linked official source before you travel.