Korea Visa from Pakistan
- Fill the form at visa.go.kr (the ONLY official portal), print and sign it.
- Submit in person at the Korean Embassy in Islamabad — you may be called for an interview.
- Bring passport, photo, flight + hotel reservations, a bank statement, and proof of your job or business.
- Confirm the current fee and processing time at the embassy — they aren't published openly. Tourist extensions are generally not granted.
Yes — Pakistani passport holders need a visa.
You'll apply for the C-3 short-term tourist visa (stay up to 90 days) at the Korean Embassy in Islamabad. Some applicants are called for an interview, and tourist-visa extensions are generally not granted. K-ETA/visa-free entry does NOT apply.
- visaC-3 short-term tourist
- stayup to 90 days
- Apply atKorean Embassy, Islamabad
- interviewpossible
- extensionsgenerally not granted
ⓘ Applications are submitted at the Embassy in Islamabad; an interview may be requested to verify your file. Tourist-visa validity is usually 90 days and extensions are generally not granted. Fees and processing times are not published in an accessible official source — confirm both at the embassy before you plan.
The application, step by step
- 1
Confirm the visa type
For tourism you want the C-3 short-term visit (tourist) visa. Gather the checklist below before you start.
- 2
Fill the form at visa.go.kr
Go to the Korea Visa Portal (visa.go.kr) — the only official site. Complete the application form, print and sign it. Make sure every detail matches your supporting documents. One form per applicant. — Korea Visa Portal
- 3
Assemble your documents
Collect the checklist below. A consistent, well-documented tourist file is the best way to avoid delays.
- 4
Submit at the Korean Embassy, Islamabad
Hand in your form and documents in person at the Embassy. Check the embassy site for current hours and whether an appointment is needed. — Korean Embassy, Pakistan
- 5
Attend an interview if asked
Some applicants are called for a short interview to verify their file. Answer honestly and consistently with your documents.
- 6
Pay & wait
Pay the visa fee and wait for the decision. Confirm the current fee and processing time at the embassy — they aren't published openly. Don't book non-refundable flights until you're approved.
- 7
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 on the Korea Visa Portal, print and sign. Every detail must match your supporting documents.
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 recent statement (with the bank's seal) showing you can fund the trip. A steady balance is far more convincing than a sudden deposit.
Employed: employment certificate + leave letter. Business owner: registration / tax documents. This helps show strong ties to Pakistan.
"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 strong reasons to return to Pakistan. Case officers look at stability and ties, not just a headline number.
- Show a consistent balance — a large deposit made days before applying looks weak.
- Pair the bank statement with proof of your job or business; strong home ties matter a lot here.
- Being sponsored? Add the sponsor's bank statement, a signed sponsorship letter, and proof of your relationship.
Mistakes that cause rejections & delays
If details on your form, documents and interview don't match, the file looks weak. Keep everything consistent and honest.
Little evidence you'll return (no steady job, business or family ties) is a common reason for refusal. Document your ties to Pakistan well.
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 Islamabad handle Korea visas — ignore look-alike sites that charge extra.
Wrong size, colored background, glasses or an old photo. Use a fresh 35 × 45 mm white-background shot.
Pakistan → Korea visa FAQ
Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for Korea?
Yes — for tourism you apply in advance for the C-3 short-term tourist visa. Pakistani passports are not visa-free and not on the K-ETA list.
Where do I apply?
In person at the Korean Embassy in Islamabad. You fill the form on the Korea Visa Portal, visa.go.kr.
Will I be interviewed?
You may be. Some applicants are called for a short interview to verify their file, so keep your documents and answers consistent.
How much does it cost and how long does it take?
The fee and processing time aren't published in an accessible official source. Confirm both at the embassy before you book flights.
Can I extend a tourist visa in Korea?
Generally no — tourist-visa extensions are usually not granted. Plan your trip within the stay you're given.
Can I get a multiple-entry visa?
Multiple-entry tourist visas are possible in some cases, but eligibility varies. Ask at the embassy about current rules for Pakistan.
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.