Korea Visa from Uzbekistan
- Fill the form at visa.go.kr (the ONLY official portal), then print and sign it.
- Pick a travel agency accredited by the Korean Embassy in Tashkent — only they can lodge a tourist application (no direct or online submission).
- Hand the agency your passport, photo, and flight + hotel reservations plus financial proof; they submit it to the consular section.
- Fees and processing times aren't published openly — confirm both with the agency or embassy before you plan.
Yes — Uzbekistani passport holders need a visa.
You'll apply for the C-3 short-term tourist visa (stay up to 90 days). For tourism the Korean Embassy in Tashkent accepts documents ONLY through accredited travel agencies — you can't submit directly or online. K-ETA/visa-free entry does NOT apply.
- visaC-3 short-term tourist
- stayup to 90 days
- apply viatravel agencies accredited by the Korean Embassy, Tashkent (agency list on the embassy site)
- embassyAfrosiyob Street 7, Mirabad District, Tashkent
ⓘ For tourist/visitor visas the embassy accepts documents only through accredited travel agencies listed on its official site; you cannot submit directly or online. Employment, some student, and government-program visas are submitted differently. Fees and processing times are not published in an accessible official source — confirm both with an accredited agency or 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. One form per applicant. — Korea Visa Portal
- 3
Choose an accredited travel agency
Open the Korean Embassy in Tashkent's official website and use its published list of accredited agencies. For tourism, only these agencies can submit your application — beware anyone claiming otherwise.
- 4
Assemble your documents
Collect the checklist below. The agency will tell you the exact current document list and any translations it needs.
- 5
Submit through the agency
Hand your documents to the accredited agency; they lodge the application with the embassy's consular section. You cannot submit directly or online for a tourist visa.
- 6
Pay & wait
Pay the visa fee and the agency's service charge, then wait for the decision. Confirm the current fee and processing time with the agency — they are not published openly.
- 7
Collect your passport
Collect it through the agency and check the visa sticker details (name, dates, entry type) the moment you receive it.
Document checklist — with where & how to get each
The accredited agency confirms the exact current list, but a tourist file generally includes these. For each, here is 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. One per applicant.
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/leave letter. Self-employed: business registration. Student: enrolment certificate. Retired: pension proof.
"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 Uzbekistan. Case officers look at stability, 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, business or studies; 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
For tourism the embassy accepts documents only through accredited agencies. A walk-in or online attempt won't be processed.
Only agencies on the embassy's official list can lodge a tourist application. Check the list first, and ignore anyone promising a 'guaranteed' visa.
Paying for non-refundable tickets before approval. A reservation is enough for the file.
A sudden large deposit right before applying. Show steady, explainable funds instead.
Wrong size, colored background, glasses or an old photo. Use a fresh 35 × 45 mm white-background shot.
Uzbekistan → Korea visa FAQ
Do Uzbekistani citizens need a visa for Korea?
Yes — for tourism you apply in advance for the C-3 short-term tourist visa. Uzbekistani passports are not visa-free and not on the K-ETA list.
Can I apply directly at the embassy or online?
Not for a tourist visa. The Korean Embassy in Tashkent accepts tourist applications only through travel agencies it has accredited. Employment, some student and government-program visas are submitted differently.
Where do I find the accredited agencies?
The official list is published on the Korean Embassy in Tashkent's website. Use only agencies on that list.
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 with an accredited agency or the embassy before you book flights.
Where is the embassy?
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Tashkent is at Afrosiyob Street 7, Mirabad District — but for tourism you submit through an accredited agency, not in person.
Can I get a multiple-entry visa?
Multiple-entry tourist visas are possible in some cases, but eligibility varies. Ask your accredited agency or the embassy about current rules.
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 & researched guides
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.