Download Visa Application Form

• Visa Application Form  (download visa application : file 1 (visa application) file 2 (visa issuence no visa application) Please choose according to your purpose.
• please fill out the following sections if you are :
  - C3 type visa applicant : 1,3,4,9 and 12
  * Any other visa applicants : fill out all the sections

Consular Jurisdiction of Atlanta

The jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the ROK in Atlanta encompasses Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, North and South Carolinas, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands. If you live outside of these areas, please refer to "About the Mission" > "Consular Jurisdiction" to find the Consulate that would have jurisdiction over your state.

Submitting Your Visa Application

You may either submit your visa application in-person at our office during normal business hours or you may submit your application via mail.

• (1) Submitting your visa application via mail
• If you submit your visa application by mail, please use express/certified mail so that you may track it later. The Consulate is not responsible for any items lost in the mail.
  
  
• Our mailing address is: Consulate General of the Republic of Korea
                             Attn: Visa Services
                             229 Peachtree St NE
                             Suite 2100 International Tower
                             Atlanta, Georgia 30303
  

• (2) Receiving your visa
  • We are NOT responsible for any lost items caused by mailing. We recommend you to visit our office in person to pick up your visa, but you can choose alternative options for your convenience at your own risk.
  • If you would like your visa returned by mail, you must enclose a postage-paid, self-addressed envelope. We accept either FedEx, UPS or the US Postal Service.
  • Please note: We do not accept FedEx, UPS shipping labels where the account or credit card information has been written in. All return shipping must be pre-paid or we will not ship your package back.
  • FedEx or UPS users must use "prepaid" shipping label (printed and attached), and not the airbill label.
  • USPS Express Mail ($26.35 stamp + return address label)
  • USPS Priority Mail + USPS Tracking label ($7.75 stamp + return address label)
  • If you would like to pick your visa up in-person, please do not include a return envelope.
• (3) How to pay the visa fee
  • Fees must be paid by cash or money order (Payable to: Korean Consulate General) ONLY. We do NOT accept personal checks and debit/credit cards.
  • Please refer to "Visa Fees" below to find out how much the visa fee is for you.
• (4) Application processing times
• - All visa issuances will take up to 2-3 weeks.
• - All visa requirement must be Health Condition Report Form and Doctor's Note (Doctor's statement stating that there are no symptoms of COVID19)
• D-2 VISA High Risk Countries (19)  Camboida, Myanmar, Philippines, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Mongolia, Indonesia, India, Nepal, vietnam, Thailand, Russia (Federal), Malaysia, Uzbekistan, China, Sri Lanka, East Timor, Kyrgyzstan, Laos

  (Only the above countries receive TB TEST)

• Types of Visas and Required Documents

  (Ref. 'Hi Korea' website: http://www.hikorea.go.kr/pt/InfoDetailR_en.pt?categoryId=2 )

Types of Visas and Required Documents

Type of Visa	Purpose of Travel
A1	Diplomatic
A-2	Official Duty
A-3	Military Dependents or Official Duty
C-1	Temporary News Coverage
C-3-4	Short-Term Business
C-3-9	Tourist for Non-Exempt Passport-holders
C-4	Short term English Instructors
D-1	Culture/Art Invitation
D-2	Students
D-3	Technical Trainees
D-4	General Trainees
D-5	Residence Reporters
D-6	Religious Workers
D-7	Intra-company Transferees
D-8	Treaty Investors
D-9	Treaty Traders
E-1	Professors
E-2	Teaching Foreign Language
E-3	Research
E-4	Special Technology Instruction
E-5	Specialty Occupation
E-6	Arts and Entertainment
E-7	Particular Occupation
F-1	Joining Korean Family
F-3	Accompanying
F-4	US Citizen with Korean Heritage

※ Highlighted visas are the most common, and the lists of required documents are below. If you need to apply for one of the non-highlighted visas, please contact the consulate to determine what documents you will need to submit.
** If necessary, additional documents may be requested at any time during the evaluation process.
** Mandatory requirements for applicants who have Korean heritage, including second generation Korean-American: If you are applying for a visa, please submit the copies of (1) the applicant’s birth certificate, and (2) US Naturalization Certificate OR US Permanent Resident Card of both parents in addition to the listed requirements.

 

Types of Visas and Required Documents

Type of Visa	Required Documents
A-3 Military Dependents ※ Note: Dependents who are not included on the Temporary Duty Orders can apply for the F-1 Visa	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Copy of Principal’s Temporary Duty Order Must have either “Dependents- Yes” or list the names of the dependents*** Copy of Applicant’s Military ID Copy of Principal’s Military ID Dependents must also provide Copy of Marriage Certificate (for Spouse) Copy of Birth Certificate (for children) Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa)
A-3 Official Duty ※ Note: Dependents who are not included on the Temporary Duty Orders can apply for the F-1 Visa	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Copy of Temporary Duty Orders or Military Contract Copy of Military ID or CAC card Dependents must also provide Copy of Marriage Certificate (for Spouse) Copy of Birth Certificate (for children) Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa)
C-3-4 Short Term Business Visa	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Original documents proving applicant’s business activities such as: L/C, Invoice Contract, company letter on letterhead stating purpose, length of stay, and responsibilities Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
C-3-9 Tourist Visa ※ Note: Please refer to "Consular/Visa Service" > "Visa Exemption" for a list of countries with visa waiver agreements and transit tourist information	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed forsigned for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
C-4 Short Term Work Visa	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Original Employment Contract Copy of Certificate for Business Registration of employer Letter from company that explains the purpose of travel to Korea Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
C-4 Short Term English Instructor	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Original Employment Contract Apostilled Diploma (please see Apostille Section under the Consular Affairs tab) Apostilled FBI Criminal Background Check   Copy of Certificate for Business Registration of school Copy of Schools' Continuing Education Facility License English Camp Schedule with the instructor's working hours Resume Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
D-2 Student Visa	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo ORIGINAL Certificate of Admission issued by the college or university Payment receipt or Bank Statement Transcript or Diploma Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Tuberculosis (TB) Test (File 1 : Make sure to attach) No US citizenship required Visa Fee (please find details below) For an individual who is researching at an educational/scientific research organization, the following must ALSO be provided Substantiating documents for the research Certificate from the most recent school Letter of personal security assurance (form 129)
D-6 Religious Worker	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number Copy of Contract or Orders Non US citizens must alsosubmit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
D-9 Treaty Traders	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number OR : 1. Statement of employment 2. Copy of the register book OR certificate of business registration 3. Documents regarding business fund borrowing OR a copy of the business project 4. Receipt of annual tax-payment Copy of Contract Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
E-1 Professor Visa	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number (if applicable Employment contract Detailed Resume Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel(F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
E-2 Teaching English If you received a Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number ※ Please note: Only the passport with attached visa will be returned. No other documents will be returned.	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number Copy of employment contract (does not need to be signed by the employer) Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
E-2 Teaching English If you received a Notice of Appointment (EPIK particiants) ※ Please note: Only the passport with attached visa will be returned. No other documents will be returned.	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Original Contract Original Notice of Appointment (copies will not be accepted) Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
E-2 Teaching English If you are with the TaLK program ※ Please note: Only the passport with attached visa will be returned. No other documents will be returned.	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Original TaLK Invitation Letter Original TaLK Contract Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
E-7 Particular Occupation	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number Employment contract OR Invitation Letter OR Appointment Letter Non US citizens must alsosubmit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
F-1 Joining Korean Family Visa ※ For dependents of F-4, and A-3 who are not included on the Temporary Duty Orders	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Documents proving relationship of family or relatives(certificate of marriage & family register OR certificate of birth) Letter of personal reference *Those adopted abroad are required to submit a letter of confirmation by the adoption agency or statement of adoptive parents Identity Guarantee Bank Statement For military dependents not applying for an A-3: A copy of your Military ID and a copy of the Military ID of the person you are accompanying Non US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
F-3 Accompanying Family Visa ※ For dependents of D-1, D-2, D-4 ~ E-7 visa	Visa Application Form Valid Passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 1 Passport Photo Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number (if applicable) Documents verifying their family relationship (certificate of marriage for spouse or certificate of birth for child) Copy of contract, duty orders, or Statement of Employment for family member you are accompanying Non-US citizens must also submit a copy of : valid US permanent resident card or (a) valid U.S. visa (b) I-94 record (www.cbp.gov/i94) (c) I-20 or DS-2019 that has been recently signed for travel (F-1/2 and J-1/2 visa) Visa Fee (please find details below)
F-4 Korean Heritage Visa ※ For former Korean nationals who renounced the Korean nationality and for second generation Korean-Americans who are not dual citizen	Eligibility for an F-4 Visa (for second generation Korean-American): (A) If you are a foreign born, you must be over 22 years of age by May 4, 2010 and must NOT be listed on your Korean Family Census Registry. (B) If your parent(s) are naturalized US citizens, they must have renounced Korean nationality. Required Documents: (A) Renouncement of Korean Nationality for the parent(s): 1. 2 Applications for Renouncement of Korean Nationality * 2. 2 Verifications of Identity * 3. 2 copies of Petition for Name Change 4. 3 copies of the applicant's US Naturalization Certificate 5. 3 copies of the applicant's US Passport 6. 3 copies of the applicant's 기본증명서_Identity Certificate 7. 3 copies of the applicant's 가족관계증명서_Family Relations Certificate 8. 2 passport photos 9. 2 letter envelopes each with a forever stamp and a return address (B) F-4 Visa for visa applicant: 1. Valid passport (must have at least 6 months of validity left and have at least 2 blank visa pages) 2. Visa application form 3. Visa Fee (please find details below) 4. 1 passport photo 5. 1 copy of birth certificate * More details about the Renouncement of Korean Nationality, as well as the forms (application for renouncement and verificateion of identity) are available at the Korean side of our website.

Visa Fees

• Visa Fees may vary based on the country of citizenship and its agreements with the Repulic of Korea.

   

• For the U.S. citizens, regardless of the visa type and length of stay: $45 (USD)

 

• If you are a citizen of the following countries, please check with the consulate to determine the correct amount.
  - United Kingdom, Austria, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz Republic, Ghana, Russia, Iran, Azerbaijan, Senegal, Australia, and Vietnam
• For all other countries:
  - Single-entry visa (less than 90 days): $40 (USD)
  - Single-entry visa (more than 91 days): $60 (USD)
  - Multiple-entry visa: $90 (USD)
  - Double-entry visa: $70 (USD)

※ Notice: Newly revised visa fees have been applied.(The effective date: 2014-01-01)

※ All fees must be paid by cash or money order (Payable to: Korean Consulate General) ONLY. We do NOT accept personal checks and debit/credit cards.

※ Please be advised, NOT ALL countries and visa types allow multiple entry. Please check with the consulate to inquire about the eligiblity for a multiple entry visa.

※ Any visa applicant may apply for a double entry visa if necessary; please include a brief note of request and the double-entry visa fee.

Visa Fee Exemptions (Due to covid 19, the following countries need a Korean visa)

• Visa Fee Exmeptions

  Exempted country	Exempt condition
  Spain, Italy, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan, Ukraine	All kinds of visas
  Sweden	Only for visas within 90 days
  Columbia, Barbados, Peru, Liberia, Dominican Republic	Only for visas over 91 days
  Paraguay, Benin, Romania, Brazil, Uruguay, Cyprus, Guatemala, Mexico, Algeria	Only for the diplomatic or official passports, and for visas over 91 days
  Mongolia, Venezuela	Only for the diplomatic or official passports, and for visas over 31 days
  Philippines	Only for the Business(C-3-4) or Tourist (C-3-1) Visas within 59 days
  Australia	Only for the Business(C-3-4) Visa within 90 days
  Germany	Only for D-2, D-4, D-7, D-8, D-9, E-7 visas

  ※ The fee is exempted for people of country under the fee-exempt agreement with Republic of Korea

  Frequently Asked Questions about Filling out the Visa Application Form

  Section 3.

  You may leave this blank.

  Section 12. National Identity Number

  You may leave this blank. Please do not put your Social Security Number here.

  Section 14. Classification

  If you have an Ordinary Passport, please put OR; if you have a Diplomatic Passport please put DP; if you have an Official or Military Passport, please put OF

  Section 15. Place of Issue

  Please put the Country your passport was issued in. Exp: US

  Sections 18-20. Occupation

  Your current occupation in the US. If you are a student, please put student. If you are unemployed please put N/A or unemployed and leave the rest of the section blank

  Section 26. Purpose of Entry

  Please put the reason for your travel to Korea. For example: If you are applying for an E2 visa, please put “English Teacher”

  Section 28. Potential Date of Entry

  If you do not know your exact date of entry, please put a date close to when you think you may be entering Korea.

  Sections 30-31. Address and Phone Number in Korea

  If you do not know your address and phone number in Korea and you are going to Korea to work or go to school. Please put your employer’s/school’s information here. If you are going to Korea as a tourist, you may fill in these sections with the hotel address & telephone number. If you are accompanying or joining family, please put either their address or their work information here.

  Section 32. Expense of Stay

  If you are paying your own expenses for this trip, please put self. If your school or employers are paying for your expenses, please put school or employer.

  Section 34. Accompanying Family

  If you are accompanying family, please put their information here. If you are not accompanying family, please leave this section blank.

  Section 35. Guarantor or Reference in Korea

  If you are going to Korea to work or attend school, please put your employer’s/ school director’s information here. We do not need their gender/birthdates/nationality. For relationship, please put employer.
  If you are going to Korea for tourism purposes, you may leave this section blank.