South Korea Tourist Visa for Pakistani Passport Holders
Fee Breakdown
Key Requirements
- ✓ Pakistani passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- ✓ Completed visa application form
- ✓ Recent passport-size photographs (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background)
- ✓ Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements for last 3-6 months)
- ✓ Confirmed return or onward flight tickets
- ✓ Hotel bookings or accommodation proof for entire stay
- ✓ No criminal record or immigration violations
- ✓ Completed e-Arrival registration prior to travel
Documents Required
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Gather all required documents as listed by the Korean Embassy in Islamabad or Korean Consulate in Karachi.
Step 2: Complete the visa application form available on the Korean Embassy website or in person at the mission.
Step 3: Submit the application in person at the Korean Embassy in Islamabad or the Korean Consulate General in Karachi.
Step 4: Pay the applicable visa fee at the time of submission.
Step 5: Await processing. Standard processing takes 5 to 10 working days.
Step 6: Collect your passport with visa from the embassy or consulate once notified.
Step 7: Register for e-Arrival (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization system) before boarding your flight to South Korea.
⚠️ Important Notes
Pakistani passport holders must apply in person at the Korean Embassy in Islamabad or the Korean Consulate General in Karachi. There is no online eVisa portal available for Pakistani passport holders at this time. Completing e-Arrival registration before departure is mandatory for all visitors to South Korea. Applicants with prior travel history to developed countries such as the USA, UK, Schengen area, Japan, or Australia tend to have stronger applications. Ensure all documents are original and consistent to avoid rejection.
Common Rejection Reasons
- ✗ Insufficient bank balance or inconsistent financial history
- ✗ Lack of strong ties to Pakistan such as employment, family, or property
- ✗ Incomplete or incorrectly filled application form
- ✗ No prior international travel history
- ✗ Inconsistencies between stated purpose and supporting documents
- ✗ Failure to provide credible accommodation or travel itinerary
- ✗ Previous visa refusals or immigration violations in any country
- ✗ Failure to complete e-Arrival registration
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Pakistani passport holders require a visa to enter South Korea. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival facility for Pakistani nationals.
Pakistani applicants can apply at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Islamabad or the Korean Consulate General in Karachi. There is currently no VFS or BLS facility for South Korea in Pakistan.
e-Arrival is South Korea's electronic arrival registration system. All foreign nationals, including Pakistani visa holders, are required to complete e-Arrival registration before boarding their flight to South Korea. It can be done online via the Korea e-Arrival portal.
While there is no fixed official minimum, it is generally recommended to show at least USD 1,000 to USD 2,000 or equivalent in your bank account, along with consistent transaction history over the past 3 to 6 months.
Multiple-entry tourist visas may be issued at the discretion of the consular officer, often based on prior travel history, financial standing, and purpose of visit. First-time applicants are most commonly issued single-entry visas.
The standard stay permitted on a tourist visa for Pakistani nationals is typically 30 days, though this can vary. The exact duration is determined by the immigration officer at the port of entry.
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