How to Get Korean Tourist Visit Visa from London
United Kingdom and Korea have strong bilateral relations in terms of trade, commerce and politics. Both countries share their common interest to promote peace, harmony and mutual benefits along with tourism. In order to make their relations more strong, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in London has exempted the visa option for the British nationals if they want to travel to the country for tourism purposes. However, there are some set rules that should be followed by nationals of other countries applying for the tourist visit visa from London. To facilitate those, here is a step-by-step guide to get Korean tourist visit visa from London.
Visit: Embassy of the Republic of Korea
Instructions
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Important Note
British Nationals do not require a visa to enter into the Korea for the tourism purpose. Below given procedure is for those who are the Nationals of any other country and want to apply for the Korean tourist visit visa from London.
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Application Form
First of all, you need to get a visa application form which you can download either from the official website of the Embassy of the Korean Republic or by clicking on the link that is given below.
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Requirements
Following requirements has been set by the Embassy of the Korean Republic in order to be eligible for the tourist visit visa:
(a) Completed Application form that should be signed by your own signatures
(b) A Passport sized Photograph that should be taken within the last 6 months.
(c) Bank statement clearly showing that you can bear the expenses of your trip to Korean Republic.
(d) Self addressed stamped envelope
(e) Visa Fee
You may have to submit some additional documents if you are the National of any other country living in London and want to apply for Korean tourist visit visa.
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Visa Fee
If you are the National of any other country, you can visit this link to know how much pay you will have to pay in order to get Korean tourist visit visa from London. Fee must be paid in person by postal order made payable “Embassy of the Korean Republic London” only.
You can Locate the Nearest Post Office to make Postal Order.
Remember, you should make a postal order only if you want to submit your application by postal service. Otherwise, you should pay your fee in person by visiting the Embassy of the Korean Republic in London. -
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Submission of Application
You can submit your application either in person or by using the registered postal service. If you want to submit your application by making a personal visit to the Embassy of the Korean Republic in London, you need to visit the Visa section of the Embassy. You can also send someone else on your behalf to submit an application.
Embassy of the Republic of Korea
You can also send your application by postal service. If you select this option, you need to submit a pre-paid self-addressed envelope along with your application to receive your visa. Before submission make it sure that your application is completed. Remember do not send original documents instead passport because Korean Embassy will not send back any documents in any case.
You can Locate the Nearest Post Office to send your application.
If you want to send your application using courier service, below are given some courier services in London.
DHL Express (UK) Ltd
COURIERS LONDON
Mail Boxes Etc. London Victoria
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Processing Time
All applications will be checked in five working days. If you submit your visa on Monday, you can collect or receive visa on the following Monday.
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Receive Visa
Your visa will be issued in five working days. You can collect it in person by making a visit to Embassy of the Korean Republic in London between 9:00 to 14:30. Your visa can also be sent back to you on your given address. It will be sent back to you in the self-addressed pre-paid envelope that you have sent with the application package.
