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South korean visa: list of travel agencies accredited by the embassy.

How and where to apply for a South Korea Visa in the Philippines? Who are the accredited travel agencies that are dsignated to accept Korean visa application?

South korea visa application designated travel agencies accredited by the embassy.

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Where to Apply for Korean Visa: A Complete List of Accredited Travel Agencies

This page provides the full updated list of accredited travel agencies for the Korean visa application. It’s sorted according to location, so you can easily find agencies in your area.

If you want to learn how to apply and get approved for a Korean visa (most importantly Korean tourist visa), we recommend this comprehensive guide updated for 2019. 

1. Blue Horizons Travel and Tours Inc.

• Mezzanine Floor, Sarabia-Co-Torralba Bldg., CPG Ave., Tagbilaran City, Bohol
• Contact information: (038) 411-2984 / [email protected]

2. Grand Hope Travel, Inc.

• 2/F Galleria Luisa Building, C. Gallares St., Tagbilaran City, Bohol
• Contact information: (038) 501-8588 / [email protected]
• 46-D, D’Mall de Boracay, Balabag, Boracay, Malay, Aklan
• Contact information: (036) 288-4901 / [email protected]

2. HanaTour Manila Inc.

• Hennan Lagoon Bldg., Station 2, Balabag, Boracay, Malay, Aklan
• Contact information: (036) 288-2626

3. Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc.

• Regency Lagoon Bldg. A, Balabag, Malay, Aklan
• Contact information: (036) 288-2419 / 288-2420 / [email protected]
• Visa processing fee: Php 700

First United Travel Inc.

• 2/F Abary Square Bldg. 1733 Año cor. F. Vergel De Dios St., Poblacion, Baliuag, Bulacan
• Contact information: (044) 892-0746 / 766-1939 / [email protected]
• Visa processing fee: Php 1,200

Cagayan de Oro.

Rakso air travel and tours inc..

• 2/F VLC Tower 1 Upper Carmen, Pueblo de Oro, IT Park cor. Gran Via Trade St. Cagayan de Oro City
• Contact information: (088) 881-8811 / 881-9419 / [email protected]

1. Getaway Tours International Inc. (Dasma Branch).

• UGF 156, SM City Dasmariñas, Sampaloc I, Dasmariñas City, Cavite
• Contact information: (046) 432-3387 / (02) 843-5902 / [email protected] / [email protected]

2. Getaway Tours International Inc. (General Trias Branch).

• Level 2 – Unit 200-A, Robinsons Place, General Trias, Cavite
• Contact information: (046) 436-2112 / (02) 703-2612 / [email protected]

1. Adventure International.

• 2/F Mahogany Place, Pope John Paul II Ave., Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 238-3076 / [email protected]

2. Blue Horizons Travel and Tours Inc.

• Unit 10F MSY Tower, Pescadores Road, Cebu Business Park
• Contact information: (032) 232-8886 / [email protected]

3. First United Travel Inc.

• Unit 118 The QC Pavilion, Gorordo Ave., Lahug, Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 266-1841 / 412-0863 / [email protected]

4. Grand Hope Travel, Inc. (Main Office).

• Lower Ground Level, SM City, Juan Luna Ave. Extension, Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 233-8530 / 234-0764 / 233-8263 / 234-0767 / [email protected]

5. Grand Hope Travel, Inc. (Ayala Branch).

• Level 4 Ayala Center Cebu, Archbishop Reyes Ave., Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 268-9009 / 268-9008 / [email protected]

6. Grand Hope Travel, Inc. (Fuente Branch).

• G/F Dona Luisa Building, Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 255-4089 / 255-4091 / [email protected]

7. HanaTour Manila Inc.

• 3/F BF Pajo Bldg. ML Quezon Ave., Pajo, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu
• Contact information: (032) 236-4287

8. Hankookceb Corp.

• Room 301 Trans Asia Building, MJ Cuenco Ave. cor. Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 238-2595 / (070) 4645-7283 / [email protected]
• Visa processing fee: Php 800

9. JTB Asia Pacific Phil. Corp.

• 2/F, J Centre Mall, V. Albano, Mandaue City, Cebu
• Contact information: (032) 260-8024
• Visa processing fee: Php 500

10. Pan Pacific Travel Corporation.

• Suite No. 6, Diplomat Hotel, 90 F. Ramos St., Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 254-0343 / 254-0345 / 254-0347 / 254-0349 / [email protected]

11. Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc.

• 2/F The Walk, Cebu IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 340-2000 / [email protected]

12. The Baron Travel Corporation.

• Unit H Capitol Commercial Complex, N. Escario St., Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 255-6095 / [email protected]

13. TravelServices Inc.

• 4/F, Metrobank Plaza Building, Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 806-7505 / 253-5808 / 255-7374 / [email protected]

14. Uni-Orient Travel, Inc.

• 2/F Capitol Square, Escario St., Cebu City
• Contact information: (032) 253-1866
• Level 1 Unit 111B-112, Robinsons Cybergate Mall Davao, J.P. Laurel St., Bajada, Davao City
• Contact information: (082) 287-8200 / [email protected]

1. Constellation Travels, Inc.

• G/F Door 2, Manfred’s Building, 22 Gen. Luna St., Iloilo City
• Contact information: (033) 514-1066 / (0956) 660-0645 / [email protected]

2. Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc.

• G/F Unit 23 City Times Square, Iloilo City Center, Sen. Benigno S. Aquino Ave., Iloilo City
• Contact information: (033) 327-4249 / 327-4254 / 327-4253 / (0917) 633-3793 / (0999) 227-0170 / [email protected]

TravelServices Inc.

• 2/F J. Alcasid Business Center, Crossing St., Calamba City, Laguna
• Contact information: (032) 806-7503 / (049) 508-2512 to 13 / [email protected]

Reli Tours and Travel Company.

• SM Southmall, Alabang-Zapote Road, Las Piñas
• Contact information: (02) 692-1112 / (0966) 442-2355 / (0939) 627-9133 / [email protected]

G/3-4F Eurovilla 2, V.A. Rufino St., Legaspi Village, Makati

Contact information: (02) 884-9400 / [email protected]

2. Ark Travel Express, Inc.

• Unit Lower Ground 3, 4 & 14, 146 Alfaro Place, L.P. Leviste St. Salcedo Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 816-6416 / 816-2201 / 815-2296 / 893-7294 / 893-4979 / 894-3372 / [email protected] / [email protected]
• Visa processing fee: Php 1,500

3. Blue Horizons Travel and Tours Inc.

• 23/F Pacific Star Building, Makati Ave., Makati
• Contact information: (02) 988-5000 / [email protected]

4. Casto Travel Philippines Inc.

• 2/F Tuscan Bldg., 114 V.A. Rufino St., Legaspi Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 810-0079 / [email protected]

5. City Travel and Tours Corporation.

• LG8 Cityland 10 Tower 1, H.V. Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 812 9111 / (0918) 291-9977 / (0923) 733-2780 / (0917) 885-2780 / [email protected]

6. Constellation Travels, Inc.

• 5/F Merry Land Plaza, 1157 Chino Roces Ave., San Antonio Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 224-1730 local 702 / 224-1758 / [email protected]

7. First United Travel Inc.

• Garden Level, Corinthian Plaza, 121 Paseo De Roxas, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 818-7181 / 459-0900 / [email protected]
• Unit 201 Buma Building, Metropolitan Ave., San Antonio, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 776-0253 / [email protected]
• Unit G3-315B, 3/F Glorietta 3, Ayala Center, Makati
• Contact information: (0998) 842-2118

10. Las Palmas Tours and Travel Agency, Inc.

• UG1 146 Alfaro Place Bldg, L.P. Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 840-1363 to 65 / 810-0107 to 08 / 810-0226 to 27 / 817-1224 / 892-3663 / 810-0172

11. Marsman Drysdale Travel Inc.

• 19/F Robinsons Summit Center, 6783 Ayala Ave., Makati
• Contact information: (02) 887-0000 / [email protected]

12. North Star International Travel, Inc.

• 19/F Trident Tower, 312 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati
• Contact information: (02) 485-7272 / [email protected]

13. Pan Pacific Travel Corporation.

• Unit LG-1 Herrera Tower Condominium, 98 V.A. Rufino cor. Valero St., Salcedo Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 810-8551 to 56 / [email protected]

14. Rajah Travel Corporation.

• 3/F 331 Building, Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati
• Contact information: (02) 894-0886 / (0917) 527-4649 / [email protected]

15. Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc.

• 3/F Rico Building, 112 Aguirre St., Legaspi Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 651-9000 / [email protected]

16. Reli Tours and Travel Company.

• 3/F Dusit Thani Hotel, Ayala Center, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 894-1210 / [email protected]

17. Sharp Travel Service (Phils.) Inc.

• Suite 504 Alexander House Bldg., 132 Amorsolo St., Legaspi Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 817-0071 to 74 local 315 / [email protected]

18. Swire Travel Philippines Inc.

• Units C & D, 6/F, Country Space I Building, Sen. Gil Puyat Ave, Salcedo Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 817-1082 / 781-2500 / (0977) 387-9721 / (0933) 043-9594 / (0908) 885-7602 / (0925) 369-7210 / [email protected] / [email protected]

19. The Baron Travel Corporation.

3/F PCCI Corporate Center, 118 L.P. Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati

Contact information: (02) 817-4926 / [email protected]

20. TravelServices Inc.

• 2/F Trinity Insurance Center, 7504 Bagtikan St., San Antonio, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 706-8600 / [email protected]

21. Uni-Orient Travel, Inc.

• I Care Bldg., 167 Legaspi cor. De La Rosa St., Legaspi Village, Makati
• Contact information: (02) 818-9585

Mandaluyong.

1.  aboex travel and tours..

• Unit 14 Upper Ground Globe Tower Plaza, 1 Pioneer cor. Madison St., Mandaluyong
• Contact information: (077) 722-2141 / (02) 246-1518

2. Reli Tours and Travel Company.

• SM Megamall, EDSA cor. Julia Vargas Ave., Mandaluyong
• Contact information: (02) 692-1114 / (0966) 442-2234 / (0919) 952-8422 / [email protected]

3. Travel Pros.

• 5/F SM Megamall Bldg. B, EDSA cor. Julia Vargas Ave., Mandaluyong
• Contact information: (02) 634-0265 / 636-1687 / (0917) 886-6578 / [email protected]
• Visa processing fee: Php 950

1. Budget Travel and Tours Inc.

• Suite 3, Metropolitan Tower, Mabini St., Malate, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 523-8120 to 26 / [email protected]

2. Getaway Tours International Inc.

• 576 San Andres St. near corner Adriatico St., Malate, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 524-2202 / 524-2252 / 354-4268 / 353-0100 / 354-4763 / [email protected]

3. Horizon Travel & Tours, Inc. (Main Office).

• 490 Potenciana Mansion, Sta. Monica St., Ermita, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 328-3388 / 521-2586 / [email protected]

4. Horizon Travel & Tours, Inc. (Binondo Branch).

• 345 San Vicente cor. T. Pinpin St., Binondo, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 310-2308 to 09 / 986-2717 / [email protected]

5. International Journeys Inc.

• Unit 2 3/F Altra Center Building, Jorge Bocobo St., Malate, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 400-0550

6. Las Palmas Tours and Travel Agency, Inc.

• G/F Unit B2 Imperial Bayfront Tower, 1642 A. Mabini St., Malate, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 711-7069 / 711-7072 / 711-7074 to 76

7. Pan Pacific Travel Corporation (Head Office).

• 353 E.T. Yuchengco St., Binondo, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 243-6666 / [email protected]

8. Pan Pacific Travel Corporation (Ermita Branch).

• G/F Pacific Place Apartelle Suites, 539 Arquiza St., Ermita, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 523-1990 / 526-6427 / [email protected]

9. Rajah Travel Corporation.

• G/F GLC Building, A. Mabini cor. T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 523-8801 / 894-0886 / (0917) 527-4649 / [email protected]

10. Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc. (Binondo Branch).

• 517-519 Tomas Mapua St., Santa Cruz, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 244-3501 to 02 / [email protected]

11. Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc. (Manila Branch).

• Unit G-06 Malate Adriatico Grand Residences, 1415 Adriatico St., Ermita, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 354-1000 / [email protected]

12. Reli Tours and Travel Company.

• 4/F Lucky Chinatown, Reina Regonte cor. Dela Reina St., Binondo, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 242-0640 / (0906) 492-1000 / [email protected]

13. Uni-Orient Travel, Inc.

• 447 Juan Luna St., Binondo, Manila
• Contact information: (02) 243-3888 / [email protected]

Muntinlupa.

• Unit 4018 3/F Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa
• Contact information: (02) 850-5455 / 850-5463 / 807-6821 / [email protected]

2. Swire Travel Philippines Inc.

• The Bellevue Alabang, Muntinlupa
• Contact information: (02) 771-8181 local 8028 / (0925) 4945-155 / [email protected]

1. City Travel and Tours Corporation.

• Unit 201 2F Diamond Spring Hotel Bldg. Mc Arthur Highway, Balibago, Angeles City, Pampanga
• Contact information: (045) 405-0317 / (0918) 233-2144 / (0922) 863-6006 / (0915) 762-2882 / [email protected]

2. Las Palmas Tours and Travel Agency, Inc.

• Unit 2, Consunji St., Brgy. Sto Rosario, San Fernando, Pampanga
• Contact information: (045) 435-1177 / 435-1977 / 435-1016
• 2/F #1 Quad 2 Plaridel St., Nepo Center, Brgy. Sto. Rosario Angeles City, Pampanga
• Contact information: (045) 888-1010 / [email protected]

4. Swire Travel Philippines Inc.

• Midori Clark Hotel and Casino Kalayaan St., C.M. Recto Ave., Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga
• Contact information: (045) 499-1105 / (0932) 426-0819 / [email protected]

Getaway Tours International Inc.

• G/F WSCT 026 Waltermart, Brgy. San Isidro, Dr. Santos Ave., Sucat, Parañaque
• Contact information: (02) 820-1707 / 820-1504 / 820-4238 / [email protected] / [email protected]

1. Come on Phils. Golf & Travel Agency Inc.

• U-PXA 03A Hobbies of Asia 8, Diosdado Macapagal Blvd., Pasay
• Contact information: (02) 810-1959
• 4/F One E-Com Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay
• Contact information: (02) 856-9741

3. Island Resort Club Tour Services, Inc. (JOINenJOY).

• Unit 109-P, G/F Five-Ecom Center, Pacific Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay
• Contact information: (02) 708-2000 / [email protected]
• Visa processing fee: Php 1,000

4. JTB Asia Pacific Phil. Corp.

• G/F Unit 107, Entertainment Mall, New South Wing, SM Mall of Asia
• Contact information: (0949) 994-0249

1. KP JOEUN Consultancy Inc.

• Retail 9, Goldland Millenia Tower, J. Escriva Drive, Ortigas Center, Pasig
• Contact information: (02) 854-5514 / 451-1282 / 998-6639

2. MNK Travel & Tours Corp.

• 802 One Corp. Center, Julia Vargas cor. Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig
• Contact information: (02) 687-4443

3. Party-on Travel and Tour Community, Inc.

• Unit C2 17/F Strata 100 Bldg., F. Ortigas Jr. Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig
• Contact information: (02) 470-2000

4. Uni-Orient Travel, Inc.

• Unit 2101 East Tektite Tower, Philippine Stock Exchange, Ortigas Center, Pasig
• Contact information: (02) 705-2222

Travel Pros.

• 2/F A-Square Town Center, Doña Tating St., Tiaong, Quezon
• Contact information: (042) 652-2268 / (0922) 816-1703 / [email protected]

Quezon City.

• Shop 47, Shopwise Arcade, Times Square Ave., Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City
• Contact information: (02) 352-7466 / [email protected]

2. JTB Asia Pacific Phil. Corp.

• 4/F Japan Town Retail 2, Level 4, Ayala Malls Vertis North, Quezon City
• Contact information: (02) 932-5600

3. Travel Pros (SM Fairview Branch).

• LGF, Main Bldg., SM City Fairview, Quezon City
• Contact information: (02) 939-6023 / 938-8742 / (0917) 886-6575 / [email protected]

4. Travel Pros (SM North EDSA Branch).

• G/F SM City North EDSA, The Block, Brgy. Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City
• Contact information: (02) 332-9678 / (0917) 623-2668 / [email protected]

Swire Travel Philippines Inc.

• Building 1041, Rizal Highway, Subic Bay Freeport Zone Subic, Olongapo
• Contact information: (0917) 496-6961 / [email protected]

1. H.I.S. (PHILIPPINES) Travel Corp.

• 2/F Serendra – Shopping Arcade Serendra, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
• Contact information: (02) 915 0351 to 53 / [email protected]
• 18/F, Unit 2, RCBC Savings Bank Corporate Center, 26th & 25th Streets, Bonifacio South, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
• Contact information: (02) 894-5528

3. Travel Pros (Market! Market! Branch).

• 3/F Market! Market!, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
• Contact information: (02) 889-7296 / 889-7396 / (0922) 816-1704 / [email protected]

4. Travel Pros (SM Aura Branch).

• SM Aura Premier B1, SM Aura, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
• Contact information: (02) 556-3007 / (0922) 816-1707 / [email protected]

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[2022] KOREAN VISA Full List of Accredited Travel Agencies by the Embassy

Mello fabrique.

• January 2, 2022
• South Korea , Visas & Immigration

Korean Tourist Visa is one of the easiest Visas to apply and obtain by Filipinos, nowadays due to it’s straightforward process and requirements. But of course, you need to know and understand the procedures first to properly lodge your Visa application to the right channels.

As of July, 2018 , due to the rapid increase of Visa applicants, The Embassy of Korea in the Philippines no longer accepts direct applications from individuals applying for Tourist Visa except for special cases (such as a spouse or child of a Korean national/citizen, a government employee on a business trip, and the Korean Consulate in Cebu ). Otherwise, the only way to apply is through travel agencies accredited by the Embassy. Also, be guided that the Embassy does not charge a fee (for visas with stays shorter than 59 days), however accredited travel agencies do and they usually range from ( P500-P2,000 ) as processing fee.

NOTE: Korean Consulate in Cebu still accepts direct applications, so if you plan to submit your application there, here’s the address;

KOREAN CONSULATE IN CEBU Address: 12/F., Chinabank Corporate Center, Lot 2, Samar Loop Cor. Rd. 5, Cebu Business Park, Cebu Email: [email protected] Contact #: (032) 231-1516

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1. aboex travel and tours, 2. adventure international, 3. ark travel express inc., 4. blue horizons travel and tours inc., 5. budget travel and tours inc., 6. casto travel philippines inc., 7. city travel & tours corporation, 8. come on phils. golf and travel agency inc., 9. constellation travels, inc., 10. first united travel inc., 11. getaway tours international inc., 12. grand hope travel, inc., 13. h.i.s. (philippines) travel corp., 14. hanatour manila inc., 15. hankookceb corp., 16. horizon travel & tours, inc., 17. international journeys inc., 18. island resort club tour services, inc., 19. jtb asia pacific phil. corp., 20. kp joeun consultancy inc., 21. las palmas tours and travel agency, inc., 22. marsman drysdale travel inc., 23. mnk travel & tours corp., 24. north star international travel, inc., 25. pan pacific travel corporation, 26. party-on travel and tour community, inc., 27. rajah travel corporation, 28. rakso air travel and tours inc., 29. reli tours and travel company, 30. sharp travel service (phils.) inc., 31. swire travel phils, inc., 32. the baron travel corporation, 33. travel pros, 34. travelservices, inc., 35. uni-orient travel, inc., ii. korean visa guide for filipinos (step-by-step), save this now, read it later.

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I. FULL LIST OF ACCREDITED TRAVEL AGENCIES BY THE KOREAN EMBASSY (with contact details)

NOTE: These agencies may have differences in terms of how they handle a Korean Visa application (from prices to services offered), it’s always a best practice to contact them first before you start with your application.

Mandaluyong (Main Office) Address: Unit 14, U/G., Globe Tower Plaza 1, Pioneer St., Cor. Madison St., Mandaluyong Telephone #: (077) 722-2141, (02) 246-1518

Makati Branch Address: G/F., 3rd & 4/F Eurovilla 2, Rufino St., Legaspi Village Makati City Telephone #: (02) 884-9400

Makati Branch Address: 146 Alfaro Place, L.P Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 816-6416

Makati Branch Address: 23/F., Pacific Star Bldg., Makati Ave., Cor. Sen Gil Puyat, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 988-5000

Manila Branch Address: Suite 3, Metropolitan Tower, Mabini St., Malate Manila Telephone #: (02) 523-8120

Alabang Branch Address: Unit 4018, 3/F., Alabang Town Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa city Telephone #: (02) 850-5405, (02) 850-5456, (02) 850-5459, (02) 850-5463

Makati Branch Address: 2/F., Tuscan Bldg., 114 VA Rufino St., Legaspi Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 810-0079

Makati Branch Address: LG8 Cityland 10 Tower 1, H.V Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 812-9111

Pampanga Branch Address: Unit 201, 2/F., Diamond Spring Hotel Bldg., Mc Arthur Highway, Balibago, Angeles City Telephone #: (045) 405-0317, (045) 405-0317

Pasay Branch Address: U-PXA 03A, Hobbies of Asia 8, Diosdado Macapagal, Pasay City Telephone #: (02) 810-1959

Makati (Main Office) Address: 5/F., Merry Land Plaza, 1157 Chino Roces Ave., San Antonio Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 224-1730

Iloilo Branch Address: Door 2, G/F., Manfred’s Bldg., 22 Gen. Luna St., Iloilo City Telephone #: (033) 514-1066

Makati Branch Address: Garden Level, Corinthian Plaza, Paseo De Roxas, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 818-7181, (02) 819-3919

Cebu Branch Address: Unit 118, The QC Pavilion, Gorordo Ave., Cebu City Telephone #: (032) 266-8816, (032) 266-1841

Bulacan Branch Address: 2/F., Abary Square Bldg., 1773 Ano St., Cor. F., Vergel De Dios St., Poblacion, Baliuag, Bulacan Telephone #: (044) 892-0746, (044) 766-1939

Manila Branch Address: 576 San Andres St., Near Cor. Adriatico St., Malate, Manila Telephone #: (02) 524-2202, (02) 524-2252

Cebu (Main Office) Address: Lower Ground Level, SM City – NRA, Cebu City Telephone #: (032) 234-0764

BGC, Taguig City Address: 2/F., Serendra Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City Telephone #: (02) 915-0351, (02) 822-4496

Pasay Branch Address: 2/F., Damon Bldg., Macapagal Ave., 1011 Pasay, Metro Manila Telephone #: (02) 403-3993

Cebu Branch Address: Room 301, Trans Asia Bldg., Cor. MJ Cuenco Ave., Osmena Blvd., Cebu City Telephone #: (032) 238 2595

Makati Branch Address: Unit 201, Buma Bldg., Metropolitan Ave., San Antonio Makati City Telephone #: (02) 776-0253

Ermita (Main Office) Address: 490 Potenciana Mansion, Sta Monica St., Ermita, Manila Telephone #: (02) 521-2586

Manila Branch Address: Unit 2, 3/F., Altra Center, 1663 Jorge Bocobo St., Malate, Manila Telephone #: (02) 4000-550

Pasay (Main Office) Address: Unit 109-P, G/F., Five Ecom Center, Pacific Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City Telephone #: (02) 708-9999

BGC, Taguig City Address: 18/F., Unit 2, RCBC Savings Bank Corporate Center, 26th St., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City Telephone #: (02) 894-5528

Mall of Asia Branch Address: G/F., 107 Entertainment Mall, New South Wing, SM Mall of Asia, MOA Complex, Pasay City Mobile #: (0949) 994-0249

Makati Branch Address: Unit G3-315B, 3/F., Glorietta 3, Ayala Center, Makati City Mobile #: (0998) 8422118

Quezon City Branch Address: 4/F., Japan Town Retail 2 Level 4, Ayala Mall (Vertis North), Quezon City Telephone #: (02) 932-5600 Mobile #: (0999) 2245669

Ortigas, Pasig City (Main Office) Address: Retail 9, Goldland Millenia Tower J., Escriva Drive Ortigas Center, Pasig City Telephone #: (02) 854-5514, (02) 4511282, (02) 998-6639

Manila (Branch) Address: G/F., Unit B2, Imperial Bayfront Tower, 1642 A. Mabini St. Malate, Manila Telephone #: (02) 711-7069

Makati Branch Address: UGI 1, Alfaro Place, 146 LP, Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 840-1363 to 65

Pampanga Branch Address: Unit 2, 1010 Alley Bldg., Consunji St., Brgy. Sto Rosario, City of San Fernando, Pampanga Telephone #: (045) 435-1177

Makati Branch Address: 19/F., Robinsons Summit Center, Ayala Ave., Makati City Telephone #: (02) 887-0000

Ortigas, Pasig City Branch Address: 802 One Corp. Center, Julia Vargas, Cor., Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City Telephone #: (02) 687 4443

Makati Branch Address: 19/F., Trident Tower, 312 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City Telephone #: (02) 485-7272

Binondo (Main Office) Address: 353 E.T., Yuchengco St., Binondo, Manila Telephone #: (02) 243-6666

Ermita Branch Address: G/F. & 2/F., Pacific Pace Apartelle Suite, 539 Arquiza St., Ermita, Manila Telephone #: (02) 8521-3141 to 46

Makati Branch Address: UNIT LG01, Herrera Tower Condo, 98 V.A. Rufino St., (Herrera St.) Cor. Valero St., Salcedo Vil., Makati City Telephone #: (02) 8810-8551 to 56

Cebu Branch Address: Diplomat Hotel, 90 F. Ramos St., Cebu City Telephone #: (032) 254-0343, (032) 254-0345, (032) 254-0347, (032) 254-0349

Ortigas, Pasig City Branch Address: Unit C2, 17/F., Strata 100 Bldg., F. Ortigas Jr., Ortigas Center, Pasig City Telephone #: (02) 470-2000

Makati Branch Address: 3/F., 331 Bldg., 331 Senator Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City Telephone #: (02) 894-0886 Mobile #: 0917-529-6774

Manila Branch Address: G/F., GLC Bldg, Mabini Cor. T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila Telephone #: (02) 523-8801 to 07 Mobile #: 0917-854-3614

Makati (Main Office) Address: 3/F., Rico Bldg., #112, Aguirre St., Legaspi Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 651 9000

Makati (Main Office) Address: 3/F., Dusit Thani Hotel, Ayala Center, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 894-1214, (02) 8894-1210, (02) 8893-9226 Mobile #: 0906-280-6666

SM Megamall Branch Address: G/F., Mega St., Bldg., A, SM MEGA Mall, Mandaluyong City Telephone #: (02) 8692-1114, (02) 893-7259, (02) 894-1213, (02) 894-1214 Mobile #: 0906-513-6555

SM Southmall Branch Address: Unit 344, SM SOUTHMALL, Imanza Dos, Las Pinas City Telephone #: (02) 800-4948 to 50 Mobile #: 0906-513-6222

Lucky ChinaTown Mall Branch Address: FS414, 4/F., Lucky ChinaTown Mall, Calle Felipe 2 Cor. Lachambre St., Brgy 293, Zone 028, Binondo, Manila City Telephone #: (02) 8242-0640 Mobile #: 0906-492-1000

Makati Branch Address: Suite 504, Alexander House Bldg., Amorsolo St., Legaspi Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 817 0071 to 74

Makati Branch Address: 6/F., Country Spacel Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City Telephone #: (02) 817-1082

Makati Branch Address: 3/F., PCCI Corporate Center, 118 L.P. Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 817-4926

SM Megamall (Main Office) Address: 5/F., SM Megamall Bldg., B., EDSA, Mandaluyong City Telephone #: (02) 634-0265 to 67

SM Aura Branch Address: B/1, SM Aura Premier, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City Telephone #: (02) 556-3007

Makati (Main Office) Address: 2/F., Trinity Insurance Center, 7504 Bagtikan St., San Antonio, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 706-8600

Laguna Branch Address: 2/F., J. Alcasid Business Center, Crossing Brgy., 1, Calamba City Telephone #: (049) 508-2513, (049) 508-2268

Cebu Branch Address: 4/F., Metrobank Plaza Bldg., Osmena Blvd., Cebu City Telephone #: (032) 253-5808, (032) 255-7374

Manila Branch Address: 447 Juan Luna St., Binondo, Manila Telephone #: (02) 243-3888

Makati Branch Address: Unit 101, G/F., Windsor Tower, 163 Legaspi St., Legaspi Village, Makati City Telephone #: (02) 818-9585

Ortigas, Pasig City Branch Address: Unit 2006, East Tektite Tower, Philippine Stock Exchange, Ortigas Center, Pasig City Telephone #: (02) 705-2222

Cebu Branch Address: 2/F., Capitol Square, N. Escario St., Cebu City Telephone #: (032) 253-1868

P.S. This list is according to the official website of the Korean Embassy in the Philippines . There may be other branches of these 35 travel agencies that can also process your Korean Visa application, but again, it’s best to contact them first beforehand for further instructions.

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Applying for South Korean visa? Here's how Filipinos can book an appointment online starting Sept. 14

By Thea Marie Templanza Published Sep 13, 2022 7:18 pm

It looks like Filipinos are all ready to spend their vacation in South Korea but, don’t pack your bags yet! The Korean Embassy released new guidelines regarding visa application.  

On September 13, the Korean Embassy in the Philippines announced on social media its new online system, which allows applicants to book an appointment prior to visiting their office to submit their visa requirements. 

The website https://consul.mofa.go.kr/en/main.do  is set to launch at 2 p.m. on September 14, with the embassy no longer entertaining walk-in applicants in its office on September 15.

The Korean Embassy earlier announced that travelers can only file their visa applications through accredited travel agencies but with the upcoming online portal, even individual travelers can directly book their appointment on the website.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to book your visa appointment through the new online system:  

1. Determine your visa type    and the requirements

Check the visa type you need to visit South Korea here . The embassy currently offers 22 types of visas, including those for studying and short-term employment. If you are planning to visit the country as a short-term tourist, you would have to apply for the 9(a) or Temporary Visitor's Visa for foreign nationals.

The requirements for the Temporary Visitor's Visa include a properly filled-up application form,  a copy of round-trip e-ticket and hotel booking, passport, and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay in the country. 

The Korean Embassy notes that apart from its upcoming application portal, you can also apply for a tourist visa through its accredited travel agencies which are listed in one of the downloadable documents  here . 

2. Schedule your appointment  

Once you have completed your requirements, schedule your appointment at https://consul.mofa.go.kr/en/main.do . The system will be requesting your passport number, mobile number, and e-mail ad so make sure to keep them handy.

You will also be asked to choose the timeslot which best suits your visa application:

• 8:30 a.m. for accredited travel agencies and individual applicants for Filipinos spouses of Korean nationals or family visit
• 9:30 a.m. for individual tourism visa applicants
• 10:30 a.m. for agencies for POEA or seasonal workers and individual applicants for business-related purposes

3. Submit your requirements   

Visit the embassy on the date and time of your appointment with all the required documents, including the following:

• Printed copy of your appointment confirmation
• Your duly filled out application form
• One valid ID and your passport

The embassy also notes that visa approval usually takes at least five working days after the requirements have been submitted. Travelers are then encouraged to only book their flight after their visa has been approved. 

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My Korean Visa Application Approved — Here are 5 Steps for Filipinos

A few years ago, I processed my South Korea visa application at the Korean Embassy in Manila, and last year, at the Korean Consulate in Cebu . Now, you have several options to apply for your Korean visa — via one of the accredited travel agencies , schedule a Korean visa online appointment (for Cebu applicants), or walk-in at the Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) in Taguig City.

Let me share with you the simple steps to apply for a Korean visa for Filipinos.

Steps to apply for a Korean visa for Filipinos

Step 1: gather your korean visa requirements.

The South Korea visa requirements vary depending on your type of visa. Check the Korean Embassy in Manila or Korean Consulate in Cebu  to know your Korean visa requirements. I applied for a Korean visa for employees .

Korean visa requirements for employees:

• Application Form (this is the revised Korean visa application form updated on 7 Feb 2022)
• 1 piece Passport size coloured picture (to be pasted on the form)
• Original Passport (should be valid for more than 6 months)
• Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
• Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (If applicable, and Korean Visas will not be counted)
• Original Certificate of Employment (including applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, address, office landline number, e-mail address)
• Original Personal Bank Certificate (must include account type, current balance, account opening date, ADB)
• Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
• Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316 (Checked by BIR with stamp)
• Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (If applicable only)

If personally invited by a Korean

• Invitation Letter
• Photocopy of invitor’s Passport or Identification Card (authentication not required)

If invited by a company in Korea

• Photocopy of Korean Company Business Permit (authentication not required)

Step 2: Fill out the Korean visa application form

Print out the new Korean visa application form in an A4 size bond paper.

Tips in filling out your Korean visa application form:

• Write your information carefully. Avoid erasures at all costs. Do note that you should write in BLOCK LETTERS , meaning ALL CAPS. Put N/A  for fields that are not applicable to you.
• If your handwriting sucks, you can download the .docx format of the Korean visa application form . Type all the information and print it. It’s neat and will save you more time than writing.

Important fields to need to take note of

1.7 국가신분증번호 National Identity No. 

Put  N/A because Filipinos don’t have this yet, unless you already have your national ID.

2.2 체류자격 Status of Stay

Write C-3-9 TOURIST if you are applying for a Korean tourist visa.

8.9. 동반입국 가족 유무 기재 Are you traveling to Korea with any family member?

Family Members only include your spouse , father , mother , children , brothers , and sisters . Your de facto partners, boyfriend or girlfriend, and friends are NOT family members, so don’t put them on the list even though you’re traveling with them.

10.2 경비지불자 Who will pay for your travel-related expenses?

a) 성명/회사(단체)명 Name of Person/Company(Institute)

If you are funding your travel, write your name. If not, provide the name of the person/s or institute who will fund you.

b) 관계 Relationship to you

Self or your relationship to the person/s or institute funding you.

c) 지원내용 Type of Support

If you are paying for yourself, write “ FINANCIAL SUPPORT ” or  write which part of your trip will be funded (eg. FLIGHTS, HOTELS, TOURS, etc.).

Sample Korean visa application form completely filled out for your reference:

Tip: Under the 8.4 Address in Korea section, you can pick any hotel on Klook or Agoda and use the hotel’s address and contact information. If you really intend to stay in that hotel, make sure that it has a free cancellation policy so you won’t be charged if your Korean visa gets denied or if you change your mind later on. You may check out Lotte Hotel Seoul which was what I used in my Korean visa application.

Step 3: Submit your Korean visa requirements

Put all your documents in a secure envelope or folder and submit them to any of the  accredited travel agencies in the Philippines , Korean Consulate in Cebu on your scheduled Korean visa online appointment date, or to the Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) in Manila for walk-in applicants.

• If you lack some documents like Income Tax Return (ITR), be sure to create a cover letter explaining why you failed to submit one. You may refer to my Korean visa without ITR guide and Korean visa for self-employed Filipinos .
• May also attach some supporting documents to prove your capacity to fund your travel such as credit card statements and properties you own.
• Follow my tips on how to increase your chances of visa approval .

South Korea visa fees 2024

• 59 days (or less) stay in Korea — GRATIS or FREE
• 60 to 90 days stay in Korea — ₱2,000
• If you’re applying via the Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) , there is a service fee of ₱900 on top of the South Korea visa fees.
• If you’re applying via an accredited travel agency, handling fees could vary. For instance, RELI Tours & Travel charges ₱2,400 to process your South Korea visa application inclusive of ₱1,500 handling fee and ₱900 visa fee.

Step 4: Wait for your South Korea visa

After submitting all your Korean visa requirements, you just have to wait for it.

South Korea visa processing time 2024

The Korean Embassy in Manila announced that the South Korea visa processing period for short term visit takes up to 7 working days . However, it could take more days, depending on your circumstance or the number of applications. For reference, I got my Korean visa in Cebu after 10 working days.

Tip: You can already apply for your South Korea tourist visa at least two months (60 days) before your intended travel date.

Step 5: Check your Korean visa online and claim your Philippine passport

You just have to trust and wait for the verdict. You can check your Korean visa status online . KVAC or your travel agency will contact you via SMS when your Philippine passport (with or without a South Korea visa) will be ready for pick up.

If, unfortunately, you get denied, you can re-apply only after three (3) months.

All the best in your Korean visa application. Let us know how it goes by connecting with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , and YouTube .

Excited to plan your South Korea trip? Check out our guides:

• 5-day Korea winter itinerary
• 5-day Korea spring itinerary
• Korea SIM Card or pocket WiFi guide
• Korea T-Money Card guide
• Discover Seoul Pass guide
• Korean street food list
• Korean pasalubong list
• Lotte World Seoul guide
• N Seoul Tower guide
• Nami Island guide

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Popular hotels in seoul.

Disclaimer: Although I was granted a single-entry South Korea visa, this doesn’t mean that I’m already a Korean visa expert. I still encourage you to ask the Korean Embassy in the Philippines  or the Korean Consulate in Cebu for your specific questions and concerns.

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Everything you need to know about the new korea visa application center in bgc.

If you’re planning a trip to South Korea soon, you may want to check out the newly opened Korea Visa Application Center at the Brittany Hotel in Bonifacio Global City!

The Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) is a new facility that aids in the processing of visa applications for the approval of the Korean Embassy and consulate with the aim of making it much easier for Filipinos to submit their requirements compared to before, where a scheduled appointment with the Korean Embassy or the help of accredited travel agencies was needed.

Here’s everything you need to know about KVAC and submitting your Korean visa application through them:

Photo from Facebook.com / Korea Visa Application Center Philippines

1. Operating Hours

KVAC is open from Monday to Friday except on Philippine Holidays and Korea consulate holidays from 9 AM to 5 PM, but the cut-off time for individual applications is 4 PM. Accredited agencies, meanwhile, can come in as early as 8:30 AM until 12 NN. Visa issuance is from 1 PM to 5 PM.

2. Location

KVAC is located on the 9th floor of Brittany Hotel 6 McKinley Parkway, Aura Complex, BGC, Taguig City. You can contact them at +63 2-8248-5440 or [email protected]

Do note that only applicants will be allowed in the KVAC, except for those needing special assistance such as minors, persons with disabilities, and senior citizens. Remember to respect your fellow applicants and KVAC personnel and refrain from making loud noises, taking pictures, consuming food, and other similar disruptive behavior.

3. Service Fee

Applicants are required to pay a service fee of PHP 900 per application and only cash will be accepted. The good news is that this is the only fee you will need to pay if you’re only staying in Korea for 59 days or less. Those planning on staying for 60-90 days will need to pay an additional Embassy visa fee which costs PHP 2,000 each. These fees are nonrefundable.

4. They have a Copy/Print Service onsite

If you need to have a document photocopied or printed, you can conveniently do so onsite for a fee of 10 PHP per Page. Only cash payment is accepted.

5. Delivery

After your application has been processed, your passport will be delivered by the WWW Express Mailing Company within 3 to 5 working days for those residing in Metro Manila (delivery fee of PHP 300) and within 5 to 7 working days for those outside Metro Manila (delivery fee of PHP 400).

6. They accept walk-ins

Walk-in applicants are allowed at KVAC as they currently do not accommodate online appointments. You will need to get a queueing number upon arrival and wait your turn.

7. List of designated travel agencies

The Korean Embassy in the Philippines has published a list of designated travel agencies for e-group visas and for visa application filing. These are the following:

Designated travel agencies for e-group visa (automatically included as designated travel agencies for the filing of visa application. 14 agencies)

• ABOEX TRAVEL AND TOURS
• UNI-ORIENT TRAVEL INC.
• RELI TOURS AND TRAVEL COMPANY
• LAS PALMAS TOURS AND TRAVEL AGENCY INC.
• BLUE HORIZONS TRAVEL & TOURS INC.
• JTB ASIA PACIFIC PHIL CORP.
• INTERNATIONAL JOURNEYS INC.
• FIRST UNITED TRAVEL INC.
• FUNTREATS TRAVEL AND TOURS
• WOW TRAVEL & MORE INC.
• K.I.S. TRAVEL AND TOURS
• ITINERARIES INC.
• CEBU DIRECT CLUB PHIL TRAVEL AND TOURS
• FLY & C COREA TOURS CORP.

Designated travel agency for filing of visa application (5 agencies)

• ATTIC TOURS PHIL INC.
• ONE MEDIA TRAVEL
• TRAVEL SPECIALIST VENTURES GROUP INC.
• EXECUTIVE RESOURCES INC.
• ATHENA TRAVEL TOURS & EVENTS INC.

For more information about KVAC, click here . To access the Korean visa application form, go here .

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List of Accredited Travel Agencies for Korean Visa in the Philippines

Updated list of Accredited Travel Agencies for Korean Visa in the Philippines are posted in this page. If you are planning to travel and visit South Korea soon, it is important to lodge your visa application at the following travel agents only.

Important: Due to COVID-19 pandemic, kindly check the updated and latest visa announcements from the Korean Embassy official website before you travel Korea.

The Korean Embassy in the Philippines announced that visa applications would be processed through selected travel agencies approved by them. This is due to the fact that the increasing number of Korean visa applications are climbing up the charts.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Korea , “Total number of visa applicants increased from 90,000 in the year 2015 to 120,000 by the end of 2016. In the year 2017, total number of visa applicants recorded was around 160,000.”

The number of visa applications unexpectedly increased in 2018 and will continue to grow as many foreign tourists are adding places in Korea to their bucket list.

Filipinos are among the rising number of tourists who enjoy visiting Korea. Favorite travel spots in Korea include the city of Seoul, Nami Island, Gyeongbok Palace, Everland theme park, Jeju Island, Seoul Tower, Love Lock, Petite France , Myeongdong Street and many more attractions.

While getting a Korean tourist visa is one of the easiest ways to get a visa from OECD countries according to Filipino travelers, some still struggle for successful applications. What I can advice is to submit complete documents and always be consistent with your personal details from all your documents.

Additionally, some major credit cards companies in the Philippines partnered with banks like BDO and BPI, are allowed to waive Income Tax Returns as one of the requirements in applying for a Korean tourist visa in the country.

Table of Contents:

List of Accredited Travel Agencies for Korean Visa:

• Aboex Travel and Tours – 14 Unit 14 Upper Ground Globe Tower Plaza 1 Pioneer St., Cor. Madison St. Mandaluyong
• Adventure International – G/F 3rd & 4th Floor Eurovilla 2, Rufino St. Legaspi Village Makati City
• ARK Travel Express, Inc. – 146 Alfaro Place, L.P Leviste St. Salcedo Village, Makati City
• Blue Horizons Travel and Tours, Inc. – 23 Floor Pacific Star Bldg. Makati Avenue Cor, Sen Gil Puyat, Makati City
• Alabang Branch – Unit 4018 3/F Alabang Town Center Alabang Muntinlupa City
• Casto Travel Philippines, Inc. – 2/Flr Tuscan Bldg., 114 VA Rufino St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
• Pampanga Branch – Unit 201, 2F Diamond Spring Hotel Bldg. Mc Arthur Highway, Balibago Angeles City
• Come on Phils. Golf and Travel Agency, Inc. – U-PXA 03A Hobbies of Asia 8, Diosdado Macapagal, Pasay City
• Iloilo Branch – G/F Door 2, Manfred’s Building, 22 Gen. Luna St., Iloilo City
• Cebu Branch – Unit 118, The QC Pavillon Gorordo Avenue, Cebu City
• Bulacan Branch – 2/Floor, Abary Square Bldg. 1773 Ano St. corner F. Vergel De Dios St. Poblacion, Baliuag Bulacan
• Subic Satellite Office – BLDG. 896 Rizal Highway Corner Manila Avenue, Subic Bay Freefort Zone
• Getaway Tours International, Inc. – San Andres St. near corner Adriatico St. Malate, Manila
• Grand Hope Travel, Inc. – Lower Ground Level, SM City – NRA, Cebu City
• For Corporate and Sub-agents -14F Picadilly Star Building, 4th Avenue corner 27th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
• Hanatour Manila, Inc. – 2/F Damon Bldg., Macapagal Avenue, 1011 Pasay, Metro Manila
• Makati Branch – Unit 201 Buma Building Metropolitan Ave., San Antonio Makati City
• Horizon Travel and Tours, Inc. – 490 Potenciana Mansion Sta Monica St., Ermita Manila
• International Journeys, Inc. – Unit 2 Third Floor Altra Center 1663 Jorge Bocobo Street Malate, Manila
• Island Resort Club Tour Services, Inc. – Unit 109-P, G/F Five Ecom Center, Pacific Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
• Mall of Asia Branch – G/F 107 Entertainment Mall, New South Wing SM Mall of Asia, MOA Complex, Pasay City
• Makati Branch – Unit G3-315B, 3/F Glorietta 3, Ayala Center, Makati City
• QC Branch – 4th Floor Japan Town Retail 2 Level 4, Ayala Mall (Vertis North), Quezon City
• Cebu Branch – Unit 2L 170, J Centre Mall, A.S. Fortuna St., Bakilid, Mandaue City, Cebu City
• Cebu Branch – Unit 5/6, MDCT Building 8th Floor, Block 20, Leyte Loop Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
• KP JOEUN Consultancy, Inc. – Retail 9, Goldland Millenia Tower J., Escriva Drive Ortigas Center, Pasig City
• Makati Branch – UGI1 Alfaro Place 146 LP Leviste Street Salcedo Village, Makati City
• Pampanga Branch – Unit 2 1010 Alley Building, Consunji Street Brgy. Sto Rosario, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
• Marsman Drysdale Travel, Inc. – 19th Floor Robinsons Summit Center, Ayala Avenue, Makati City
• MNK Travel and Tours Corp – 802 One Corp. Center, Julia Vargas Cor., Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City
• North Star International Travel, Inc. – 19F Trident Tower 312 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City
• Ermita Branch – G/F Pacific Place Apartelle Suites. 539 Arquiza St., Ermita, Manila
• Makati Branch – Unit LG-1 Herrera Tower Condominium. #98 V.A. Rufino St. corner Valero St., Salcedo Village Makati City
• Cebu Branch – Diplomat Hotel. Suite No. 6, 90 F. Ramos Street. Cebu City
• Party-On Travel and Tour Community, Inc. – Unit C2 17th Flr. Strata 100 Bldg. F. Ortigas Jr. Ortigas Center, Pasig City
• Rajah Travel Corp. – 3/F 331 Building, 331 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City
• Rakso Air Travel and Tours, Inc. – 3F Rico Bldg. #112, Aguirre St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
• SM Mandaluyong Branch
• SM Southmall Las Pinas Branch
• Lucky China Town Binondo
• Sharp Travel Service (Phils.) Inc. – Suite 504 Alexander House Bldg. Amorsolo St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
• Swire Travel Phils. Inc. – 6th Floor Country Spacel Bldg. Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City
• The Baron Travel Corp. – 3F PCCI Corporate Center 118 L.P. Leviste Street Salcedo Village, Makati City
• SM Fairview Branch – Lower Ground Floor SM City Fairview Quirino Highway GreaterLagro Novaliches Quezon City
• SM North Edsa Branch – Unit 107 Ground Floor The Block SM North Edsa Brgy. Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City
• SM Aura Branch – Basement 1 SM Aura Premiere Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
• Market Market Branch – Flight Center 3rd Floor 367A-D Market Market, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
• Tiaong Branch – 31 A-Square Town Center Dona Tating Poblacion 1, Tiaong, Quezon
• Laguna Branch – 049-508-2268 2nd Flr. J. Alcasid Business Center, Crossing Brgy. 1, Calamba City
• Cebu Branch – 4F, Metrobank Plaza Building, Osmena Boulevard, Cebu City
• Makati Branch – Unit 101, Ground Floor, Windsor Tower, 163 Legaspi Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City
• Pasig Branch – Unit 2006 East Tektite Tower, Philippine Stock Exchange, Orgias Center, Pasig City
• Cebu Branch – 2nd Floor, Capitol Square, N. Escario St., Cebu City

The Korean Embassy in the Philippines authorized these 35 accredited travel agencies to process Korean visa applications in the Philippines. We must strictly follow this new guideline to process our visa permit before going to Korea.

It was also noted that the embassy will no longer accept any walk-in applicant with the exemption for spouses and children of Koreans, holders of visa issuance number, government employees with official business trip, and for those with humanitarian reason to travel to Korea urgently.

Travelers who love visiting Korea can also now apply for Express Visa. Again, this can be accommodated via accredited travel agency approved by the embassy. The process is faster, it is within 2 days (prior to the pandemic).

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For applicants 13 years old and above, immediately affix the signature on the third page of the passport booklet upon receipt of the passport. You may further check this information at DFA's website https://dfa-oca.ph/passport/passport-general-information/

For minors 12 years old and below, leave it blank. You may further check this information at DFA's website ( Passport General Information | Department of Foreign Affairs (dfa-oca.ph)  

No, please print the application form the way you view the file from the Embassy website. A total of 5 pages is the standard visa application form. 

Please see the link below for your reference:

Revised Visa Application Form (updated Feb. 7, 2022) 상세보기|DownloadEmbassy of the Republic of Korea in the Republic of the Philippines (mofa.go.kr)

Please refer to Notice on Additional Designated Travel Agencies for Filing of Korean Visa (from Nov. 3, 2023) 상세보기|Visa AnnouncementEmbassy of the Republic of Korea in the Republic of the Philippines (mofa.go.kr) for the list of designated travel agencies.

We can provide you a high-quality visa processing assistance, but we cannot guarantee you its approval. The approval or denial of the visa is solely the discretion of the Embassy of Korea after reviewing your documents.

Once the required documents are complete and checked, we will forward it immediately to the embassy.

No, regardless of the result the fees are non-refundable.

Go to this link https://www.visa.go.kr/openPage.do?MENU_ID=10208 & fill out to report change of passport information.

답변: You may inquire to the accredited travel agencies listed on this link: https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ph-en/brd/m_3275/view.do?seq=760942&page=1

You may view the details on the resumption of Tourist and Multiple Entry Visas to South Korea here ( https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ph-en/brd/m_3275/view.do?seq=760894&page=1 ). As indicated, multiple entry visas issued before April 5, 2020, which have not yet expired, may be used without re-application.

Travelers with updated passports must present their old passport with the Korean visa along with their new passport when they travel. There is no need to change the passport information online or print a visa grant notice.

If there has been a change of name or date of birth on the passport , travelers must apply for a new visa. 

No. You may stay in South Korea for the period of time and conditions authorized by the Embassy of Korea in the Philippines.

You must possess a passport valid for travel with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay.

From 9:00 AM and cut off until 4:00 PM ONLY.

Email us at [email protected] or call us 02-8248-5440 every 09:00 ~ 17:30 (Mon ~ Fri)

No, all documents will not be returned except for the passport.

We don't have any template ready & please address it to Korea Embassy.

You can submit an explanation letter addressed to The Embassy of Korea in the Philippines stating the reason why you can't provide the ITR because you worked as a freelancer/online seller.

There is no required amount of money needed as long as it will cover your intended length of stay in South Korea.

Yes, please refer to https://www.mofa.go.kr/ph-en/brd/m_3275/view.do?seq=760947&page=1 for the list of designated travel agency.

Please be informed that typewritten application form is preferred and advised. However, we understand that some of our applicants are unable to do so. In that case, handwritten application form will be accepted. Please ensure that your handwriting is legible as it may affect the process of visa screening.

For those who applied under accredited travel agency it should be typewritten (computerized).

No, as much as possible it should be wet/manual signature (black ink).

Yes, please refer to https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ph-en/brd/m_3277/view.do?seq=684583&page=1

Yes, after 3 months except for Spouse visa. For the Spouse visa applicants can re-apply after 6 months.

Go to visa issuance counter and just present your valid ID along with the police report. If the representative will pick up the passport, please secure Police Report with notarized Special Power of Attorney (SPA).

If the applicant is also the same person to pick up the passport, just bring valid government ID and the application receipt from the reception counter (the one with barcode). If someone will pick-up on their behalf, the representative needs to present, a pplication receipt from the reception counter (the one with barcode), a photocopy of the applicant's ID, original copy of ID of the representative, and notarized Special Power of Attorney (SPA) when claiming the passport.

No, it is not necessary to have a confirmed flight itinerary and hotel accommodation. A tentative flight date & name of hotel will suffice.

The representative applying for visa should also be joining the trip together with the other applicants and must also be an applicant. However, you may refer on our notice last 2024.01.12 for alternative option in applying visa on behalf of applicant.

COWORKER or FAMILY MEMBER applying visa on behalf of Applicant (ONLINE RESERVATION ONLY) Optional guidelines for applicants of family or co-workers (Online Reservation ONLY) Korea Visa Application Center in Maynila (visaforkorea-mn.com) Please be informed that the Korea Visa Application Center will now allow, limited to Online Reservation, one family member or one co-worker to apply on behalf of the applicants regardless of the representative being a visa applicant. However, please note that additional documents to prove your relationship may be required.  For Family members: Copy of PSA birth certificate or marriage certificate (to prove family relationship) For co-workers: Copy of company ID or Copy of Certificate of Employment (for representative and applicant)  *Please note that the center will not take the proof of relationships.  It is simply required for authentication purposes.  Thank you.

Go to our website visaforkorea-mn.com, download & fill out the application form applicable once the requirements are completed, you may visit us at 9/F (zone2) Brittany Hotel 6 McKinley Parkway, Aura Complex, BGC, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Korea Visa Application Center will be sending the status of the application through SMS. You may monitor the status of your application using this link   KOREA VISA PORTAL

Name in English : Last Name(space)First Name(space)if you have Second Name

*Middle Name is not included

답변: You can apply two months before your intended travel date.

Please refer to the refusal slip attached on the passport. Exact reason for the denial of visa is no longer the Korea Visa Application Center scope & solely the discretion of the Embassy of Korea.

For the requirements, We would recommend to visit the website for exact information. [1] KVAC Website: [https://www.visaforkorea-mn.com/] -Go to FAQ [What are the requirements for Korean Spouse visa?] [2] Korean Embassy Website [ https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ph-en/brd/m_3281/list.do ] - Consular/Visa Service > click Visa Requirements

For the requirements, We would recommend to visit the website for exact information. Korean Embassy Website : [https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ph-en/index.do] - click Consular/Visa Service > click Visa Requirements

Service Fee and Additional Services

* Korea Visa Application Center in Manila Service Fee: PHP 900/applicant (Cash only).

- The Embassy visa fee and Korea Visa Application Center service fee  pay by cash only

* Additional Services Fee: The following services are available by paying additional fees other than visa application fee.

- Receive result by post office. This is a send – receive result services provided by WExpress. The result will be send to your provided address by mail.

+ In Metro Manila:  PHP  300 /applicant  sent within 3-5 working days.

+ Outside of Metro Manila:  PHP  400 /applicant  sent within 5-7 working days.

- Photocopy / Printing service: 10  PHP  / page (Cash only).

* Photo requirements: white background, size 3.5 x 4.5mm

* Photo must be glued within the red frame located on the upper left frame of the application form

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Detailed Notice on Opening of Korea Visa Application Center(KVAC) and Application of Korean Visa

   The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines announces the following details on the opening of the Korea Visa Application Center(KVAC) and application of Korean visa through KVAC.

□ Application of Visa

 ○ KVAC will accept and release all visa applications. 

   - In the case of spouse visas, interviews or Korean tests will be conducted at the embassy only after submitting the visa applications at KVAC.

   - However, visa application for diplomatic passport holders, official passport holders, and for those who require a visa urgently within one to two days due to clear humanitarian reasons will be exceptionally accepted at the embassy.

         ※ Result of visa application received at the Embassy will be released at the Embassy

 ○ Visa Application Schedule of KVAC

   - Pilot operation period : August 14 - 25, 2023

       ※ Only applications with online reservation will be accepted. KVAC application fee is waived.

   - Start of official operation : August 29, 2023

       ※ Application without online reservations will be accepted. KVAC application fee is required.

 ○ Visa Application Processing Period

   - Regular visa processing will take 5 working days. However, in case high volume of applications is received, processing period may be extended accordingly.

        ※  KVAC will provide a free SMS notification when visa application result is available

 ○ Designated Travel Agencies for Visa Application

   - Visa applications will be accepted only if filed in person or through one of our designated travel agencies.

   - However, in case of group applications for a family trip or business trip, one of the applicants may submit all applications as a representative.

□ KVAC Overview

 ○ Official Name

   -  Korea Visa Application Center in Manila

 ○ Address

   -  9F~10F, Brittany Hotel BGC, 6 Mckinley Pkwy, BGC, Taguig, Metro Manila

 ○ Opening date : August 14, 2023

 ○ Opening hours : 9:00AM~5:00PM

 ○ Website and Contact Number

   -Website :  https://www.visaforkorea-mn.com  Telephone Number : 02-8248-5440

□ KVAC Fees and Services

 ○ Visa application fee for KVAC

    -  From August 29, 2023, when submitting visa applications at KVAC, application fee of PHP 900 for each application must be paid regardless of the visa type.

 ○ Visa assistance services

   - "Service Center" menu on the KVAC website provides one-on-one online consultations, Q&A, and various announcements.

 ○ Visa reception counters

   - There is a total of 28 counters, which includes 20 reception counters, 4 release counters, and 4 payment counters. Thus, waiting time for submission of visa application is shortened.

 ○ SMS service for visa application update 

   - Free SMS text message notification will be sent to the applicant when the visa application is received, and once the visa application screening is completed.

 ○ Wide waiting rooms and facilities

   - The 308㎡ waiting space has an information desk, kiosks, computers, photocopiers, writing desks, nursing rooms, and a space for cultural exhibits for a convenient and pleasant waiting time.

 ○ Transportation and other facilities

   - Parking space is available in the KVAC building and SM AURA building. Public transportation is convenient.

    - There are government offices such as PSA and Immigration Office in the building located next to KVAC. Thus, different transactions may be processed at once.

List of Embassy-Accredited Agency to Process Korean Visa in the Philippines

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As of now, there are 35 travel agencies designated to process temporary visitor’s visa application. Some agencies have multiple branches including Cebu, Iloilo, Pampanga and Laguna. Below is the list of the Korean emabassy accredited agencies with thei main office and branches phone numbers and address.

Complete list of accredited travel agencies to process Korean visa in the Philippines:

ABOEX TRAVEL AND TOURS  077-722-2141 /  02-246-1518 

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How to Schedule a KOREAN VISA APPLICATION Appointment (Korean Embassy Manila)

One of the countries I’ve been almost desperately wanting to return to is South Korea. So when the Korean government announced it would finally begin accepting tourist visa applications again, I was the first to book flights.

The problem is, Korea is an extremely popular destination, especially among Filipinos. While the Korean Embassy in Manila is still trying to get back to normal operations, visa applications started piling up. But that’s not all. The embassy has also posted a notice warning against submission of falsified requirements like certificates of employment, bank certificates, ITR or other documents, implying a rise in dubious documents it receives. According to travel agents we talked to, it’s because of this that the embassy became stricter and more meticulous in reviewing applications.

All these led to the Embassy limiting the number of applications it accepts per day. Walk-in applicants formed long queues as early as the night before just to make sure they make it to the cutoff. I know this because I have attempted multiple times! I fell in line for hours only to be told that they couldn’t accept my application because they had already reached the day’s quota.

Fortunately, the Korean Embassy recently launched an online appointment system! The good news is, it eliminates the need for applicants to physically spend the night lining up. The bad news is, as with any other new system, it can still be quite confusing. Thankfully, I was able to successfully reserve a slot while documenting the entire process. In this article, I’ll share with you exactly how to secure a visa application appointment with the Korean Embassy.

But first, a few reminders:

• Make sure you have the following with you: – a working e-mail address. You’ll need this to retrieve an authentication code. – your passport details, particularly your name and passport number.
• You can schedule an appointment for yourself and accompanying parents, children and spouse ONLY. Outside these conditions, applying for a group or other people isn’t allowed.
• The best time to book is the morning of the last Thursday of the month, which is usually when the embassy opens slots for the coming week. More info about that in the FAQs section below. “Usually” because this does change in some months. (Sometimes it gets moved to the Thursday before the last.) The Embassy announces on its FB page when there are changes. However, some slots do open up on other days if other applicants or the embassy itself cancels their appointment.
• Use Google Chrome. I find it to be more compatible to the website than other browsers.
• Be quick. The number of slots dwindle FAST and be all gone in a matter of minutes.
• This guide is only for individual applicants. You may apply via a travel agency but they will be following this same process.

Here’s how to get an appointment with the Korean Embassy for visa application:

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS GUIDE?

1. Visit the Korean Embassy’s Consular Services website.

You can find it at https://consul.mofa.go.kr/en/main.do .

Under the APPLY FOR A CONSULAR SERVICE tab, click on RESERVATION TO VISIT A DIPLOMATIC MISSION . It’s the first button under this tab.

2. Fill out the non-membership log-in form.

On the next page, a pop up will appear: Please log in as a non-member to access this service. Click OK. Then, follow these steps.

• On the log-in form, click on the CONSENT TO ALL TERMS & CONDITIONS OF USE button. It will display the terms. Read and scroll down, and then click CONFIRM .
• Enter your name as indicated on the passport that you will use.
• Enter your email address.
• Click SEND AUTHENTICATION NUMBER. The system will send a code to the email address you just entered. It usually takes a minute or so, but at peak times, it can take as long as 30 minutes.
• Enter the authentication number you received and click VERIFY .
• Under contact information, enter your phone or mobile number.
• Click NON-MEMBERSHIP LOG IN .

3. Choose the embassy and service type.

Before you reach this type, you might be redirected first to a virtual “waiting room”, depending on how heavy the visitor traffic is at the time. The page will show you how much time (in seconds) you need to wait before it takes you to the reservation page.

Once on the Reservation page, choose the following:

• Under SELECT A DIPLOMATIC MISSION, choose EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA TO THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES. This is the Korean Embassy in Manila. (It’s toward the bottom of the list.) Note that there are two Philippine missions on the list. The other is the Consulate General in Cebu. Make sure you pick the right one.
• Under SELECT A CONSULAR SERVICE, choose VISA (INDIVIDUAL APPLICANTS FOR TOURISM). And then, under it, tick the box next to VISA (INDIVIDUAL APPLICANTS FOR TOURISM). It’s the only selectable box.

4. Select an appointment date.

You’ll see that not all dates are clickable. The grayed out dates cannot be chosen. Pick a date.

After you pick a date, click the radio button beside the time that applies to you. These are the time allocations:

• 08:30 – Visa Issuance Number holders only
• 09:00 – Koreans’ Filipino Family Visit (F6-1, C3-1, F1-5, F2-2)
• 09:30 – Individual Applicants for Tourism (C-3-9)
• 10:00 – Business (C3-1, C3-4, C4-5)
• 10:30 – Official Conference, Study and others (C3-1, C4-5, D2, D4, A1, A2, etc)

Even if there’s only one option, don’t forget to still tick the radio button. You won’t be able to move on to the next step otherwise.

If all dates are grayed out and not clickable, it means there are no more available slots at the time. You can wait and keep on refreshing.

NOTE: The Embassy usually opens slots for the coming weeks on the last THURSDAY of the month. That’s the best time to try to get an appointment. In some months, it gets moved to the second-to-the-last Thursday of the month. The Embassy usually announces changes like this on its Facebook page. However, this doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to find a slot any other day. Sometimes, the Embassy or the applicant themselves cancel their appointment, putting refreshed slots up for grabs.

5. Check reservation details and type your passport number.

‼️ Under NOTES, enter your passport number! If you’re also applying for your parents/children/spouse under this appointment, you should enter all your full names and corresponding passport numbers.

If you don’t fill in the SPECIFIC REQUESTS field, the Embassy will automatically cancel your appointment and you’ll have to find a new slot. I learned this the hard way, so don’t make the same mistake.

Once everything is in order, type in the CAPTCHA code and click MAKE RESERVATION .

A note will pop up. Check if all the details are correct. You won’t be able to modify it afterwards. If you need to change something, you’ll have to cancel and make another reservation. If everything is correct, click OK.

6. Print out your Reservation Confirmation.

You’ll be taken back to the RESERVATION page, which will now display your scheduled appointment. On the far right, under RESERVATION RECEIPT, click PRINT.

It looks like this:

‼️ IMPORTANT! Do not forget to print or save a copy of this receipt. They will check it when you visit the Embassy on your appointment date. Without it, you’ll be denied entry to the premises.

You’ll also receive a confirmation via email.

7. Show up at the Embassy on scheduled appointment date and time.

Bring the following:

• a printed or soft copy of your Reservation Confirmation
• Completed visa application form
• Passport and identification card
• All the other required documents

‼️ IMPORTANT! Only the visa applicants themselves whose names and passport numbers are indicated on the Reservation Receipt will be allowed to enter the Embassy. If you’re caught applying for someone other than yourself, your parents, your children or your spouse, you will be blacklisted by the Embassy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I didn’t make an appointment. can i still make a walk-in visit to the embassy.

NO. Walk-in applicants are no longer accepted, regardless of the visa type you’re applying for.

An appointment is required to be allowed entry.

Can I make an appointment for my spouse (husband/wife)?

YES. On October 4, the Korean Embassy published an update announcing that spouses may now be included in group appointments. So now, you can schedule an appointment for yourself, your parents, your children, or your spouse.

Previously, it was not allowed. According to the Embassy’s FB page before, husbands and wives must make a separate appointment.

But the rule has since been changed.

Can I make an appointment for my siblings (brother/sister)?

NO. You may only apply for yourself, your parents, your children, or your spouse.

Siblings are not included in any of the Embassy’s comms, even though they are immediate relatives, too.

The Embassy adds: “Your appointments for your cousins, nephews, nieces and other relatives will be cancelled by the Embassy.”

Can I make an appointment for my friends who will be my travel companions to Korea?

NO, they must secure an appointment slot on their own even though you will be traveling together.

Each applicant can book only for himself alone or for a parent, child, or spouse. If your companion isn’t a parent, spouse or a child, they need to secure a separate appointment.

Can I make multiple appointments under my name?

NO. Only appointments for yourself, spouse, parent or child will be accepted. All of your appointments will be cancelled by the Embassy.

If you’re caught making two or more appointments under one name, you and all the other applicants associated with you will be blacklisted by the Embassy.

When is the best time to book an appointment?

The Embassy only opens slots for the coming two week every other THURSDAY. This is the best time to try to get an appointment. In some months, when the last Thursday falls towards the very end of the month, the opening gets moved to the second-to-the-last Thursday of the month. The Embassy usually announces changes like this on its Facebook page.

Here’s the schedule for the next few months.

For June 2023, it is scheduled on JUNE 22 (the second to the last Thursday), NOT JUNE 29.

However, this doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to find a slot any other day. Sometimes, the Embassy or the applicants themselves cancel their appointment, putting refreshed slots up for grabs.

I keep on getting this error: 시스템에 일시적으로 장애가 발생했습니다. 잠시 후 다시 시도하여 주십시오. What does it mean?

It reads: The system has temporarily failed. Please try again later.

You may just refresh the page because it would keep on giving this error no matter what you click.

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2023/4/27 – Reflected 2023 Q2 schedule updates 2023/1/26 – Reflected 2023 Q1 schedule updates 2022/10/11 – Reflected the October 4 update that includes spouse in application appointment. 2022/9/29 – First up Published: 2022 • 09 • 21

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hi, i was able to booked an appointment but i was super “taranta” so i just put my name and passport no. and forgot to put that of my family. when i checked my reservation i was able to edit and put my parents name. question is, do you have an idea if they will accept this or will they forfeit my reservation? thank you

Hi Shelley! I can’t be sure because I haven’t experienced something like this. But I think it’s OK as long as you print the reservation receipt again and their names should be on it.

In my case, when I failed to enter the right details, I was informed the next day that my reservation was cancelled. If you don’t receive any notification that yours has been cancelled, then I think you should be fine. But again, this is just my guess.

How about cebu? Pwde pa ba mag walk in dun?

Im trying to book an appointment for me, my husband, daughter and son…when i was filling up the special request to put all our full name and passport it doesnt fit since only max 100 characters are allowed. Do u think its ok if i just put all our first name without last name then passport number?TIA

Hi, when you applied for your family do they need to be with you sa embassy on the date of the appointment? TIA

May i know if naging ok?

Yes..inaaccept nila ung first name wala na tanong tanong…

Hi, any update on this? did they get your application even first name lang nakareserve? thanks

Hi, so far d naman rejected yung appointment namin.will come to know on 14th only when we go there.i got hard time kasi booking an appointment palaging puno slot.

Hi Sheene, not sure, but I would probably do the same since there isn’t much choice.

Thank you!!!

Hello po. I’m just wondering if applicable pa ba yung BDO/BPI credit card promo when applying for Korean tourist visa? Sabi kasi if mayron nun onte nalang requirements isusubmit? Then the cc site says promo is valid until end of this year.

Hi Cher. Naku, di ko po sure if ongoing pa ung promo now.

Hi, Do they require booked itineraries already once you apply for a visa?

Hindi naman po.

Hello, anytime po ba mag l-login same process po sa number 1 and 2?

Hello, kapag inaapply ko rin ang spouse ko and children need pa ba sila isama sa appointment? Or pwedeng ako nalang pupunta? Nakakuha kasi ako ng slot may pasok ang mga Bata.

Same question here, i tried to search pero wala ako mahanap if ok lang na d na sila kasama.

Can I reschedule my appointment po or hindi?

Ang alam ko po ay hindi.

Hello, can we include grandchild sa special request since minor namn sya, student and i am sponsoring his trip o talagang separate application din sya? TIA

Hi. In the Non-membership log-in, it says there to put name as seen in passport. May I ask if I should include the middle name? Is there a required format ? (surname first then first name or first name, middle name, surname?)

I have 3 previous SK visas but this is the first time that I’m doing the online appointment. Thank you for any input.

Hello! When entering your name as shown in passport, is it in the order of A. [FIRST NAME] [MIDDLE NAME] [LAST NAME] B. [LAST NAME], [FIRST NAME], [MIDDLE NAME] C. [FIRST NAME] [LAST NAME] D. [LAST NAME], [FIRST NAME]

Hope you can help!

I got an appointment last Nov.18 . i suppose to apply just tourist visa. Before i applied business visa 3months With invitation of korean company.

When i’m in the embassy guard instruct me at window 3 i submit all my documents w/o invitation and the person assist me ask the invitation letter if you cant provide it will more chance of deny application.

Next week will arrive my invitation , it is possible to re~consider my appointment last Nov. 18 to re~submit application once my invitation arrive?

Can i represent my daughter at the embassy to submit her application because she must not absent in the school since she is academic scholar.

Hindi po ba instant ung pagkaka-received ng authentication code sa email? im currently applying now, pero hindi pa rin ako nakaka-received ng authentication code.

Sa case ko po, if I remember correctly, a few minutes lang dumating na. Pero sa teammates ko, mas matagal, umabot 20 minutes yata yun. Dun sa isa naman, hindi dumating yung code at all kasi dami nag-aapply at the same time.

[surname, given name middle name] po ba ung format sa online appointment?

Hello po! Thank you for this detailed post. Mas malaki po ba ang chance na ma-approve ang Korean visa if ikaw mismo ang magsusubmit sa Korean Embassy ng requirements as compared to seeking assistance from an accredited agency? Thank you po!

Hi Cza, I don’t think it matters. But ang OK lang when coursing it through a travel agency is you have an extra layer of checks, so if mayroong makita ang agency na kaya mo pang idagdag or alisin to improve your chances, lalo if complicated yung case, they can give advice. But the submission method per se doesn’t have weight, I think.

I tried awhile ago to inquire in an accredited agency. Wala na daw silang slot for visa assistance. A few minutes later, they offered a travel package which includes visa application assistance. I prefer DIY travel ksi. Assistance on visa application lng need ko kasi I’m from South Cotabato.

Hello! Do you have any idea of the time frame for the approval? Back in 2019, it took 30-45 days before you can find out if you got approved or not.

If I applied for my parents and child, do I need to bring them along for the consul appointment or it’s okay showing just by myself?

Hi, Can i ask someone to collect the my passport on my behalf ..ano po yung mga requirements? Individual application not through agency thank you po

How can i book an appointment here in korea embassy in the philippines

Hi! 1st time traveller with my husband pero si husband sa ibang country mag mumula at mag pprocess ng korean pwede. Ano po kaya mga dapat na requirements ko na dala?

Hi! For Nonmembership log in, it says Enter name as shown in passport, is it Surname, Given name or Given name Surname?

Hoping for a replyyy. Thank you!!!

Please indicate your surname, then given name. Kumbaga how Koreans write their name, too. Surname muna.

Hi Yosh. I tried the online scheduling today. But is it normal that i tried several times but its always error. I tried twice and got authentication number sent to my email but everytime I entered it for verification. It always Error. Try again later. Then it will return to WAITINGROOM again which will take 30mins more… How can i really get an appointment if this website always like this?

Hello. They said that travel agencies can no longer process Korean visa,is this true?

The travel agency accreditation system has been abolished, so there are no more “designated travel agencies”. You may still apply via any travel agency but they will have to go through the same process as anyone else, in terms of securing an appointment. :)

If i was able to logged in as non member but have not booked an appointment, is it ok to log in multiple times?

Yep, you can log in naman multiple times.

Hi, how fast do slots for appointment reservation close? I’m supposed to travel first week of May and have yet to secure an appointment slot.

Based on experience, when slots open, they are gone in minutes.

Hi! Renewing my Korean visa which expired in 2020. Can I include my 9 year old grandson’s visa application in my appointment schedule? His single mom is currently studying/working abroad. I have his mom’s notarized Affidavit of support and consent. I want to bring him to Korea for a short vacay.

Hi, I missed answer two questions on Visa App: #8.8 (relatives in Korea) and #11 (assistance w form) and I may hv made mistake in Purpose of trip. Encoding Tourism, while my purpose is Business. Do I need to change the application form? My supposed trip is on Mar 06 2023. What your experience for this kind of tight schedule? Thank You

Hello po . Pag nakabook po ba appointment for visa, may interview po ba or submission lang ng requirements ang gagawin po?

Naka reserved ako ng appointment and unfortunately hindi ko nailagay yung Passport Number ko sa notes sa sobrang taranta, pwede pa ba tong ma update? or ano kaya pwede ko gawin? Should I email them?

Hello, i tried to book for an appointment. i clicked the make reservation na ang clicked ok. wala pa rin siyang lumalabas. And nagkamali ako, naclick ko yung check reservation. tapos bumalik siya sa waiting room. May idea ka po anong meaning nun? hindi po ba yun na get thru? :(

what’s the diff between membership and non-membership login?

Membership: you can log in when you need/want to. Its advantage is that it’s more efficient than the non-membership login. Non-membership: less efficient since you have to wait for the OTP to arrive at your email pa. From what I hear, matagal siya dumating sa email address mo on days that the reservation slots are opened.

I would recommend that you make an account (membership) prior the appointment slot para mas mabilis ka na makakuha ng slot. Hope this helps!

I was able to get an appointment slot, though I don’t want to take a leave on the appointment day due to work. Pwede ba ipalakad yung documents ko sa travel agency?

Di ko po sure ah, pero I think dapat ikaw. Kasi if ipapalakad sa agency, you should’ve chosen Travel Agency dun sa options po.

options po saan?

Naku, March pa po itong reply ko sa kanya. Baka iba na po ngayon.

Hi Yosh! Thanks for replying to my concern. So in my last application, pinalakad ko siya sa travel agency. Pwede naman pala :) My application was also approved.

Hello pag na blacklisted ba sa online appointment may iba pang way para makapag appointment ng visa?

Hi, thank you so much for this very informative content ☺️ may I ask how much is the visa fee? Thank you again ☺️

It’s FREE of charge.

About PSA Birth certificate and marriage certificate okay lang ba na almost 2 yrs ago na kinuha sa PSA, will they still accept as long as galing sa PSA?

Just make sure that it’s still the original copy, and updated ang details.

Are covering letters required or optional?

Cover letter for visa application? Optional.

Hello! I still have a valid visa but will be the one applying sana for my senior father & minor daughter. Do you know if thats possible? TIA and Thank you for the very informative post.

Hi Justine! I’m not sure if it’s possible, but I *think* it is allowed.

Hello, when claiming the Korean Visa in the embassy, do we need to print anything again? And how would we know if our visa already okay for pick-up? Thank you.

Hello po! Mag a-apply palang po kaming passport this Apr. 17 then sa Apr. 27 po open ng slots ng Embassy. Pede po kaya mag sign up na kahit wala pa po passport on hand?

**Additional: May format/ template po ba ang letter of invitation for Korean visa?

Ask ko lang po kujng pano po kapag mag aapointment sana ng date para makpunta sa Embassy para malaman or macheck po kung wala po kami sa list ng BAN For re entry sa korea.. Dto din po ba mag appointment?

Hi,ok lang po ba na ibang email address ang gamitin sa pagkuha ng visa appointment slot? Nag pa book kc ako ng appointment online then email ng setter ang nakalagay pero name ko naman ang nakalagay sa reservation hindi po ba yun magkaka problema?explain ni setter email nya ang nilagay nya to get the authentication code at maka pag pa reserve ng slot.wala daw po yun magiging problema…any adia po?tsaka tanong ko na din po pwede ba include ang name ng mga makakasama ko sa tour like spouse and children with their passport numbers bali 1 family kami 3pax?or need ko sila kuhanan ng separate appointment?pls enlighten me po tsaka pwede ba hindi na isama ang spouse and child kc may work at nag aaral anak ko. ako nalang pupunta sa mismong appointment schedule?thanks po

hello, may nabago po ba dito? pwede po ba walk-in? thank you

Hindi pa po pwede walk in. Need pa rin po ng appointment

Hi po.. when booking an appointment ano po difference between Individual application for Tourism 1 , 2 and 3? thanks po

No difference naman between the three. They just have more slots na ngayon probably due to the demand. :)

Hi! Question, how many days usually ang visa approval? Thanks!

Hi! In my experience, usually a week after mo malalaman if you’ve been approved or not.

For Korean visa, can I make one appointment slot together with 2 adult single children? thank you

Hi may I ask if pinayagan po?

what are the documents needed for my nephew? he’s still a minor (13y/o)? gusto namin siyang isama. pwede bang ikuha ng appointment siyang mag isa?

Applicable pa po ba ang travel agency visa application?

Thank you po sa mga sasagot

Hi Maureen, pwede pa rin yata but need yata nilang dumaan sa same process as normal applicants. To be honest, sa sobrang daming beses nagbago, kahit ako naguguluhan na.

Hi! I’ve been traveling this summer and am not in my home country (USA) but I will be studying abroad in Korea this fall. Therefore, I need a student visa. However, in Japan, I checked the online embassy calendar for visa appointment and it’s full for all of July. I was debating on whether just going to the Korean embassy in August before school starts and getting a visa there. But I was wondering how long it takes for the visa to come… Also I think I would have to reserve a visa appointment at the Korea embassy and not be able to walk up. Is there an online visa application form because I cannot find it.

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