Get a Korea, Republic of (South) Visa

Business Travel Requirements for a Korea, Republic of (South) Visa for Canadian Citizens

  1. ETA Eligibility

    Travelers attending unpaid business meetings or business conferences may apply for a Business ETA. Please return to our homepage and select "Business Electronic" from our list of travel purposes.

    Travelers engaged in profit-making activities must apply for a traditional business visa. Please follow the instructions on this page to obtain your business visa

  2. Application Process

    Upon placing your order CIBTvisas will send you details for the following document requirements:

    • Passport
    • Digital Photograph
    • Application form
    • Business Cover Letter
    • Business Registration Certificate
    • Letter of Invitation
    • Additional necessary documents

Korea, Republic of (South) visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Korea, Republic of (South) visa?

    The best time to apply for your Korea, Republic of (South) visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Korea, Republic of (South) visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Korea, Republic of (South) visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.