๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณIndia Visa for South Korean Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa on arrival60 days max stay

South Korean passport holders can get a visa on arrival for India (up to 60 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

Visa on Arrival valid for 60 days with double-entry. Permitted purposes: Business, Tourism, Conference, Medical. Non-extendable and non-convertible. Available at 6 airports: Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai. Not available if applicant or parents/grandparents were born in or were permanent residents of Pakistan. Not available to holders of Diplomatic/Official passports. Fee: INR 2,000 or equivalent in foreign currency.

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Entering India on a South Korean passport

India visa cost for South Korean citizens

Visa on Arrival (Japan, South Korea, UAE nationals only)

INR 2,000

60 days, double entryofficial source
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Applications are handled via VFS Global โ€” service fee approx. USD 19, varies by centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 ยท sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for South Korean applicants

The exact documents South Korean citizens must submit for India, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

touristTourist Visa

The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Complete application form/s for each person applying, prepare for supporting documents referring to the checklist. Ensure the documents are completed accurately and signed where needed. Tourist Visa Checklist (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Common Documents for Indian Visa (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application Guideline & Upload List (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application form for Bangladeshi Nationals (PDF checklist โ†—) Travel Itinerary (PDF checklist โ†—) For Chinese passport holder : All chines applicants are required to submit E-ticket to visit India and a balance certificate from bank accounts in addition to other supporting documents mentioned on the checklist above. [Applynow] - Embassy of India requires all applications to be completed online. Click โ€œApply Nowโ€ to continue. - Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned.

otherMissionary Visa

The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Complete a separate checklist and application form/s for each person applying. Ensure the documents are completed accurately and signed where needed. Missionary Visa Checklist (PDF checklist โ†—)- Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Common Documents for Indian Visa (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application Guideline & Upload List (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application form for Bangladeshi Nationals (PDF checklist โ†—) For Chines passport holder : All chines applicants are required to submit E-ticket to visit India and a balance certificate from bank accounts in addition to other supporting documents mentioned on the checklist above. [Applynow] - Embassy of India requires all applications to be completed online. Click โ€œApply Nowโ€ to continue. - Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned.

otherFilm Visa

The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Complete application form/s for each person applying, prepare for supporting documents referring to the checklist. Ensure the documents are completed accurately and signed where needed. Film Visa Checklist (PDF checklist โ†—)Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Common Documents for Indian Visa (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application Guideline & Upload List (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application form for Bangladeshi Nationals (PDF checklist โ†—) For Chinese passport holder : All chines applicants are required to submit E-ticket to visit India and a balance certificate from bank accounts in addition to other supporting documents mentioned on the checklist above. [Applynow] - Embassy of India requires all applications to be completed online. Click โ€œApply Nowโ€ to continue. - Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned.

businessBusiness Visa

The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Complete a separate checklist and application form/s for each person applying. Ensure the documents are completed accurately and signed where needed. Business Visa Checklist (PDF checklist โ†—)Updated on 08 Feb Business Owner Visa Checklist (PDF checklist โ†—)Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Common Documents for Indian Visa (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application Guideline & Upload List (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application form for Bangladeshi Nationals (PDF checklist โ†—) For Chinese passport holder : All chines applicants are required to submit E-ticket to visit India and a balance certificate from bank accounts in addition to other supporting documents mentioned on the checklist above. [Applynow] - Embassy of India requires all applications to be completed online. Click โ€œApply Nowโ€ to continue. - Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned.

studentStudent Visa

The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Complete a separate checklist and application form/s for each person applying. Ensure the documents are completed accurately and signed where needed. Student Visa Checklist (PDF checklist โ†—)- Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Common Documents for Indian Visa (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application Guideline & Upload List (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application form for Bangladeshi Nationals (PDF checklist โ†—) For Chines passport holder : All chines applicants are required to submit E-ticket to visit India and a balance certificate from bank accounts in addition to other supporting documents mentioned on the checklist above. [Applynow] - Embassy of India requires all applications to be completed online. Click โ€œApply Nowโ€ to continue. - Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned.

transitTransit Visa

The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Complete a separate checklist and application form/s for each person applying. Ensure the documents are completed accurately and signed where needed. Transit Visa Checklist (PDF checklist โ†—) - Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Common Documents for Indian Visa (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application Guideline & Upload List (PDF checklist โ†—) Updated on 08 Feb 2024 Application form for Bangladeshi Nationals (PDF checklist โ†—) For Chines passport holder : All chines applicants are required to submit E-ticket to visit India and a balance certificate from bank accounts in addition to other supporting documents mentioned on the checklist above. [Applynow] - Embassy of India requires all applications to be completed online. Click โ€œApply Nowโ€ to continue. - Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned.

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India visa for South Korean citizens โ€” FAQ

Do South Korean citizens need a visa for India?

South Korean passport holders can get a visa on arrival for India (up to 60 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

How long can South Korean citizens stay in India?

South Korean passport holders can stay in India for up to 60 days per entry under the current visa on arrival arrangement.

What documents do South Korean citizens need for India?

A valid passport plus the India document checklist for your visa type โ€” Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

How much does the India visa cost for South Korean citizens?

The India visa on arrival (japan, south korea, uae nationals only) fee is INR 2,000. Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee of about USD 19.

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