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Simplify your travel preparations to Korea!

  • Get Your Korean Tourist Visa (C 3-9) Hassle-Free with W Express

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  • Beginning May 1, 2024, W Express is the exclusive courier service partner accredited by KVAC for processing and delivering Korean tourist visa applications.
  • Allocate sufficient time for your application, as pull-outs and fast-tracks are not permitted. Before visiting W Express, please ensure you have all required documents as specified by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea.

Key Highlights

  • Expanded reach. You can now apply and undergo screening at over 100 locations nationwide.
  • Assessment for eligibility. Courier visa application open for C-3-9 Tourist Visa (under 59 days), excluding invitation visa submissions.
  • Fast processing time. Visa delivery only takes 14-16 business days from date of application.
  • Transparent service fee (per applicant)
    • W Express Service Fee: Php 1,000*
    • Korea Visa Application Center Service Fee: Php 900
  • Representative assistance. Family members or co-workers can submit applications on your behalf with proper proof of relationship.
  • For Family Members: Provide a copy of PSA birth certificate or marriage certificate.
  • For Co-workers: Present a copy of company ID or Certificate of Employment (for both representative and applicant).

*Subject to change depending on delivery location

* Fee is non-refundable once requirements are submitted

KOREAN VISA REQUIREMENTS

  • SELECT THE TYPE OF VISA PURPOSE
  1. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa for EMPLOYED INDIVIDUALS
  2. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa for BUSINESSMEN
  3. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa for STUDENTS
  4. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa for HOUSEWIVES
  5. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa for RELIGIOUS WORKERS
  6. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa for RETIREE
  • Download the Korean Visa requirements checklist here.
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  • Click here to check the nearest W Express branch in your area.
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  • A. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa Requirements for EMPLOYED INDIVIDUALS
  1. Application Form – https://visaforkorea-mn.com/info/visasample (must be in A4 size).
  2. 1 piece of Passport size (35mm x 45mm) colored picture – white back ground and must be taken within 6 months
  3. Original Passport – (6 months validity)
  4. Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
  5. Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (If applicable only)
  6. Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (If applicable only)
  7. Original Certificate of Employment [must include applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, office address, HR landline number (cell-phone number is not allowed), HR e-mail address]
  8. Original Personal Bank Certificate [must include account name, account number, account type, current balance, account opening date, 6 months average balance (ADB)]
  9. Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
  10. Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
  11. Print out and signed copy of W Express checklist
  • B. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa Requirements for BUSINESSMEN
  1. Application Form – https://visaforkorea-mn.com/info/visasample (must be in A4 size)
  2. 1 piece of Passport size (35mm x 45mm) colored picture – white back ground and must be taken within 6 months
  3. Original Passport – (6 months validity)
  4. Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
  5. Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (If applicable only)
  6. Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (If applicable only)
  7. Photocopy of Business Registration from SEC or DTI
  8. Photocopy of Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit
  9. Original Personal Bank Certificate [must include account name, account number, account type, current balance, account opening date, 6 months average balance (ADB)]
  10. Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
  11. Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
  12. Print out and signed copy of W Express checklist
  • C. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa Requirements for STUDENTS
  1. Application Form – https://visaforkorea-mn.com/info/visasample  (must be in A4 size)
  2. 1 piece of Passport size (35mm x 45mm) colored picture – white back ground and must be taken within 6 months
  3. Original Passport – (6 months validity)
  4. Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
  5. Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (If applicable only)
  6. School Certificate (Original)
  7. Copy of School ID (photocopy)
  8. Original PSA Birth Certificate
  9. Parents’ Documents:
    1. Original PSA Marriage Certificate
    2. If employed: Employment Certificate Original [must include position, date hired, compensation, office address, HR landline number (cell-phone number is not allowed), HR e-mail address], Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316 Copy
    3. If Self-employed: Business Registration from SEC or DTI (Copy), Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit (Copy), Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
    4. Original Bank Certificate [must include account name, account number, account type, current balance, account opening date, 6 months average balance (ADB)]
    5. Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months) *If parents already have a valid visa, attach photocopy of parents’ valid visa. If not travelling together with parents, attach photocopy of passport or valid ID of parents.
  10. Print out and signed copy of W Express checklist
  • D. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa Requirements for HOUSEWIVES
  1. Application Form – https://visaforkorea-mn.com/info/visasample (must be in A4 size)
  2. 1 piece of Passport size (35mm x 45mm) colored picture – white back ground and must be taken within 6 months
  3. Original Passport – (6 months validity)
  4. Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
  5. Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (If applicable only)
  6. Additional documents
    1. If husband is employed: Husband’s Employment Certificate Original [must include position, date hired, compensation, office address, HR landline number (cell-phone number is not allowed), HR e-mail address], Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316 Copy
    2. If husband is self-employed: Business Registration from SEC or DTI (Copy), Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit (Copy), Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
    3. Original Personal or Husband’s Bank Certificate [must include account name, account number, account type, current balance, account opening date, 6 months average balance (ADB)]
    4. Personal or Husband’s Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
  7. Original PSA Marriage Certificate
  8. Print out and signed copy of the W Express checklist
  • E. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa Requirements for RELIGIOUS WORKERS
  1. Application Form –  https://visaforkorea-mn.com/info/visasample (must be in A4 size)
  2. 1 piece of Passport size colored picture – white background
  3. Original Passport – more than 6 months valid
  4. Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
  5. Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (If applicable only)
  6. Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (If applicable only)
  7. Certification from Church Original
  8. Copy of Church SEC in the Philippines
  9. If Employed:
    1. Employment Certificate Original [must include applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, office address, HR landline number (cell-phone number is not allowed), HR e-mail address], Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316 Copy
    2. If Businessmen: Business Registration from SEC or DTI (Copy), Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit (Copy), Photocopy of ITR (Income Tax Return) or Form 2316
    3. If student or housewife please refer to “Visa Requirements” for Student or Housewife
  10. Personal Bank Certificate Original [must include account name, account number, account type, current balance, account opening date, 6 months average balance (ADB)]
  11. Personal Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
  • F. C-3-9 (TOURIST) Visa Requirements for RETIREE
  1. Application Form – https://visaforkorea-mn.com/info/visasample (must be in A4 size)
  2. Original Passport – more than 6 months valid
  3. Photocopy of Passport Bio-page (page 2)
  4. Original & Photocopy of valid visa/s and arrival stamps to OECD member countries for the past 5 years (If applicable only)
  5. Original Personal Bank Certificate [must include account name, account number, account type, current balance, account opening date, 6 months average balance (ADB)]
  6. Bank Statement (original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months)
  7. Copy of Senior citizen’s ID
    • If bank documents to be submitted are named to another family member, submit proof of relationship. (Ex. Copy of Marriage Contract for spouse, Birth Certificate for child, etc.)
  • NOTE:
  • All photocopy and print out form must be A4 size of paper only (examples):
    • Application form
    • Photocopy of passport (bio-page)
    • Photocopy of ITR