C-3 Short-Term Business - South Korea

What it is

For foreign nationals visiting Korea for business meetings, market research, contract negotiations, or attending conferences. Does not permit employment or income-generating activities. Official sub-categories: C-3-1 단기일반 (general short-term); C-3-2 단체관광등 (group tourism); C-3-3 의료관광 (medical tourism); C-3-4~6 상용 (business); C-3-8 동포방문 (overseas-Korean visit); C-3-9 일반관광 (general tourism); C-3-10 순수환승 (transit).

Key facts

Category: Business
Duration: Up to 90 days
Processing time: 3 to 7 business days
Maximum validity: 3 months
Path to permanent residence: No
Dependants: No

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.

Fees

Application fee (single entry, stay up to 90 days): USD 40
Application fee (if issued as a 2-entry visa): USD 70
Application fee (if issued as a multiple-entry visa): USD 90
Application fee (C-3 single visa for Vietnamese nationals (portal)): USD 20

Key requirements

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Business invitation letter from Korean company or conference organizer
Return flight ticket
Proof of business activities (itinerary, meeting schedule)
Proof of sufficient funds

Working on this visa

Only the activities of this status of residence are permitted; employment or any other activity requires prior permission for out-of-status activity (Immigration Act Art. 20).

Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 18 July 2026.