Korea Tourist Visa Requirements for Filipinos (2025 Updated Checklist)

1. Philippine Passport
–   Valid for more than 6 months
–   Signed on Page 3
–   At least two blank visa pages
–   Torn/mutilated passports are not accepted

2. Photocopy of Passport Bio Page (Page 2 with signature on Page 3)
3. Old Passport (if with travel stamps)
4. Photocopy of valid & previous visas (USA, Canada, UK, Schengen, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Korea)
5. One (1) pc Passport-size colored photo (white background, collared shirt)

6. Visa Application Form
–   Download here – Korea Visa Application Form
–   Sample Filled-out Korea Visa Application Form. Download here (for reference only)
–   Printed on A4 paper, Arial font size 12
–   Must be electronically/computer-generated (use Adobe PDF editor or equivalent)
–   Use ALL CAPS (capital letters) when filling out.
–   If a question does not apply → leave it blank (do NOT write “N.A.”)
–   Tick answers using the check symbol (✔) only.
–   Only the signature should be handwritten in black ink.
–   The Embassy may not accept forms with improperly filled out, no signature, or errors.
–   If you submit it with incorrect or false information, it may result in the denial of your application.

7. Data Privacy Consent Form
Download here – Data Privacy Consent Form

8. Original Birth Certificate (PSA)
9. Marriage Certificate (MC) if the applicant is married
Note: The PSA Birth Certificate and Marriage Certificate are accepted even if not issued within the same year.

Financial Requirements
Addressed to:
Embassy of the Republic of Korea
122 Upper McKinley Road, McKinley Town Center, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City 1634

10. Original Bank Certificate
–   Must include account type, current balance, account opening date, and Six (6) months ADB
–   Valid for 3 months from the date of issue
–   Recommended balance: ₱100,000+

11. Bank Statements/Passbook (original or certified true copy, last 6 months)

12. Latest ITR (Income Tax Return)
–   Form 2316 (employed) / Form 1701 or 1702 (self-employed)
–   If no ITR, submit a notarized affidavit of explanation

13. Travel Agency Waiver
Download here – Travel Agency Waiver

Additional Requirements if Employed
–   Certificate of Employment (with position, date hired, salary, office address, HR landline & email)
–   Company ID (photocopy)
–   Approved Leave of Absence (for government employees)
–   PRC/IBP ID (if applicable)

Additional Requirements if Business Owner / Self-Employed
–   DTI or SEC Registration (photocopy, include stockholders’ page if SEC)
–   Mayor’s/Business Permit (photocopy)
–   Latest ITR (Form 1701/1702)

Additional Requirements for Housewives/Househusbands
–   Affidavit of Support
–   Spouse’s Employment/Business Documents
–   PSA Marriage Certificate

Additional Requirements for Students
–   School Certificate of Enrollment (original, not registration form/receipt)
–   School ID (photocopy)
–   PSA Birth Certificate (original)
–   PSA Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
–   Affidavit of Support
–   If parents are not applying together: a copy of parents’ passports/visas
–   If supported by relatives other than parents:
     –   Notarized Affidavit of Support
     –   Financial documents of the supporter
     –   Proof of relationship (siblings, grandparents, uncle/aunt)
     –   Parents’ financial documents are still required

Additional Requirements for Retirees
–   Senior Citizen ID (photocopy)

Special Situations
–    If self-employed without business permits → provide proof (social media page, contracts, online articles/posters)
–    Nanny/PA/Caregiver → must apply together with employer (attach contract/affidavit)
–   If unable to submit a document → provide a Letter of Explanation.

 This Korea Visa Checklist will help you stay organized when applying for your visa. Keep this handy and tick off each requirement before submission!