Looking to apply for a South Korea visa in Kenya as a Kenya passport holder?
Whether you want to visit Korea as a tourist, as a student or for a conference, Kenyans need a Korea tourist visa issued by the Korean embassy in Kenya.
Without much further ado, following is a step by step process of how to apply for a South Korea visa in Kenya:
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How to apply for a South Korea Visa in Kenya 2019
But first, a disclaimer:
I CANNOT guarantee that your Korea visa application will be approved by following all the below requirements to a T. Getting a visa or not is at the sole discretion of the South Korean Embassy visa officer who will attend to your application documents.
All I am offering here is a comprehensive guide with actionable tips to increase your odds of getting the South Korean visa from here in Kenya.
Secondly, always consult with the South Korea Embassy in Kenya, their website, or the Korea Visa Portal for any updates or changes. You can also give them a call at +254-20-361-5000; E-mail them at emb-ke@mofa.go.kr or visit the Korean Embassy in person at the following address in Kenya:
1st & 2nd Floor
Misha Tower
Westlands Road
Nairobi
Kindly note their visiting hours below:
Hours of Operation: 08:00-16:00 (Mon-Fri) (Lunch Hour: 12:00-13:00)
Okay, since we’ve taken that our of the way, let’s move on…
Step 1: Determine the type of South Korea visa that you are eligible for.
They are many types of Korean visas that you can apply for as a Kenyan passport holder: tourist visa, business visa, visa to attend a conference in South Korea, visa to study in South Korea as a Kenyan, etc.
Visit the Korea Visa Portal to determine
This visa guide will however is only focuses Korea tourist visa requirements for Kenyan nationals.
Should you therefore however, need a different type of visa, I advise that you contact the South Korea Embassy in Kenya for more information and for the your type of Korean visa application requirements. You can call the embassy on, E-mail them or visit the embassy in person.
Step 2: Prepare the required documents for your Korea visa application in Kenya
Visa applicants will each require different documents for their Korea visa application depending on their particular circumstance as outlined below.
Make sure to include only genuine documents and ensure that your documents are complete as per the specific requirements.
South Korea Visit Tourist Visa Application Requirements for Applicants Without a Sponsor or Guarantor (Self-Sponsored Trips)
1.A valid Kenyan passport.
Make sure that your passport is valid for no less than 6 months after your intended arrival date to South Korea, it has your signature, and has at least two (2) blank pages.
2. Photocopy of your Kenyan Passport bio page.
This is found on the last page (the section where your passport photo and your other personal information are found).
3. A completely filled out South Korea Visa Application Form.
- Download the Korea visa application form in pdf from here.
- Make sure to fill out the form completely and correctly in black ink only and in CAPITAL LETTERS, yes, including your email address.
- Erasures are NOT acceptable and you must NOT write anything outside the provided spaces.
- Write “N/A” in all spaces that are not applicable to you. Do NOT leave any section blank.
- For multiple-choice questions, you must check [√] all that apply.
- There is a section here that asks for the Name of your visa sponsor (Korean, foreign resident in Korea, company, or institute)
-
If self sponsored, just enter N/A or self-sponsored.
- There is also another section here that ask for your address in Korea (including hotels)…
This does NOT mean that you must pay for your hotel accommodation beforehand. Book your accommodation via Booking.com or Airbnb which has a huge database of accommodation options which you can cancel should you be denied a visa.
4. Hotel reservation
Make your Hotel Booking for Korea Visa application here.
The advantage of booking your hotel accommodation in Seoul Korea for visa application with Booking.com is that you can cancel your reservation free in case your visa is not approved.
Ensure the hotel you reserve here is the same one whose details you enter in the Korea visa application above.
5. Travel itinerary from a travel agent in Korea
6. Introduction letter (From employer)
At bare minimum, it is important that the letter from employer include the following information:
- Your full names and passport number as reference
- Your title
- Period you have been employed with the organization
- Your salary details
- Employment status – permanent jobs have more weight, I think
- That you will be on approved leave during the travel period and that you intend to come back and work for the organization
- Sign off by your HR/Admin person.
- any other relevant information
For self-employed / business people:
- If you’re a hustler – like I am right now, it is important to register your business to get a Certificate of Registration. With e-citizen, this whole process is such a breeze. Use the The Attorney General and Department. The entire process takes kedo 8 minutes only. But If you’d rather do things manually, just head over to any Huduma center and register hata kama its as a sole proprietor. With your business name, you can also make other branding items like business cards, a website, etc that come handy especially at immigration when the officers ask for evidence of what you do for a living.
For unemployed persons:
- Based on how the Korea embassy visa application requirements are structured, I’d suggest you just look for a guarantor or sponsor if you’re not employed or have no business to your name.
- If you savings are your only source of income, you MUST send in proof as part of your supporting documents.
7. Return air ticket (booking)
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
8. One colored passport size photo with white background
- The photo should be 3.5cm by 4.5cm
- Your head should be uncovered and no spectacles/glasses accepted
- Your face should cover at least two thirds of the photo.
- Just go to any studio in town, ask for a Korea visa photo and they will sort you out.
9. Korea visa application fee
The Korea visa application fee in Kenya is KES 4,000 / US $40 for a visa of less than 90 days. Kindly note that the visa fee is non-refundable even if your visa is not approved.
10. A bank statement
This should be your South Korea Embassy in Kenya
South Korea Visit Tourist Visa Application Requirements for Applicants With Sponsorship or Guarantor (Sponsored Trips)
1. Invitation letter (From Korea with a guarantee of stay)
2. A guarantee letter (From Korea stating that the inviter will take responsibility for any criminal activities committed by the invitee while in Korea and that the inviter will ensure the invitee goes back to his country after the expiry of the visa)
3. Introduction letter (From employer)
At bare minimum, it is important that the letter from employer include the following information:
- Your full names and passport number as reference
- Your title
- Period you have been employed with the organization
- Your salary details
- Employment status – permanent jobs have more weight, I think
- That you will be on approved leave during the travel period and that you intend to come back and work for the organization
- Sign off by your HR/Admin person.
- any other relevant information
For self-employed / business people:
- If you’re a hustler – like I am right now, it is important to register your business to get a Certificate of Registration. With e-citizen, this whole process is such a breeze. Use the The Attorney General and Department. The entire process takes kedo 8 minutes only. But If you’d rather do things manually, just head over to any Huduma center and register hata kama its as a sole proprietor. With your business name, you can also make other branding items like business cards, a website, etc that come handy especially at immigration when the officers ask for evidence of what you do for a living.
For unemployed persons:
- Based on how the Korea embassy visa application requirements are structured, I’d suggest you just look for a guarantor or sponsor if you’re not employed or have no business to your name.
- If you savings are your only source of income, you MUST send in proof as part of your supporting documents.
4. Return air ticket (booking)
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
5. A completely filled out application form in black ink
- Download the Korea visa application form in pdf from here.
- Make sure to fill out the form completely and correctly in black ink only and in CAPITAL LETTERS, yes, including your email address.
- Erasures are NOT acceptable and you must NOT write anything outside the provided spaces.
- Write “N/A” in all spaces that are not applicable to you. Do NOT leave any section blank.
- For multiple-choice questions, you must check [√] all that apply.
- There is a section here that asks for the Name of your visa sponsor (Korean, foreign resident in Korea, company, or institute)
-
If self sponsored, just enter N/A or self-sponsored.
- There is also another section here that ask for your address in Korea (including hotels)…
This does NOT mean that you must pay for your hotel accommodation beforehand. Book your accommodation via Booking.com or Airbnb which has a huge database of accommodation options which you can cancel should you be denied a visa.
6. One colored passport size photo with white background
- The photo should be 3.5cm by 4.5cm
- Your head should be uncovered and no spectacles/glasses accepted
- Your face should cover at least two thirds of the photo.
- Just go to any studio in town, ask for a Korea visa photo and they will sort you out.
7. Korea visa application fee
The Korea visa application fee in Kenya is KES 4,000 / US $40 for a visa of less than 90 days. Kindly note that the visa fee is non-refundable even if your visa is not approved.
8. A valid Kenyan passport.
Make sure that your passport is valid for no less than 6 months after your intended arrival date to South Korea, it has your signature, and has at least two (2) blank pages.
9. Photocopy of your Kenyan Passport bio page.
This is found on the last page (the section where your passport photo and other info are found)
10. A bank statement
This should be your current bank statement for at least the last 3 months.
11. Hotel reservation
Make your Hotel Booking for Korea Visa application here.
The advantage of booking your hotel accommodation in Seoul Korea for visa application with Booking.com is that you can cancel your reservation free in case your visa is not approved.
Ensure the hotel you reserve here is the same one whose details you enter in the Korea visa application form above.
Korea Visa Application Requirements for Diplomats, Civil servants & NGO Workers in Kenya
1. Invitation letter (From Korea with a guarantee of stay)
2. A guarantee letter (From Korea stating that the guarantor will take responsibility for any criminal activities committed by the visa applicant while in Korea and that the guarantor will ensure the visa applicant goes back to Kenya after the expiry of the visa)
3. Introduction letter (From employer)
At bare minimum, it is important that the letter from employer include the following information:
- Your full names and passport number as reference
- Your title
- Period you have been employed with the organization
- Your salary details
- Employment status – permanent jobs have more weight, I think
- That you will be on approved leave during the travel period and that you intend to come back and work for the organization
- Sign off by your HR/Admin person.
- any other relevant information
For self-employed / business people:
- If you’re a hustler – like I am right now, it is important to register your business to get a Certificate of Registration. With e-citizen, this whole process is such a breeze. Use the The Attorney General and Department. The entire process takes kedo 8 minutes only. But If you’d rather do things manually, just head over to any Huduma center and register hata kama its as a sole proprietor. With your business name, you can also make other branding items like business cards, a website, etc that come handy especially at immigration when the officers ask for evidence of what you do for a living.
For unemployed persons:
- Based on how the Korea embassy visa application requirements are structured, I’d suggest you just look for a guarantor or sponsor if you’re not employed or have no business to your name.
- If you savings are your only source of income, you MUST send in proof as part of your supporting documents.
4. Return air ticket (booking)
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
5. A completely filled out application form in black ink
- Download the Korea visa application form in pdf from here.
- Make sure to fill out the form completely and correctly in black ink only and in CAPITAL LETTERS, yes, including your email address.
- Erasures are NOT acceptable and you must NOT write anything outside the provided spaces.
- Write “N/A” in all spaces that are not applicable to you. Do NOT leave any section blank.
- For multiple-choice questions, you must check [√] all that apply.
- There is a section here that asks for the Name of your visa sponsor (Korean, foreign resident in Korea, company, or institute)
-
If self sponsored, just enter N/A or self-sponsored.
- There is also another section here that ask for your address in Korea (including hotels)…
This does NOT mean that you must pay for your hotel accommodation beforehand. Book your accommodation via Booking.com or Airbnb which has a huge database of accommodation options which you can cancel should you be denied a visa.
6. One colored passport size photo with white background
- The photo should be 3.5cm by 4.5cm
- Your head should be uncovered and no spectacles/glasses accepted
- Your face should cover at least two thirds of the photo.
- Just go to any studio in town, ask for a Korea visa photo and they will sort you out.
7. Korea visa application fee
The Korea visa application fee in Kenya is KES 4,000 / US $40 for a visa of less than 90 days. Kindly note that the visa fee is non-refundable even if your visa is not approved.
8. A valid Kenyan passport.
Make sure that your passport is valid for no less than 6 months after your intended arrival date to South Korea, it has your signature, and has at least two (2) blank pages.
9. Photocopy of your Kenyan Passport bio page.
This is found on the last page (the section where your passport photo and other info are found).
Korea Visa Application Requirements for Sports People from Kenya
1. Invitation letter (From Korea with a guarantee of stay)
2. A guarantee letter (From Korea stating that the guarantor will take responsibility for any criminal activities committed by the visa applicant while in Korea and that the guarantor will ensure the visa applicant goes back to Kenya after the expiry of the visa)
3. Introduction letter (From employer)
At bare minimum, it is important that the letter from employer include the following information:
- Your full names and passport number as reference
- Your title
- Period you have been employed with the organization
- Your salary details
- Employment status – permanent jobs have more weight, I think
- That you will be on approved leave during the travel period and that you intend to come back and work for the organization
- Sign off by your HR/Admin person.
- any other relevant information
For self-employed / business people:
- If you’re a hustler – like I am right now, it is important to register your business to get a Certificate of Registration. With e-citizen, this whole process is such a breeze. Use the The Attorney General and Department. The entire process takes kedo 8 minutes only. But If you’d rather do things manually, just head over to any Huduma center and register hata kama its as a sole proprietor. With your business name, you can also make other branding items like business cards, a website, etc that come handy especially at immigration when the officers ask for evidence of what you do for a living.
For unemployed persons:
- Based on how the Korea embassy visa application requirements are structured, I’d suggest you just look for a guarantor or sponsor if you’re not employed or have no business to your name.
- If you savings are your only source of income, you MUST send in proof as part of your supporting documents.
4. Return air ticket (booking)
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
5. A completely filled out application form in black ink
- Download the Korea visa application form in pdf from here.
- Make sure to fill out the form completely and correctly in black ink only and in CAPITAL LETTERS, yes, including your email address.
- Erasures are NOT acceptable and you must NOT write anything outside the provided spaces.
- Write “N/A” in all spaces that are not applicable to you. Do NOT leave any section blank.
- For multiple-choice questions, you must check [√] all that apply.
- There is a section here that asks for the Name of your visa sponsor (Korean, foreign resident in Korea, company, or institute)
-
If self sponsored, just enter N/A or self-sponsored.
- There is also another section here that ask for your address in Korea (including hotels)…
This does NOT mean that you must pay for your hotel accommodation beforehand. Book your accommodation via Booking.com or Airbnb which has a huge database of accommodation options which you can cancel should you be denied a visa.
6. One colored passport size photo with white background
- The photo should be 3.5cm by 4.5cm
- Your head should be uncovered and no spectacles/glasses accepted
- Your face should cover at least two thirds of the photo.
- Just go to any studio in town, ask for a Korea visa photo and they will sort you out.
7. Korea visa application fee
The Korea visa application fee in Kenya is KES 4,000 / US $40 for a visa of less than 90 days OR KES 6,000/ US $60 for a stay of more than 90 days
Kindly note that the visa fee is non-refundable even if your visa is not approved.
8. A valid Kenyan passport.
Make sure that your passport is valid for no less than 6 months after your intended arrival date to South Korea, it has your signature, and has at least two (2) blank pages.
9. Photocopy of your Kenyan Passport bio page.
This is found on the last page (the section where your passport photo and other info are found)
Korea Visa Application Requirements for Business Visa to Korea for Kenyan Nationals
1. Invitation letter (From Korea with a guarantee of stay)
2. A guarantee letter (From Korea stating that the guarantor will take responsibility for any criminal activities committed by the visa applicant while in Korea and that the guarantor will ensure the visa applicant goes back to Kenya after the expiry of the visa)
3. Introduction letter (From employer)
At bare minimum, it is important that the letter from employer include the following information:
- Your full names and passport number as reference
- Your title
- Period you have been employed with the organization
- Your salary details
- Employment status – permanent jobs have more weight, I think
- That you will be on approved leave during the travel period and that you intend to come back and work for the organization
- Sign off by your HR/Admin person.
- any other relevant information
For self-employed / business people:
- If you’re a hustler – like I am right now, it is important to register your business to get a Certificate of Registration. With e-citizen, this whole process is such a breeze. Use the The Attorney General and Department. The entire process takes kedo 8 minutes only. But If you’d rather do things manually, just head over to any Huduma center and register hata kama its as a sole proprietor. With your business name, you can also make other branding items like business cards, a website, etc that come handy especially at immigration when the officers ask for evidence of what you do for a living.
For unemployed persons:
- Based on how the Korea embassy visa application requirements are structured, I’d suggest you just look for a guarantor or sponsor if you’re not employed or have no business to your name.
- If you savings are your only source of income, you MUST send in proof as part of your supporting documents.
4. Return air ticket (booking)
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
5. A completely filled out application form in black ink
- Download the Korea visa application form in pdf from here.
- Make sure to fill out the form completely and correctly in black ink only and in CAPITAL LETTERS, yes, including your email address.
- Erasures are NOT acceptable and you must NOT write anything outside the provided spaces.
- Write “N/A” in all spaces that are not applicable to you. Do NOT leave any section blank.
- For multiple-choice questions, you must check [√] all that apply.
- There is a section here that asks for the Name of your visa sponsor (Korean, foreign resident in Korea, company, or institute)
-
If self sponsored, just enter N/A or self-sponsored.
- There is also another section here that ask for your address in Korea (including hotels)…
This does NOT mean that you must pay for your hotel accommodation beforehand. Book your accommodation via Booking.com or Airbnb which has a huge database of accommodation options which you can cancel should you be denied a visa.
6. One colored passport size photo with white background
- The photo should be 3.5cm by 4.5cm
- Your head should be uncovered and no spectacles/glasses accepted
- Your face should cover at least two thirds of the photo.
- Just go to any studio in town, ask for a Korea visa photo and they will sort you out.
7. Korea visa application fee
The Korea visa application fee in Kenya is KES 4,000 / US $40 for a visa of less than 90 days. Kindly note that the visa fee is non-refundable even if your visa is not approved.
8. A valid Kenyan passport.
Make sure that your passport is valid for no less than 6 months after your intended arrival date to South Korea, it has your signature, and has at least two (2) blank pages.
9. Photocopy of your Kenyan Passport bio page.
This is found on the last page (the section where your passport photo and other info are found)
10. A bank statement
This should be your current bank statement for at least the last 3 months.
11. Hotel reservation
Make your Hotel Booking for Korea Visa application here.
The advantage of booking your hotel accommodation in Seoul Korea for visa application with Booking.com is that you can cancel your reservation free in case your visa is not approved.
Ensure the hotel you reserve here is the same one whose details you enter in the Korea visa application form above.
12. Your company registration certificate
Korea Visa Application Requirements for Students from Kenya
1. Invitation letter (From Korea with a guarantee of stay)
2. A certificate of admission to the university or learning institution in South Korea
3. Introduction letter (From employer)
At bare minimum, it is important that the letter from employer include the following information:
- Your full names and passport number as reference
- Your title
- Period you have been employed with the organization
- Your salary details
- Employment status – permanent jobs have more weight, I think
- That you will be on approved leave during the travel period and that you intend to come back and work for the organization
- Sign off by your HR/Admin person.
- any other relevant information
For self-employed / business people:
- If you’re a hustler – like I am right now, it is important to register your business to get a Certificate of Registration. With e-citizen, this whole process is such a breeze. Use the The Attorney General and Department. The entire process takes kedo 8 minutes only. But If you’d rather do things manually, just head over to any Huduma center and register hata kama its as a sole proprietor. With your business name, you can also make other branding items like business cards, a website, etc that come handy especially at immigration when the officers ask for evidence of what you do for a living.
For unemployed persons:
- Based on how the Korea embassy visa application requirements are structured, I’d suggest you just look for a guarantor or sponsor if you’re not employed or have no business to your name.
- If you savings are your only source of income, you MUST send in proof as part of your supporting documents.
4. Air ticket (booking)
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
5. A completely filled out application form in black ink
- Download the Korea visa application form in pdf from here.
- Make sure to fill out the form completely and correctly in black ink only and in CAPITAL LETTERS, yes, including your email address.
- Erasures are NOT acceptable and you must NOT write anything outside the provided spaces.
- Write “N/A” in all spaces that are not applicable to you. Do NOT leave any section blank.
- For multiple-choice questions, you must check [√] all that apply.
- There is a section here that asks for the Name of your visa sponsor (Korean, foreign resident in Korea, company, or institute)
-
If self sponsored, just enter N/A or self-sponsored.
- There is also another section here that ask for your address in Korea (including hotels)…
This does NOT mean that you must pay for your hotel accommodation beforehand. Book your accommodation via Booking.com or Airbnb which has a huge database of accommodation options which you can cancel should you be denied a visa.
6. One colored passport size photo with white background
- The photo should be 3.5cm by 4.5cm
- Your head should be uncovered and no spectacles/glasses accepted
- Your face should cover at least two thirds of the photo.
- Just go to any studio in town, ask for a Korea visa photo and they will sort you out.
7. Korea visa application fee
The Korea visa application fee in Kenya for student visa is KES 6, 000 (US $60) for single entry or KES 9, 000 (US$ 90) multiple entry. Kindly note that the visa fee is non-refundable even if your visa is not approved.
8. A valid Kenyan passport.
Make sure that your passport is valid for no less than 6 months after your intended arrival date to South Korea, it has your signature, and has at least two (2) blank pages.
9. Photocopy of your Kenyan Passport bio page.
This is found on the last page (the section where your passport photo and other info are found)
10. Means of funding your stay in South Korea
If you’re on scholarship, please make sure to include your scholarship certificate.
If you’re self – sponsored though, you will need to show your financial status proving capacity to fund your stay while in South Korea. This should be your current bank statement for at least the last 6 months or so. Ask your bank to certify the bank statements.
I am not aware of any standard minimum required amounts to have in the bank statement used to apply for the South Korea visa. However, I would work with a ballpark figure of US100 (approximately KES 15,000) per day of intended stay in South Korea. The more you can show, of course the better for you.
11. Academic certificates
Obviously… si unaenda kusoma?
Korea Visa Application from Kenya Requirements for Medical Visa
1. Invitation from (From a Korean hospital with guarantee of stay).
2. Registration Certificate of the Hospital where you will be seeking treatment.
3. Introduction letter (From employer)
At bare minimum, it is important that the letter from employer include the following information:
- Your full names and passport number as reference.
- Your title.
- Period you have been employed with the organization.
- Your salary details.
- Employment status – permanent jobs have more weight, I think.
- That you will be on approved sick off during the travel period and that you intend to come back and work for the organization when you get better.
- Sign off by your HR/Admin person.
- any other relevant information
For self-employed / business people:
- If you’re a hustler – like I am right now, it is important to register your business to get a Certificate of Registration. With e-citizen, this whole process is such a breeze. Use the The Attorney General and Department. The entire process takes kedo 8 minutes only. But If you’d rather do things manually, just head over to any Huduma center and register hata kama its as a sole proprietor. With your business name, you can also make other branding items like business cards, a website, etc that come handy especially at immigration when the officers ask for evidence of what you do for a living.
For unemployed persons:
- Based on how the Korea embassy visa application requirements are structured, I’d suggest you just look for a guarantor or sponsor if you’re not employed or have no business to your name.
- If you savings are your only source of income, you MUST send in proof as part of your supporting documents.
4. Air ticket (booking)
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
5. A completely filled out application form in black ink
- Download the Korea visa application form in pdf from here.
- Make sure to fill out the form completely and correctly in black ink only and in CAPITAL LETTERS, yes, including your email address.
- Erasures are NOT acceptable and you must NOT write anything outside the provided spaces.
- Write “N/A” in all spaces that are not applicable to you. Do NOT leave any section blank.
- For multiple-choice questions, you must check [√] all that apply.
- There is a section here that asks for the Name of your visa sponsor (Korean, foreign resident in Korea, company, or institute)
-
If self sponsored, just enter N/A or self-sponsored.
- There is also another section here that ask for your address in Korea (including hotels)…
This does NOT mean that you must pay for your hotel accommodation beforehand. Book your accommodation via Booking.com or Airbnb which has a huge database of accommodation options which you can cancel should you be denied a visa.
6. One colored passport size photo with white background
- The photo should be 3.5cm by 4.5cm
- Your head should be uncovered and no spectacles/glasses accepted
- Your face should cover at least two thirds of the photo.
- Just go to any studio in town, ask for a Korea visa photo and they will sort you out.
7. Korea medical visa application fee
The Korea medical visa application fee in Kenya is KES 4,000 (US $40).
Kindly note that the visa fee is non-refundable even if your visa is not approved.
8. A valid Kenyan passport.
Make sure that your passport is valid for no less than 6 months after your intended arrival date to South Korea, it has your signature, and has at least two (2) blank pages.
9. Photocopy of your Kenyan Passport bio page.
This is found on the last page (the section where your passport photo and other info are found)
10. A bank statement
This should be your current bank statement for at least the last 3 months.
11. Medical report from doctor proving that you need specialized treatment
12. Evidence of capability to pay your medical bills in South Korea
You will need to show proof that you’re able to pay for your hospital bills in South Korea. This should be a bank statement with amounts at least equivalent to the total cost of your treatment in the South Korean hospital. Ask your bank to certify the bank statements.
Step 3: Process Your Visa application at the South Korea Embassy in Kenya
Once you have gathered all the above required documents depending on your particular circumstance, submit your completed documents in person to embassy of South Korea in Nairobi, Kenya.
Below are the location details of Korea’s embassy in Kenya:
1st & 2nd Floor,
Misha Tower,
Westlands Road.
Nairobi
Step 4: Collect Your Korea Visa Application Results
To know when your Korea visa application status in Kenya are ready for collection, click on this link to track your Korea visa application status online.
Please note that you must go in person to collect your passport and visa results from the Korean embassy in Kenya.
P.S.> Visa processing takes minimum of 5 (five working days) so plan accordingly.
Looking for accommodation in Seoul Korea?
Check out Booking.com and Airbnb for the best room rates as Seoul Korea is a rather expensive destination if you don’t make advance preparations. I personally use either of these two booking sites for all of my stays and therefore highly recommend them.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
◘◘ Where in Kenya can I get a refundable dummy return round trip ticket flight itinerary for my South Korea Visa application in Kenya?
Click on this link here to get a refundable flight reservation for Korea visa application in Kenya.
◘◘ When is the earliest time that I can apply for a South Korea visa in Kenya?
South Korea visa processing in Kenya takes a minimum of five (5) working days.
I therefore suggest you start your application as early as possible, to provide sufficient time for visa processing..
◘◘ How long is the duration of a tourist South Korea visa?
With a South Korea tourism visa, you are permitted to stay in South Korea for as long as the visa is still valid, but for no more than 90 days, starting from the day your cross the border into the country.
◘◘ How much money should I show in my bank account?
The South Korea Embassy in Kenya does NOT indicate any minimum amounts of cash needed in your bank statement to grant a South Korean visa. However, I’d advise like to show about KES 15,000 per day of your intended stay in South Korea. The embassy however requires that you submit a current bank statement for at least the last 3 months.
◘◘ How long does the South Korea Embassy in Kenya visa process via the South Korea Embassy in Kenyatake?
South Korea visa processing in Kenya takes a minimum of five (5) working days.
◘◘ How can I follow up on my application?
Please log into the Korea visa portal by clicking on this link to track your Korea visa application status online and track your application.
◘◘ Where is the South Korea visa submission center in Nairobi, Kenya? What is the address of the South Korea Visa Application Center in Nairobi, Kenya?
Misha Tower,
Westlands Road.
Nairobi, Kenya.
Yes, ample parking is available for visitors at Misha Tower.
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