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[2022] KOREAN VISA GUIDE for Filipinos (Step-by-Step)

Mello Fabrique — Thu, 20 May 2021 23:03:23 +0000

The Philippines has been one of South Korea’s largest tourism sources for many years now and it’s not surprising why. Filipinos love everything about South Korea, from history to culture, food to products, and K-pop to K-dramas. They just know the special recipe that caters to the taste of Filipinos. I’m even willing to bet that your dream of visiting Korea starts from one of these, but even if it’s not, I can guarantee that there is a whole another world to explore in South Korea.

Korean entertainment industry is one of the biggest in the world, though I am not an avid fan of it, but in the snippets I’ve seen, I could totally understand why fans are so crazy about them. Walking through the streets of Seoul could transport you directly into Korean drama scenes, it was that Magical! Well, let me tell you that you are just a 4 hour plane ride and an approved Korean Visa away from experiencing all these and to be honest, getting a Korean Visa is not as complicated as you might think since the Korean Embassy is quite lenient in giving out tourist visas to Filipinos, nowadays. Let these 6 simple steps be the start of your adventures in the Land of the Morning Calm!

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I. HOW TO APPLY FOR A SOUTH KOREAN TOURIST VISA (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)
II. SOUTH KOREAN TOURIST VISA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

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I. HOW TO APPLY FOR A SOUTH KOREAN TOURIST VISA (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)

STEP 1: Determine the type of Visa you need to apply for.

Depending on your purpose, there are different types of Korean Visas you can apply for, (such as business visa, student visa, etc.). You may skip applying for a Korean Visa, ONLY if you are qualified to: South Korea Visa-free Program for Filipinos.

This guide is for those applying for a KOREAN TOURIST VISA (with and without sponsor/invitation) only if the purpose of visit is Short-term or for Leisure/Tourism.

If you have a different situation or intention/s, it’s best to directly contact the Embassy of Korea in the Philippines for more information.

STEP 2: Prepare and complete the Korean Visa Requirements.

Make sure all documents are clear and readable. Read this: KOREAN VISA REQUIREMENTS LIST for Filipinos.

TIP! You can also submit other relevant documents that prove the reason for your travel (such as medical certificate, invitation letter, etc.).

STEP 3: Find an accredited travel agency by The Korean Embassy.

As of July, 2018, due to the rapid increase of Visa applicants, The Embassy of Korea in the Philippines no longer accepts direct applications from individuals applying for Tourist Visa except for special cases (such as a spouse or child of a Korean national/citizen, a government employee on a business trip, and the Korean Consulate in Cebu). Otherwise, the only way to apply is through travel agencies accredited by the Embassy. Read this: KOREAN VISA Full List of Accredited Travel Agencies by the Embassy (with contact details).

STEP 4: Submit the documents and pay for the fees.

The Korean Embassy does not charge a Visa fee for stays shorter than 59 days, however accredited travel agencies do and they usually range from (P500-P2,000) as processing fee. For Visa applications of stays ranging from 60 to 90 days, the Embassy charges P1,800 as Visa fee (this is on top of the travel agency processing fee).

TIP! Be as early as you can on the day of submission as lines can get quite long at times in some travel agencies.

STEP 5: Wait for the Visa application results.

Processing time takes 10-15 business days, but take note that this is very unpredictable due to the influx of South Korea Visa applicants. Which is why I recommend applying at least a month or two before your intended travel to allow ample time.

STEP 6: Claim your Passport and Korean Visa.

The travel agency will notify you via SMS/Text messages once your passport is available for collection but, they wouldn’t usually tell if your visa is approved or not. Some agencies offer different arrangements to claim your passport (such as mail delivery, etc.).

This is how a Korean Single-Entry Visa looked liked.

In my experience back in 2017, I applied directly at the Korean Embassy in Manila and I got my Visa after 5 business days.

TIP! If approved, it’s always best practice to check and make sure all information on your Visa is correct to avoid complications in your travels. GOOD LUCK!

I hope you find this helpful in getting your Visa. If you have other tips, suggestions or you have gone through a different Visa procedure, please share your experience in the comment section to help out others. Let’s make this place be the source of useful information and a start of meaningful conversations that gives value to others! 🙂

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II. SOUTH KOREAN TOURIST VISA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

1. Is Travel Insurance required to apply for a Korean Tourist Visa?

NO. It’s not part of Korean Visa Requirements. However once your Visa is approved, I strongly recommend getting one because while South Korea is a very safe destination, remember that you can’t really eliminate the risk when traveling, but you can always add protection! That said, here’s my recommendations;

For the best “budget-friendly travel insurance”: SafetyWings
For the best “travel insurance coverage”: World’s Nomads

2. How much is the Korean Visa fee?

It’s FREE, but accredited travel agencies charge from (P500-P2,000) as processing fee (for stays less than 59 days). An additional (P1,800) change by the Embassy only for those who applied for Visa (stays ranging from 60 to 90 days).

3. Is Korean Visa Fee refundable?

Unfortunately, it’s Non-Refundable regardless of the outcome (Approved/Denied/Withdrew).

4. Do I need a travel agency to apply for a Korean Visa?

The Embassy of Korea in the Philippines no longer accepts direct applications from individuals applying for Tourist Visa except for special cases (such as a spouse or child of a Korean national/citizen, a government employee on a business trip, and the Korean Consulate in Cebu). Otherwise, the only way to apply is through travel agencies accredited by the Embassy. Read this: KOREAN VISA Full List of Accredited Travel Agencies by the Embassy (with contact details).

5. How long is the processing time for a Korean Visa?

10-15 business days, But take note that this is very unpredictable due to the influx of South Korea Visa applicants.

6. How early can I apply for a Korean Visa?

3 months before your intended travel, (but keep in mind that it might be very close to the expiry date).

7. When is the best time to apply for a Korean Visa?

At least a month or two before your intended travel to Korea is the ideal time to apply for a visa. Why? Because sometimes, Korean Visa processing time takes longer than usual due to the volume of the visa application the Embassy receives. Also, it’s always a best practice to allow ample time to avoid complications in your travels.

8. How long is the validity of a Korean Visa?

3 months from the date of approval and for stay up to 59 days (based from my experience with my Korean Single-Entry Visa).

9. Is ‘show money’ required to apply for a Korean Visa?

YES! The Korean Embassy requires financial documents for a reason and that is to establish your financial capability to cover all your expenses while in Korea, as well as your intention to return. If your trip is sponsored by someone, you need to submit their financial documents instead.

10. How much is the ‘show money’ to apply for a Korean Visa?

The Korean Embassy did not specify how much money you should have in the bank. It may be because it varies from person to person and the amount can also be totally different for everybody. But trust me, your financial documents don’t need to have millions, it just has to be realistic! So, if you intend to travel for a duration of 15 days with ONLY P20,000 in the bank, well that will raise a lot of red flags. In this case, you may want to consider applying with a Sponsor/Guarantor.

Most people I know who applied for a 5 to 7-day stay with P100,000+ in their bank accounts were pretty successful in getting a Korean Visa. I guess that’s a reasonable amount for that duration and their situation. But, a friend of mine got approved with only P35,000 in the bank for a 4-day stay. It was very risky, but it worked. I don’t recommend it though.

Again, the amount in your bank account should suffice to all your projected expenses in your trip to Korea, plus some extra funds for miscellaneous expenses. Also, you don’t necessarily have to spend all of them on that trip (which is why others refer to this as ‘Show Money’).

11 Do I need to book flights and hotel/s before applying for a Korean Visa?

No. You are not required to submit nor book flight tickets and hotel/s before applying for a Visa. Applicants are encouraged to secure a visa first before booking their flights and hotel/s.

For the question on the application form regarding your address while in Korea, you can reserve it online (for FREE) through through Agoda.com with a REFUNDABLE option if you cancel it a day before your intended stay. That way, you can also fill up the exact address and contact information needed on the application form.

12. What is the approval rate of Korean Visa?

90% is the approval rate for a Korean Visa, according to the travel agency I consulted.

NOTE: This may NOT be the exact approval rate by The Korean Embassy! This is just meant to give you an idea. Besides, not even the actual percentage nor anyone can guarantee you a visa, but only the Visa Officers and how convinced they are with your application.

13. What if my Korean Visa gets denied, can I apply again?

Yes! You can apply again after 6 months (from the date of your initial Korean Visa application results).

14. What’s the address of The South Korean Embassy in the Philippines?

KOREAN EMBASSY IN MANILA
122 Upper McKinley Road, McKinley Town Center, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
Email Address: ph04@mofa.go.kr
Telephone: (63-2) 856-9210, local no. 270, 500

KOREAN CONSULATE IN CEBU
12th Floor Chinabank Corporate Center, Lot 2, Samar Loop Cor. Road 5, Cebu Business Park, Cebu
Email Address: phi_cebu2015@mofa.go.kr
Contact No.: (63-32) 231-1516(-9)

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[2022] KOREAN VISA REQUIREMENTS LIST for Filipinos

Mello Fabrique — Wed, 19 May 2021 23:58:45 +0000

This set of requirements are for those applying for KOREAN TOURIST VISA (with and without sponsor/invitation) only if the purpose of visit is Short-term or for Leisure/Tourism.

If you have a different situation or intention/s, it’s best to directly contact the Embassy of Korea in the Philippines for more information.

This is how a Korean Single-Entry Visa looked liked.

I. Korean Tourist Visa Requirements for Filipinos
II. Once all requirements are completed, here’s the full: KOREAN VISA GUIDE for Filipinos (Step-by-Step).

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I. Korean Tourist Visa Requirements for Filipinos

1. Philippine Passport

A) Philippines passport must have at least 6 months’ remaining validity prior to your intended travel date with 2 blank pages for stamps.
B) The passport must be in good condition and have a signature (on page 3 in new 10-year passports).

2. Photocopy of the Passport Bio Page

A) This is located on page 2 of your CURRENT Passport.

3. Previous Passports (only if applicable)

A) Only applicable if you have traveled abroad within the last 5 years (if not then you can skip this).

4. Original and Photocopy of All Your OECD Visa/s and Stamps (only if applicable)

This is only applicable if you have traveled to OECD Countries listed here (excluding Japan) in the last 5 years (if not then you can skip this).

If you have been to any of the OECD Countries (excluding Japan) then you need to submit the PASSPORT that contains OECD Visa/s and stamps.
Photocopy of the USED OECD Visa/s and stamps.

TIP! Submitting an OECD Visa/s can expedite and increase your chances of approval.

UPDATE: As of June, 2019, Japan is still part of OECD countries, but the Korean Embassy does NOT accept JAPAN VISA anymore due to several incidents of applicants submitting FAKE Japan Visas.

5. One (1) Passport-sized Photo

A) Passport-size: 35mm x 45mm (colored photo against white background).
B) The photo must be clear (pixelated photo is NOT allowed).
C) Photo must be pasted properly on the designated area on the Application Form (page 1).

For sample, click here.

6. A Duly Accomplished South Korean Application Form

A) Download the Korean Visa Application Form here or through this link.
B) Must be Typed/Typewritten with Arial font size 12. (Update: As of November, 2019)
C) Leave blanks to the questions that are not applicable to you.
D) Print the accomplished application form in A4-size papers ONLY.

TIP! For the question on the application form regarding flight details, you can simply check the airline’s website and copy the details of the flight you are eyeing for. For hotel/s, you can reserve it online (for FREE) through Agoda.com with a REFUNDABLE option if you cancel it a day before your intended stay. That way, you can also fill up the exact address and contact information needed on the application form.

7. Invitation Letter (only if applicable)

A) If invited by a Korean National/Citizen or Foreign National legally residing in Korea submit the following:

Invitation Letter
Photocopy of inviter’s Passport or Identification Card (authentication not required).

B) If invited by Company in Korea submit the following:

Invitation Letter
Photocopy of Korean Company Business Permit (authentication not required).

8. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

On top of the primary requirements above, you will also need to provide supporting documents to prove and establish your financial capability to cover all your expenses throughout the trip as well as your intention to return. The supporting documents required differ depending on your status.

A) FOR EMPLOYEES

Original Certificate of Employment: The certificate must indicate applicant’s position, hired date, compensation, HR email address, complete office address, and HR landline numbers (mobile numbers are NOT allowed).
Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) or (Form 2316). If you do not have an ITR, you may write a letter explaining why you’re unable to provide it. (e.g. newly employed, etc.) In addition, you can also submit copies of your payslip or other proof of income.
Original Bank Certificate: Should be under your name and must be issued within 3 months from the date of your visa application along with the receipt. Also, it must indicate your account type, current balance, account opening date, and average daily balance (ADB). You are exempted to submit this ONLY if you hold eligible BDO or BPI cards listed here.
Original or Certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months from the date of your visa application and should be under your name.
Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (only if applicable).

B) FOR SELF-EMPLOYED/BUSINESS OWNERS

For Business Owners, provide photocopies of your Business Registration issued by DTI/SEC (for SEC Registration the pages should indicate the names of stockholders).
- Photocopy of Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit.
For Self-employed/Freelancer, submit your latest Income Tax Return (ITR) or (Form 1701A) with corresponding payment receipt from BIR authorized bank. If you do not have an ITR, you may write a letter explaining why you’re unable to provide it. In addition, you can also submit a sample of your work and copies of your payslip or other proof of income.
Original Bank Certificate: Should be under your name and must be issued within 3 months from the date of your visa application along with the receipt. Also, it must indicate your account type, current balance, account opening date, and average daily balance (ADB). You are exempted from submitting this ONLY if you have been to any of the OECD Countries with USED Visa/s (excluding Japan) or if you hold eligible BDO or BPI cards (as mentioned above).
Original or Certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months from the date of your visa application and should be under your name.
Copy of PRC Card or IBP Card (only if applicable).

C) FOR HOUSEWIVES/HOUSEHUSBANDS

Spouse Original Bank Certificate: Should be under your name or spouse’s name and MUST be issued within 3 months from the date of your visa application along with the receipt. Also, it must indicate the account type, current balance, account opening date, and average daily balance (ADB). You are exempted from submitting this ONLY if you have been to any of the OECD Countries with USED Visa/s (excluding Japan) or if you hold eligible BDO or BPI cards (as mentioned above).
Spouse Original or Certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months from the date of your visa application and should be under your name or spouse’s name.
Photocopy of NSO Marriage Certificate.

If Spouse is Employed
- Spouse Original Certificate of Employment: The certificate must indicate spouse position, hired date, compensation, HR email address, complete office address, and HR landline numbers (mobile numbers are NOT allowed).
- Spouse Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) or (Form 2316).

If Spouse is Self-Employed
- Spouse’s copy of Business Registration from DTI/SEC.
- Spouse’s copy of Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit.
- Spouse’s copy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR stamp or (Form 2316) with corresponding payment receipt from BIR authorized bank.

D) FOR STUDENTS

Submit the following only if you’re currently enrolled;
- Original school certificate.
- Photocopy of your School ID.
- Photocopy of your NSO Birth Certificate.
- Parents’ Original Bank Certificate: Should be under your Parents’ name and must be issued within 3 months from the date of your visa application along with the receipt. Also, it must indicate the account type, current balance, account opening date, and average daily balance (ADB).
- Parents’ Original or Certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months from the date of your visa application and should be under your Parents’ name.
- Photocopy of NSO Marriage Certificate (only if applicable).

If Parents’ are Employed
- Parents’ Original Certificate of Employment: The certificate must indicate Parents’ position, hired date, compensation, HR email address, complete office address, and HR landline numbers (mobile numbers are NOT allowed).
- Parents’ photocopy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR stamp or (Form 2316) with corresponding payment receipt from BIR authorized bank.

If Parents are Self-Employed
- Parents’ copy of Business Registration from DTI/SEC.
- Parents’ copy of Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit.
- Parents’ copy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR stamp or (Form 2316) with corresponding payment receipt from BIR authorized bank.

If your sponsor is not your parents, you MUST submit:
- Guarantee/Cover Letter: This letter must explain your relationship and should indicate that he/she is funding your trip including their contact information (such as address, email, and contact number).
  - Guarantee Letter Formats for Seafarers sample, click here.

E) FOR RETIRED and/or SENIOR CITIZENS

Original Bank Certificate: Should be under your name and must be issued within 3 months from the date of your visa application along with the receipt. Also, it must indicate your account type, current balance, account opening date, and average daily balance (ADB).
Original or certified true copy of bank statements/passbook for the last 3 months from the date of your visa application and should be under your name.
Clear copy of Senior Citizen ID.

II. Once all requirements are completed, here’s the full: KOREAN VISA GUIDE for Filipinos (Step-by-Step).

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South Korea Visa-free Program for Filipinos

Mello Fabrique — Wed, 19 May 2021 21:55:17 +0000

Korean Tourist Visa is one of the easiest to apply and obtain by Filipinos, nowadays, but then why apply if you can visit Korea Visa-free, right? Filipinos can visit Korea without needing to apply for a Visa, but be guided with the Visa-free Program set by the Embassy of Korea in the Philippines to know if you are eligible.

I. HERE ARE 3 WAYS TO ENTER SOUTH KOREA VISA-FREE!

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I. HERE ARE 3 WAYS TO ENTER SOUTH KOREA VISA-FREE!

1. Tourists in Transit Through Korea

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A) Filipinos who hold a valid Visa/s, re-entry permit, or permanent residency status from any of the following countries; Canada, Cyprus, Ireland, New Zealand, Romania, United Kingdom, Schengen (Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland);

Australia (the visa must be labelled on your passport if not, you must be entering Korea from Australia), and;
USA (including Guam and Saipan, except flights to Korea via Saipan).

B) No records of any of the following; criminal offence/s (including overstay) in the countries mentioned above, denied entry into Korea, deported or received a deportation order (including fine of more than 5 Million KRW) from Korea within the last 3 years.

C) Confirmed onward ticket to any countries mentioned above or to the Philippines within 30 days after entering Korea (stay of up to 30 days).

D) If you have a transit in another country (that is not mentioned above) on your way to Korea, that particular transit must NOT be more than 3 days. Otherwise, you will not qualify to enter Korea Visa-free.

2. Foreign Transfer Passengers

Seoul, South Korea | Photo by: Arrigo Lupori

If you are transferring through Incheon Airport (ICN) for not longer than 72 hours on your way to your 3rd country of destination or country of your nationality, then you can join the “Transit Tourism Program.” You can reserve a slot online through Incheon Airport Transit Tour for FREE, but food and entrance fees of the sites are not included.

3. Jeju Area

Jeju, South Korea | Photo by: Jeon Sang-O

Your point of entry (flight or ship) must be directly to Jeju Area with confirmed onward ticket to your 3rd country of destination or to your country of nationality (Philippines) and your stay must not longer than 30 days to qualify for Visa-free entry.

I hope you would be able to take advantage of this Visa-free program opportunity as it isn’t always available in most developed countries and also, because Korea is such a beautiful destination for you to visit! If you didn’t qualify to any of the list above, don’t worry, getting a South Korean Visa is not as complicated as you might think since the Korean Embassy is quite lenient in giving out tourist visas to Filipinos, nowadays. READ THIS: KOREAN VISA GUIDE for Filipinos (Step-by-Step)

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[2022] KOREAN VISA Full List of Accredited Travel Agencies by the Embassy

Mello Fabrique — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:46:57 +0000

Korean Tourist Visa is one of the easiest Visas to apply and obtain by Filipinos, nowadays due to it’s straightforward process and requirements. But of course, you need to know and understand the procedures first to properly lodge your Visa application to the right channels.

As of July, 2018, due to the rapid increase of Visa applicants, The Embassy of Korea in the Philippines no longer accepts direct applications from individuals applying for Tourist Visa except for special cases (such as a spouse or child of a Korean national/citizen, a government employee on a business trip, and the Korean Consulate in Cebu). Otherwise, the only way to apply is through travel agencies accredited by the Embassy. Also, be guided that the Embassy does not charge a fee (for visas with stays shorter than 59 days), however accredited travel agencies do and they usually range from (P500-P2,000) as processing fee.

NOTE: Korean Consulate in Cebu still accepts direct applications, so if you plan to submit your application there, here’s the address;

KOREAN CONSULATE IN CEBU
Address: 12/F., Chinabank Corporate Center, Lot 2, Samar Loop Cor. Rd. 5, Cebu Business Park, Cebu
Email: phi_cebu2015@mofa.go.kr
Contact #: (032) 231-1516

I. FULL LIST OF ACCREDITED TRAVEL AGENCIES BY THE KOREAN EMBASSY (with contact details)
II. KOREAN VISA GUIDE for Filipinos (Step-by-Step)

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I. FULL LIST OF ACCREDITED TRAVEL AGENCIES BY THE KOREAN EMBASSY (with contact details)

NOTE: These agencies may have differences in terms of how they handle a Korean Visa application (from prices to services offered), it’s always a best practice to contact them first before you start with your application.

1. ABOEX Travel and Tours

Mandaluyong (Main Office)
Address: Unit 14, U/G., Globe Tower Plaza 1, Pioneer St., Cor. Madison St., Mandaluyong
Telephone #: (077) 722-2141, (02) 246-1518

2. Adventure International

Makati Branch
Address: G/F., 3rd & 4/F Eurovilla 2, Rufino St., Legaspi Village Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 884-9400

3. Ark Travel Express Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: 146 Alfaro Place, L.P Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 816-6416

4. Blue Horizons Travel and Tours Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: 23/F., Pacific Star Bldg., Makati Ave., Cor. Sen Gil Puyat, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 988-5000

5. Budget Travel and Tours Inc.

Manila Branch
Address: Suite 3, Metropolitan Tower, Mabini St., Malate Manila
Telephone #: (02) 523-8120

Alabang Branch
Address: Unit 4018, 3/F., Alabang Town Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa city
Telephone #: (02) 850-5405, (02) 850-5456, (02) 850-5459, (02) 850-5463

6. Casto Travel Philippines Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: 2/F., Tuscan Bldg., 114 VA Rufino St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 810-0079

7. City Travel & Tours Corporation

Makati Branch
Address: LG8 Cityland 10 Tower 1, H.V Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 812-9111

Pampanga Branch
Address: Unit 201, 2/F., Diamond Spring Hotel Bldg., Mc Arthur Highway,
Balibago, Angeles City
Telephone #: (045) 405-0317, (045) 405-0317

8. COME ON PHILS. Golf and Travel Agency Inc.

Pasay Branch
Address: U-PXA 03A, Hobbies of Asia 8, Diosdado Macapagal, Pasay City
Telephone #: (02) 810-1959

9. Constellation Travels, Inc.

Makati (Main Office)
Address: 5/F., Merry Land Plaza, 1157 Chino Roces Ave., San Antonio Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 224-1730

Iloilo Branch
Address: Door 2, G/F., Manfred’s Bldg., 22 Gen. Luna St., Iloilo City
Telephone #: (033) 514-1066

10. First United Travel Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: Garden Level, Corinthian Plaza, Paseo De Roxas, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 818-7181, (02) 819-3919

Cebu Branch
Address: Unit 118, The QC Pavilion, Gorordo Ave., Cebu City
Telephone #: (032) 266-8816, (032) 266-1841

Bulacan Branch
Address: 2/F., Abary Square Bldg., 1773 Ano St., Cor. F., Vergel De Dios St., Poblacion, Baliuag, Bulacan
Telephone #: (044) 892-0746, (044) 766-1939

11. Getaway Tours International Inc.

Manila Branch
Address: 576 San Andres St., Near Cor. Adriatico St., Malate, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 524-2202, (02) 524-2252

12. Grand Hope Travel, Inc.

Cebu (Main Office)
Address: Lower Ground Level, SM City – NRA, Cebu City
Telephone #: (032) 234-0764

13. H.I.S. (PHILIPPINES) Travel Corp.

BGC, Taguig City
Address: 2/F., Serendra Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City
Telephone #: (02) 915-0351, (02) 822-4496

14. Hanatour Manila Inc.

Pasay Branch
Address: 2/F., Damon Bldg., Macapagal Ave., 1011 Pasay, Metro Manila
Telephone #: (02) 403-3993

15. HANKOOKCEB Corp.

Cebu Branch
Address: Room 301, Trans Asia Bldg., Cor. MJ Cuenco Ave., Osmena Blvd., Cebu City
Telephone #: (032) 238 2595

Makati Branch
Address: Unit 201, Buma Bldg., Metropolitan Ave., San Antonio Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 776-0253

16. Horizon Travel & Tours, Inc.

Ermita (Main Office)
Address: 490 Potenciana Mansion, Sta Monica St., Ermita, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 521-2586

17. International Journeys Inc.

Manila Branch
Address: Unit 2, 3/F., Altra Center, 1663 Jorge Bocobo St., Malate, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 4000-550

18. Island Resort Club Tour Services, Inc.

Pasay (Main Office)
Address: Unit 109-P, G/F., Five Ecom Center, Pacific Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
Telephone #: (02) 708-9999

19. JTB Asia Pacific Phil. Corp.

BGC, Taguig City
Address: 18/F., Unit 2, RCBC Savings Bank Corporate Center, 26th St., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Telephone #: (02) 894-5528

Mall of Asia Branch
Address: G/F., 107 Entertainment Mall, New South Wing, SM Mall of Asia, MOA Complex, Pasay City
Mobile #: (0949) 994-0249

Makati Branch
Address: Unit G3-315B, 3/F., Glorietta 3, Ayala Center, Makati City
Mobile #: (0998) 8422118

Quezon City Branch
Address: 4/F., Japan Town Retail 2 Level 4, Ayala Mall (Vertis North), Quezon City
Telephone #: (02) 932-5600
Mobile #: (0999) 2245669

20. KP JOEUN Consultancy Inc.

Ortigas, Pasig City (Main Office)
Address: Retail 9, Goldland Millenia Tower J., Escriva Drive Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Telephone #: (02) 854-5514, (02) 4511282, (02) 998-6639

21. Las Palmas Tours and Travel Agency, Inc.

Manila (Branch)
Address: G/F., Unit B2, Imperial Bayfront Tower, 1642 A. Mabini St. Malate, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 711-7069

Makati Branch
Address: UGI 1, Alfaro Place, 146 LP, Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 840-1363 to 65

Pampanga Branch
Address: Unit 2, 1010 Alley Bldg., Consunji St., Brgy. Sto Rosario, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Telephone #: (045) 435-1177

22. Marsman Drysdale Travel Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: 19/F., Robinsons Summit Center, Ayala Ave., Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 887-0000

23. MNK Travel & Tours Corp.

Ortigas, Pasig City Branch
Address: 802 One Corp. Center, Julia Vargas, Cor., Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Telephone #: (02) 687 4443

24. North Star International Travel, Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: 19/F., Trident Tower, 312 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 485-7272

25. Pan Pacific Travel Corporation

Binondo (Main Office)
Address: 353 E.T., Yuchengco St., Binondo, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 243-6666

Ermita Branch
Address: G/F. & 2/F., Pacific Pace Apartelle Suite, 539 Arquiza St., Ermita, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 8521-3141 to 46

Makati Branch
Address: UNIT LG01, Herrera Tower Condo, 98 V.A. Rufino St., (Herrera St.) Cor. Valero St., Salcedo Vil., Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 8810-8551 to 56

Cebu Branch
Address: Diplomat Hotel, 90 F. Ramos St., Cebu City
Telephone #: (032) 254-0343, (032) 254-0345, (032) 254-0347, (032) 254-0349

26. Party-on Travel and Tour Community, Inc.

Ortigas, Pasig City Branch
Address: Unit C2, 17/F., Strata 100 Bldg., F. Ortigas Jr., Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Telephone #: (02) 470-2000

27. Rajah Travel Corporation

Makati Branch
Address: 3/F., 331 Bldg., 331 Senator Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 894-0886
Mobile #: 0917-529-6774

Manila Branch
Address: G/F., GLC Bldg, Mabini Cor. T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 523-8801 to 07
Mobile #: 0917-854-3614

28. Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc.

Makati (Main Office)
Address: 3/F., Rico Bldg., #112, Aguirre St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 651 9000

29. Reli Tours and Travel Company

Makati (Main Office)
Address: 3/F., Dusit Thani Hotel, Ayala Center, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 894-1214, (02) 8894-1210, (02) 8893-9226
Mobile #: 0906-280-6666

SM Megamall Branch
Address: G/F., Mega St., Bldg., A, SM MEGA Mall, Mandaluyong City
Telephone #: (02) 8692-1114, (02) 893-7259, (02) 894-1213, (02) 894-1214
Mobile #: 0906-513-6555

SM Southmall Branch
Address: Unit 344, SM SOUTHMALL, Imanza Dos, Las Pinas City
Telephone #: (02) 800-4948 to 50
Mobile #: 0906-513-6222

Lucky ChinaTown Mall Branch
Address: FS414, 4/F., Lucky ChinaTown Mall, Calle Felipe 2 Cor. Lachambre St., Brgy 293, Zone 028, Binondo, Manila City
Telephone #: (02) 8242-0640
Mobile #: 0906-492-1000

30. Sharp Travel Service (Phils.) Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: Suite 504, Alexander House Bldg., Amorsolo St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 817 0071 to 74

31. Swire Travel Phils, Inc.

Makati Branch
Address: 6/F., Country Spacel Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 817-1082

32. The Baron Travel Corporation

Makati Branch
Address: 3/F., PCCI Corporate Center, 118 L.P. Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 817-4926

33. Travel Pros

SM Megamall (Main Office)
Address: 5/F., SM Megamall Bldg., B., EDSA, Mandaluyong City
Telephone #: (02) 634-0265 to 67

SM Aura Branch
Address: B/1, SM Aura Premier, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Telephone #: (02) 556-3007

34. Travelservices, Inc.

Makati (Main Office)
Address: 2/F., Trinity Insurance Center, 7504 Bagtikan St., San Antonio, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 706-8600

Laguna Branch
Address: 2/F., J. Alcasid Business Center, Crossing Brgy., 1, Calamba City
Telephone #: (049) 508-2513, (049) 508-2268

Cebu Branch
Address: 4/F., Metrobank Plaza Bldg., Osmena Blvd., Cebu City
Telephone #: (032) 253-5808, (032) 255-7374

35. Uni-Orient Travel, Inc.

Manila Branch
Address: 447 Juan Luna St., Binondo, Manila
Telephone #: (02) 243-3888

Makati Branch
Address: Unit 101, G/F., Windsor Tower, 163 Legaspi St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
Telephone #: (02) 818-9585

Ortigas, Pasig City Branch
Address: Unit 2006, East Tektite Tower, Philippine Stock Exchange, Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Telephone #: (02) 705-2222

Cebu Branch
Address: 2/F., Capitol Square, N. Escario St., Cebu City
Telephone #: (032) 253-1868

P.S. This list is according to the official website of the Korean Embassy in the Philippines. There may be other branches of these 35 travel agencies that can also process your Korean Visa application, but again, it’s best to contact them first beforehand for further instructions.

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