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Updated: September 25, 2024

VISA Application

Part 3

IMPORTANT TIPS:

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1) Be sure to apply for your VISA as soon as possible (but not too soon)

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2) I applied for my VISA at the embassy in Los Angeles, California, but each embassy and consulate may have varying requirements to apply

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3) I did not realize it at the time, but to apply for your VISA, you need documents that your institution provides for you AFTER your acceptance

  • In my case, it was my admission packet from Yonsei

  • I made an appointment at the embassy before receiving my packet because I did not know where to start when applying for my VISA and found this out during that time

    • I recommend doing this if you're completely lost like I was because the staff helped me navigate and figure out how to go through the process correctly

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​4) Please refer to the Visa Go website for more detailed information on how to apply for your VISA especially if you're a student of Korean Descent because there may be additional requirements for you​

VISA
Application
Timeline

June 20, 2024

Received Yonsei Admission Packet

Required Documents at the Korean Embassy in Los Angeles, California

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1) VISA Application Form

  • Make sure you are applying for the correct type of VISA 

  • Students who are studying or interning abroad should apply for the D-2-6 VISA

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2) ID Photo

  • Your photo needs to be 4.5cm x 3.5 cm

  • Colored

  • I was able to input my photo directly on the application PDF and print it out in color that way, so if you can do that I would recommend it

    • You do not need to prepare this separately if you do it this way​

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3) Original Passport + Passport Copy

  • Your passport must be valid for more than 6 months after the semester starts

  • It will not be accepted if it expires within 2 months after you're supposed to return home

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4) VISA Fee (cash/credit card/money order)

  • This may vary depending on the nationality 

  • I paid $45

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5) Certificate of Business Registration

  • This document was provided in the admission packet that Yonsei sent me

  • Issued by University in Korea

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6) Certificate of Admission

  • This document was provided in the admission packet that Yonsei sent me

  • Issued by the dean/president of the university that was certified by the Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Education

June 28, 2024

Applied for VISA

July 10, 2024

VISA Issued

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