Do you need a visa, and which route
Thai passports are visa-exempt for short stays under a bilateral agreement, subject to the K-ETA rules announced for the travel date.
Thai passports are visa-exempt for short stays under a bilateral agreement, subject to the K-ETA rules announced for the travel date — confirm current rules at https://www.k-eta.go.kr/

Thai passports are visa-exempt for short stays under a bilateral agreement, subject to the K-ETA rules announced for the travel date — confirm current rules at https://www.k-eta.go.kr/
This guide summarises the route to South Korea for Thai passport holders: Thai passports are visa-exempt for short stays under a bilateral agreement, subject to the K-ETA rules announced for the travel date. The deciding authority is the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Thailand and the Korean Ministry of Justice K-ETA system. We help review documents, prepare translations and sequence the filing; the decision belongs to the destination authority.
C-3 Tourist/Business
tourist
D-2 Student
student
D-4 Language
student
E-7 Specialist
work
F-6 Marriage
family
Thai passports are visa-exempt for short stays under a bilateral agreement, subject to the K-ETA rules announced for the travel date.
Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Thailand and the Korean Ministry of Justice K-ETA system.
• K-ETA policy for Thai travellers has changed several times — check the official site before booking • K-ETA approval does not guarantee entry; immigration officers decide at the border • Unauthorised work affects future travel
• Passport • Accommodation and return ticket • Financial and employment evidence (recommended to carry) • Long-stay applicants: category-specific documents
Government/embassy fees follow the official notice on the filing date. Our service charge is given as a written quote after scope review. Apply for K-ETA only on the official website; beware intermediary sites adding charges.
https://www.k-eta.go.kr/
We are both the filing team and your advisers. We map the document route and confirm the realistic steps for your case before any work starts.
Requirements differ by country and sometimes by application centre.
Handled by: Applicant + our team · Typical time: Same day
Recently issued copies avoid validity questions.
Handled by: Applicant / our team · Typical time: 1–5 business days
Translation into English or the destination language, with notarisation and legalisation where required.
Handled by: Our team · Typical time: 3–10 business days
The file is checked for internal consistency between dates, funds and stated purpose.
Handled by: Our team · Typical time: 1–3 business days
Biometrics and interview appointments are booked through the official centre.
Handled by: Applicant · Typical time: Depends on appointment availability
Overall timeframe: Document preparation typically 1–3 weeks; consular decision times vary widely, from a few days to several weeks depending on the country and season.
Passport with adequate validity and blank pages
Most consulates require at least six months beyond the intended stay
Civil-registry documents
House registration, ID card, marriage or birth certificates, translated into English
Financial evidence
Bank statements and letters covering the period the consulate specifies
Employment or study proof
Employer letter with leave approval, or school confirmation
Sponsorship or invitation documents
Invitation letter, sponsor's status and financial documents where applicable
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