Getting a Korean visa is now easier for some Filipinos. Do you qualify?
Is South Korea your dream destination? Read on to see if you qualify for the Korean embassy's simplification of visa requirements!
Editor’s Note: This story was originally published on January 30, 2024, and republished with updates.
MANILA, Philippines – For some of us whose dream destination is South Korea, crossing this item off our bucket list has just gotten easier.
The Korean embassy in the Philippines announced that until December 31, 2024, it will be simplifying the requirements for Korean visa applications for specific types of applicants and their immediate family members.
All types of applicants listed below and their immediate family members (e.g. parents, minor children, adult children who can provide proof that they are students, spouse, and spouse’s parents) no longer have to submit bank certificates, bank statements, and income tax returns (ITRs).