South Korea Visa
C-3-9 tourism • D-2 study • D-4 language
Visa overview
South Korea is a regular tourist destination for Algerian passport holders under the ordinary C-3-9 category, and a rising destination for study and language courses. The embassy requires clear financial proof and a stay plan.
Required documents
- Hand-signed Korean visa application form
- Passport valid at least 6 months + data-page copy
- Recent 35×45 mm photo
- National ID copy
- Return flight reservation
- Confirmed hotel booking or accommodation proof
- Detailed itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Recent bank statement and bank balance certificate if requested
- Letter explaining the purpose, duration and funding of the trip
- Proof of professional situation and income
- Proof of ties to Algeria and copies of previous visas if any
- Employee: employment certificate, leave authorisation, recent payslips, CNAS certificate
- Trader or company owner: commercial register, extrait de rôle, CASNOS, banking and business documents
- Craftsperson or self-employed: activity card or licence, CASNOS, tax documents and income proof
- Student: school or university certificate, sponsorship undertaking, sponsor's documents, proof of relationship
- Retiree: retirement certificate, recent pension slips, bank statement
- Non-working applicant or sponsored file: sponsorship undertaking, sponsor's documents, proof of relationship and funding source
- University admission letter for study files
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Required documents
- Visa application form completed and signed
- Original passport and a copy of the data page
- Recent identity photo meeting the required specifications
- Flight booking and accommodation booking
- Travel itinerary
- Original, recent bank statement
- Proof of occupation and income
- CNAS or CASNOS certificate according to the applicant's status
Supporting documents that may be requestedMay be requested
- The sponsor's documents and proof of relationship where there is a sponsor
- French or English translation of Arabic documents where required
- Additional documents at the embassy's request
- For Algerian passport holders South Korea issues an ordinary visa affixed to the passport; it is neither a K-ETA nor an e-Visa.
- Tourist visa fee currently announced by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Algeria: 7,800 DZD, subject to change and to be verified before filing.
- Arabic documents are accompanied by a French or English translation in line with the embassy's instructions.
- Processing time is set by the consular section and may vary with the file, the season and any additional documents.
This is an RMDS Visa in-house preparation list, not an official list. The embassy, consulate or visa centre may request additional or different documents depending on the applicant's situation and the rules in force at the time of filing.
Official & embassy links
Official authorities and accredited application centres for this destination.
Important notes
- K-ETA is an electronic travel authorisation for eligible visa-exempt nationalities. It is not an e-Visa and does not replace the regular tourist visa required for Algerian passport holders.
- How to apply: a paper file submitted to the embassy or the accredited centre following the embassy's instructions; an interview or further documents may be requested.
- The Korean embassy fee, currently estimated at 7,800 DZD, is separate from the RMDS service and may change.
- Financial documents in the applicant's name are preferred.
- Arabic documents are accompanied by a French or English translation when required, and the final decision rests solely with the embassy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between D-2 and D-4?
D-2 is for degree programmes; D-4 covers Korean language courses at university institutes.
Can you guarantee the visa?
No. The decision belongs solely to the consulate. Our role is to help you prepare an organized, complete application based on the requirements published by the competent authorities.
What happens if I am refused?
We analyse the stated grounds for refusal with you and prepare either an appeal or a new file addressing the weak points.
How long does file preparation take?
5 to 8 days.