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South Korea C‑3 Short-Term Tourist Visa for Filipino Retirees / Senior Citizens

South Korea C-3 Short-Term Visa

South Korea Tourist Visa Requirements for Filipino Retirees & Senior Citizens

The South Korea C-3 Short-Term Visa is intended for Filipino retirees and senior citizens traveling to South Korea for tourism, sightseeing and cultural experiences.
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📋 Basic Requirements

1

Application Form

  • Computerized South Korea Visa Application Form
  • Printed on A4 Size Bond Paper
  • Must be originally signed
  • Black Ink Signature Only
  • All information must be complete and accurate
2

Passport Photograph

  • 1 Piece Passport Size Colored Photograph
  • Attach/Paste directly on the application form
  • Recent photograph
  • Avoid wearing white-colored tops or shirts
  • No eyeglasses
  • Eyebrows and ears must be visible
  • No jewelry
  • Teeth should not be visible
3

Original Passport

  • Original Valid Passport
  • Must bear applicant’s signature
  • Validity must exceed 6 months
  • Please remove passport covers
  • Passport must be in good condition
4

Passport Bio Page

  • Photocopy of Passport Bio Page
  • Page 2 of Passport
  • Printed on A4 Size Bond Paper
  • Must be clear and readable
5

Previous Visas & Travel History

  • Original and photocopy of valid visas
  • Original and photocopy of previous visas
  • Arrival stamps from OECD Member Countries
  • Travel history covering the last 5 years
  • E-Arrival Notification (if applicable)
  • E-Travel Pass Confirmation (if applicable)
  • Arrival Slips or Immigration Records (if available)
✔ Applicable only to applicants with previous international travel history.
6

Personal Bank Certificate

  • Latest Original Personal Bank Certificate
  • Issued within 1–3 months from application date
  • Must indicate account name
  • Must indicate account number
  • Must indicate account type
  • Must indicate current balance
  • Must indicate account opening date
  • Must indicate 6-Month Average Daily Balance (ADB)
✔ For Joint Bank Accounts, the applicant’s name must be clearly shown on the Bank Certificate.
7

Senior Citizen ID / Retiree Documents

  • Photocopy of Senior Citizen Identification Card
  • Retiree Identification Card (if available)
  • Retirement Documents or Pension Documents (if available)
  • Documents must be clear and readable
✔ Submit any available retirement-related documents that help establish retirement status.
8

Proof of Relationship

  • Required if financial documents belong to another family member
  • Original PSA Birth Certificate
  • Original PSA Marriage Certificate
  • Other supporting relationship documents when applicable
✔ Relationship documents are required whenever another family member will provide financial support.
9

PSA Marriage Certificate

  • Original PSA Marriage Certificate
  • Required for Married Female Applicants
  • Must clearly show current marital status
  • Must be readable and free from damage
✔ Required when surname differs from Birth Certificate or Passport records.
10

Cover Letter

A Cover Letter may be required when additional explanation is necessary regarding:

  • Travel Purpose
  • Financial Circumstances
  • Sponsorship Arrangements
  • Retirement Status
  • Travel History
  • Name Discrepancies
  • Supporting Documents
✔ A properly written Cover Letter can help clarify circumstances that may raise questions during Embassy assessment.
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Data Privacy Consent Form

  • Accomplished Data Privacy Consent Form
  • Secure form from TaraVel Adventures
  • Must be signed by the applicant
  • Required before application processing
Document Submission Reminder: Please arrange all documents following the exact sequence listed above to facilitate faster evaluation and document checking.

📄 Complete Documents Only

Incomplete, insufficient, inconsistent, or unreadable documents may result in refusal of application acceptance and additional delays.

⚠ Previous Korea Visa Denial

Applications with an immediate previous Korea Visa denial are generally not accepted. Please consult TaraVel Adventures before filing.

💰 Sponsored Applicants

Even if another person will sponsor the trip, the applicant must still submit his or her own required personal, financial, and supporting documents.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Applications

For family applications, proof of relationship is mandatory. Original PSA Marriage Certificates and PSA Birth Certificates must be submitted whenever applicable.

📨 Invitation Requirements

👤 If Personally Invited by a Korean Citizen

  • Invitation Letter from the Korean inviter
  • Must contain at least two (2) active contact numbers in Korea
  • Fax numbers are not accepted
  • Photocopy of Inviter’s Passport or Korean Identification Card
  • Authentication is not required
✔ Ensure that the invitation letter clearly indicates the purpose of the visit and complete contact information of the inviter.

🏢 If Invited by a Company in Korea

  • Official Company Invitation Letter
  • Must contain at least two (2) active contact numbers in Korea
  • Fax numbers are not accepted
  • Photocopy of Korean Company Business Permit
  • Authentication is not required
✔ Company details on the invitation letter should match the information shown on the Business Permit.

🚫 No Passport Pull-Out Once Filed

Once the application has been submitted to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, the passport cannot be withdrawn or released while the application is under evaluation.

✔ If you need your passport for another trip, please make the necessary arrangements before filing your Korea visa application.

📌 Embassy Assessment & Evaluation

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Individual Assessment

Each visa application is evaluated individually by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea based on the applicant’s travel purpose, financial capability, travel history, retirement status, and supporting documents submitted.

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Additional Documents

The Embassy may request additional documents, explanations, or supporting evidence whenever deemed necessary during the assessment process.

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Verification Process

Financial records, retirement documents, invitation details, travel history, and other supporting documents may be subject to verification by the Embassy.

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Important Reminder

Submission of complete requirements does not guarantee visa approval. Final approval or denial remains solely at the discretion of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea.