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iVC's Korea visa packages are delivered by our **TOPIK Level 6 (highest) + 8 years experience Korean translator**, fluent in Korean immigration terminology, K-VAC submission procedures, and the strict F-6 marriage visa requirements. We coordinate Korean university admissions for D-2 (SKY, Hanyang, Sungkyunkwan, KAIST), handle EPS-TOPIK testing for E-9 candidates, provide F-6 interview coaching in Korean and English, and offer KIIP integration program guidance. With Apostille gains from 1 Jan 2026 replacing KGL, our packages start at 8,500 THB for C-3 Short Stay up to 65,000 THB for F-6 Marriage Migrant. Direct KVAC Bangkok liaison.
Apostille Status: South Korea is Hague Apostille member (acceded 2007) — from 1 Jan 2026 Thai-issued documents are accepted with MOFA Apostille. KGL (Korean Government Legalization) replaced for most categories. · Processing: P7D · Submission: KVAC Bangkok, Glas Haus Building, 1 Sukhumvit 25, Bangkok
Visa Categories Covered
- C-3-1 Short-Term General (90 days, single entry) — tourism, family visit, meetings
- C-3-4 Short-Term Business (90 days)
- C-3-9 Group Tourist (designated travel agencies)
- D-2 Student Visa (D-2-1 Junior College, D-2-2 University, D-2-3 Master's, D-2-4 Doctorate, D-2-7 Exchange, D-2-8 Short-term Study)
- D-4 General Trainee (D-4-1 Language Training, D-4-7 Vocational)
- D-10 Job Seeker (post-graduation, 6-month renewable)
- E-1 Professor (university teaching)
- E-2 Foreign Language Instructor (English/native speaker teaching K-12 or hagwon)
- E-3 Researcher
- E-4 Technology Transfer Specialist
- E-5 Professional
- E-6 Arts and Entertainment
- E-7 Specially Designated Activities (skilled professional, 80+ occupations)
- E-9 Non-Professional Employment (EPS — Employment Permit System)
- F-2 Long-Term Resident (5+ years E-series, point-based)
- F-4 Overseas Korean (재외동포)
- F-5 Permanent Resident
- F-6 Marriage Migrant (F-6-1 Spouse of Korean Citizen, F-6-2 Child Custody, F-6-3 Divorced/Widowed)
- H-2 Working Visit (Overseas Koreans 25+)
Standard Document Set Translated
- Passport bio data + all visa pages
- Birth Certificate (translated to Korean)
- House Registration (Thor Ror 14)
- Thai National ID Card
- Marriage Certificate (Khor Ror 3) for F-6 spouse visa
- Divorce Certificate / Death Certificate of prior spouse
- Police Clearance Certificate (Thai RTP, within 6 months)
- Bank Statement (3-6 months, KRW 10M+ for student)
- Income Tax Filing (50 ทวิ)
- Employment Letter (current position, salary, tenure)
- Educational Diplomas + Transcripts (translated + apostilled)
- Korean Sponsor Documents (Korean ID, Resident Registration 주민등록등본, employer certificate, income certificate)
- Standard Admission Letter (표준입학허가서) for D-2 from Korean university
- Confirmation of Admission for D-4 language program
- Business Registration of Hagwon for E-2
- TOPIK Certificate (Korean Language Proficiency, often required for E-7, F-2 points)
- Employment Contract (translated to Korean)
- Marriage Background Survey (결혼 배경 조사서) for F-6
- Income Tax Return of Korean Sponsor (Spouse Visa)
- Property Lease Agreement in Korea (Student / E-series)
Unique South Korea Requirements
- Korean-Language Documents — Embassy requires all supporting documents translated into KOREAN (한국어), not English; iVC uses TOPIK 6 + 8 years experience Korean translator
- F-6 Marriage Visa Strict Vetting — Korea's strictest visa category due to history of marriage fraud; mandatory pre-marriage interview, KIIP (Korea Immigration & Integration Program) Korean language certificate for some applicants, age gap scrutiny, income requirement for Korean sponsor
- EPS Employment Permit System — government-to-government channel for E-9 workers in 5 sectors (Manufacturing, Construction, Agriculture/Livestock, Fishing, Service); Thailand has EPS quota; iVC handles EPS-TOPIK test prep
- D-2-1 Language Test Requirements — TOPIK 3 for Bachelor's admission; TOPIK 4 for Master's/Doctorate; English-track programs may waive Korean requirement
- E-2 English Teacher Restrictions — only nationals of 7 designated countries can hold E-2 (USA, UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, Ireland, South Africa); Thai nationals not eligible for E-2
- E-7 Occupation List — 80+ specially designated occupations including IT specialists, engineers, designers, researchers; salary threshold KRW 33M+ annual (~USD 25,000)
- F-2 Points-Based System — minimum 80 points out of 120 (Age, Education, Korean Language TOPIK, Income, Investment, Job Type); F-2 leads to F-5 PR after 3 years
- H-2 Working Visit — only for Overseas Koreans aged 25+ from China, CIS, Mongolia, Thailand (limited), etc.; 38-month stay with work in designated industries
- KIIP (Korea Immigration & Integration Program) — 500+ hours Korean language + culture course; required for F-6 spouse application and F-5 PR application
- Hi Korea Portal — most visa categories require online application via hikorea.go.kr before in-person submission at KVAC
Pricing — Transparent Package Rates
| Package | Fee (THB) | USD est. |
|---|---|---|
| C-3 Short Stay Package (8-10 docs) | 8,500-15,500 | 240-435 |
| D-4 Language School Package | 12,500-22,500 | 350-630 |
| D-2 University Student Full Package | 15,500-28,500 | 435-800 |
| E-7 Skilled Professional Package | 22,500-42,500 | 630-1,190 |
| E-9 EPS Worker Package + TOPIK prep | 18,500-35,500 | 520-995 |
| F-6 Marriage Migrant Full Package | 32,500-65,000 | 910-1,820 |
| F-4 Overseas Korean Package | 15,500-28,500 | 435-800 |
| F-2 Long-Term Resident Points Package | 28,500-55,000 | 800-1,540 |
| H-2 Working Visit Package | 18,500-32,500 | 520-910 |
| + Apostille (post-2026) | +3,500-8,500 | +100-240 |
| + KIIP Course Coordination | +8,500 | +240 |
| + F-6 Interview Coaching (Korean) | +12,500 | +350 |
| + TOPIK Prep Materials (3 mock tests) | +5,500 | +155 |
Embassy / Consulate / VFS Information
Address: Embassy of the Republic of Korea, 23 Thiamruammit Road, Ratchadapisek, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 10310
Application Centers in Thailand:
- KVAC Bangkok: Glas Haus Building 1, Sukhumvit 25
- KVAC processes most consular services except diplomatic/official visas
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Embassy of Korea require Korean-language translations?
Yes — Embassy of Korea Bangkok requires all supporting documents to be translated into Korean (한국어) for the following visa categories: D-2 Student, D-4 Trainee, E-series Work (E-1~E-7), F-series (F-2, F-4, F-5, F-6), H-2 Working Visit. English translations are accepted ONLY for: C-3 Short-Term Visa categories, A-series Diplomatic/Official. Why Korean-only: (a) Immigration Office Korea processes applications in Korean (b) Korean legal/administrative terminology has no direct English equivalents (c) Integration with Korean Resident Registration System (주민등록제도) (d) Korean Family Court / District Office requirements for F-6 marriage processing (e) Hangul typography requirements for official documents. iVC's Korean translator credentials: TOPIK Level 6 (highest level), 8 years professional Korean translation experience, registered with Korean Bar Association liaison for notarization, trained in Korean Immigration Office (출입국·외국인정책본부) document formatting standards. Translation includes proper Korean honorifics (존댓말), accurate Hanja (한자) usage where applicable for names/places, and Korean date format (2026년 6월 27일).
F-6 Marriage Migrant Visa — Korea's strictest visa requirements
F-6 Marriage Migrant Visa is South Korea's most heavily vetted visa category due to historic marriage fraud cases (2007-2015) leading to stringent 2014+ regulations. F-6-1 Spouse of Korean National Requirements: (1) Pre-marriage Mandatory Interview at Embassy of Korea Bangkok — both Thai applicant and Korean spouse questioned separately about how met, relationship history, daily communication, future plans. (2) Income Requirement for Korean Sponsor — minimum annual income above 100% of minimum cost of living for 2 (2026: KRW 25M+ annually ~USD 19,000); sponsor must show stable employment 6+ months. (3) Korean Language Requirement — applicant must demonstrate basic Korean: TOPIK 1 (KOEA Level 1) OR completion of KIIP Stage 1 (100 hours) OR proof of meeting Korean spouse via English-speaking environment for 1+ year. (4) Marriage Background Survey (결혼 배경 조사서) — detailed disclosure form including how met (matchmaker, internet, work, study), prior marriages, family backgrounds. (5) Age Gap Scrutiny — if 25+ year age gap, additional documentation required. (6) Housing Evidence — Korean spouse must demonstrate suitable housing for couple (own property, long-term lease). (7) Joint Account evidence + financial integration. iVC's F-6 Full Package: 32,500-65,000 THB including KIIP Stage 1 coordination, interview coaching (Korean + English), Marriage Background Survey drafting, sponsor liaison. Timeline: 3-5 months end-to-end.
D-2 Student Visa — Korean university admission + TOPIK requirements
D-2 Student Visa subcategories: D-2-1 Junior College, D-2-2 University Undergraduate, D-2-3 Master's, D-2-4 Doctoral, D-2-5 Research, D-2-6 Exchange, D-2-7 Short-term Study, D-2-8 Special Study. TOPIK Korean Language Requirements (2026): D-2-2 University: TOPIK 3 minimum (some universities require 4); D-2-3 Master's: TOPIK 4; D-2-4 Doctoral: TOPIK 4; English-track international programs: IELTS 6.0+ / TOEFL iBT 80+ instead of TOPIK. Top Universities for Thai Students: SKY (Seoul National University, Korea University, Yonsei), Hanyang, Sungkyunkwan, KAIST, POSTECH, Ewha Womans. Standard Admission Letter (표준입학허가서) issued by Korean university — required before D-2 application. Financial Proof: Bank balance KRW 20M+ (~USD 15,000) for 1-year program, or sponsor letter with proof of funds. D-2 Benefits: 4-year initial stay, renewable, can work part-time max 20 hours/week during semester, 40 hours during vacation, after 6 months on visa. D-10 Post-Graduation Job Seeker: 6 months to find employment, renewable up to 24 months total, transitions to E-series work visa. iVC's D-2 Package: 15,500-28,500 THB including Standard Admission Letter coordination, TOPIK preparation materials, financial proof drafting, immigration paperwork.
E-7 Specially Designated Activities — Thai professionals working in Korea
E-7 Visa is Korea's main skilled professional category covering 80+ designated occupations beyond E-1 (Professor) to E-6 (Arts). Popular E-7 categories for Thai professionals (2026): E-7-1 Specialist (IT engineers, designers, marketers, R&D); E-7-2 Semi-Professional (technicians, sales/services); E-7-3 General (logistics, hospitality management); E-7-4 Skilled Worker (Manufacturing skilled in 8 sectors — added 2017 to address labor shortage). Salary Threshold: Annual salary must be 80% of GNI per capita (2026: KRW 33M+ ~USD 25,000). E-7-4 Skilled Worker Pathway popular for Thai: post-3 years EPS E-9 work, can apply for E-7-4 transition with: 3-year continuous employment + TOPIK 3 + employer recommendation + KRW 26M+ annual salary. Documents Required: Employment Contract (translated Korean), Korean Sponsor Business Registration, Education Diploma matching occupation, Job Duties Description matching official occupation list, Health Examination, Police Clearance. F-2 Pathway: After 5 years on E-7, can apply for F-2 Long-Term Resident; after 3 years on F-2, can apply for F-5 Permanent Resident. iVC's E-7 Package: 22,500-42,500 THB. Korean Sponsor required — iVC partners with Korean executive search firms and law firms in Seoul, Busan, Incheon for sponsor matching.
EPS Employment Permit System — Thailand-Korea worker program
Employment Permit System (EPS) is a government-to-government program between Korea's Ministry of Employment and Labor and partner countries (Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, China, East Timor, Laos). Thailand's EPS quota (2026): ~5,000 places annually across 5 sectors: Manufacturing, Construction, Agriculture/Livestock, Fishing, Service. Process: (1) EPS-TOPIK Test — Korean language test administered by Human Resources Development Service of Korea (HRD Korea) in Bangkok; passing score 80/200; held 2-4 times/year. (2) Skills Test — sector-specific (e.g., welding for shipbuilding, fishing knowledge). (3) Application via Thai Department of Employment (กรมการจัดหางาน) — Bangkok Phaholyothin. (4) Roster Inclusion after passing tests — pool from which Korean employers select. (5) Employer Match — Korean employer requests workers via HRD Korea. (6) Standard Labor Contract issued — 1-year initial with possibility of extension up to 4 years 10 months. (7) E-9 Visa Application at Embassy of Korea Bangkok. (8) Pre-departure Training — 3 days at HRD Korea center. (9) Arrival in Korea — additional 3 days training at HRD Korea facility before employer pickup. iVC's EPS Package: 18,500-35,500 THB including EPS-TOPIK preparation materials, application coordination with Thai DOE, document translation.
Apostille for Korea from 1 Jan 2026 — KGL replaced
Korean Government Legalization (KGL) has been the traditional authentication route for Thai documents going to Korea — requiring MOFA Chaeng Watthana + Embassy of Korea Bangkok dual authentication. From 1 January 2026, with Thailand joining Hague Apostille Convention (Korea has been a member since 2007), KGL is replaced by MOFA Apostille for most categories. Pre-2026 process: Thai document → MOFA → Embassy of Korea Bangkok → Korean translation by iVC → submission. Timeline 14-21 days, cost 4,500-9,500 THB government fees per document. Post-2026 process: Thai document → MOFA Apostille → Korean translation by iVC → direct submission to Korean Immigration / Embassy. Timeline 7-12 days, cost 1,500-3,500 THB per document. Major efficiency gain: 3,000-6,000 THB savings + 7-10 days per document. Documents most benefited: Birth Certificates (F-6 marriage), Educational Diplomas (D-2 student, E-series work), Police Clearances (all categories), Employment Certificates (E-series), Marriage Certificates (F-6), Bank Statements (D-2 financial proof). Caveat: KGL still required for some specific categories — F-6 spousal marriage registration at Korean local district office may still request Embassy authentication for redundancy. iVC advises per-document basis.
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