South Korea Visa for Filipinos — Complete Guide 2026
South Korea is increasingly popular with Filipinos — for tourism, K-pop culture, and the Employment Permit System (EPS) work programme. Over 65,000 Filipinos work in South Korea. Here is the complete visa guide.
Korea Visa Types for Filipinos
| Visa Type | Purpose | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-3 Tourist Visa | Tourism, family visit | Up to 90 days | USD 40 (single), USD 70 (multiple) |
| E-9 (EPS Work Visa) | Manufacturing, agriculture, fishing | Up to 4 years 10 months | Through POEA/DMW |
| D-2 Student Visa | Degree programme | Course duration | USD 60 |
| E-2 Teaching | English language teaching | 1 year (renewable) | USD 60 |
| F-6 Marriage Visa | Spouse of Korean national | 1-2 years (renewable) | USD 60 |
Tourist Visa Requirements
- Valid Philippine passport (6+ months validity)
- Completed visa application form
- Recent 2x2 photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background)
- Bank certificate with minimum PHP 100,000 balance
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Employment certificate or business registration
- ITR (Income Tax Return) — latest year
- Hotel booking and detailed travel itinerary
- Return flight ticket
- Processing: 5-7 working days at Korean Embassy Manila or designated agencies
Employment Permit System (EPS)
The EPS is Korea's main programme for hiring foreign workers from 16 sending countries including the Philippines. Key details:
- Sectors: Manufacturing, construction, agriculture, livestock, fishing
- Requirement: Pass the Korean Language Test (EPS-TOPIK)
- Age: 18-39 years old
- Duration: 3 years (extendable to 4 years 10 months)
- Salary: Minimum KRW 2,060,740/month (~USD 1,500) in 2026
- Process: Register with POEA/DMW → Pass EPS-TOPIK → Skills test → Job matching → Visa issuance
- See Working in Korea Guide for full details
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