Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa for South Korea (ordinary passports; K-ETA is only for visa-free nationalities). This page gathers what the Korean embassy and visa centre for Bangladesh publish, checked on 2026-09-26. Rules and fees change — confirm on the official page before you apply.
At a glance
| What the official pages say | |
|---|---|
| Do I need a visa? | Yes — Bangladeshi passports need a visa for a tourist trip (no K-ETA). (source) |
| Visa type | Tourist visa C-3-9 (single under 90 days; double and multiple also listed). (source) |
| Where to apply | In person at the Consular Section of the Korean Embassy in Dhaka (Baridhara), Sun–Thu 9:00–15:30. Since 4 May 2025 you must first fill in the e-Form on visa.go.kr and bring the printout with its bar code. (source 1, source 2) |
| Fee | USD 40 single (under 90 days) / USD 70 double / USD 90 multiple; non-refundable. (source) |
| Processing time | Not confirmed — check the official embassy / visa centre page |
| Stay per entry | Under 90 days on a single-entry tourist visa. (source) |
| Multiple-entry visa | Not confirmed — check the official embassy / visa centre page |
| Jeju visa-free entry | Not allowed — this nationality is one of the 23 excluded from Jeju visa-free entry; a visa is needed even for Jeju. (source 1, source 2) |
| Visa-free transit | Not allowed — this nationality is excluded from the 30-day transit visa-free entry. (source 1, source 2) |
Core documents
The main items the official checklist asks for — the full list depends on your job and who pays for the trip:
- The embassy application form, 1 colour photo (3.5 × 4.5 cm, within 6 months), passport valid 6+ months and a copy
- Air-ticket booking, cover letter, detailed itinerary and accommodation booking
- Personal bank statement and bank solvency certificate (at least the last 6 months)
- Trade licence or company certificate if any, income-tax papers, employment certificate and office ID (students: a letter from the institution)
(source)
After the visa
Visa holders fill in the arrival card (paper on the plane, or the e-Arrival Card online before landing). Keep your hotel address and return ticket handy at immigration.
Travelling on another passport? See which nationalities can visit Korea visa-free or with K-ETA.
Korea visa for other nationalities
- Korea tourist visa for Filipino citizens
- Korea tourist visa for Vietnamese citizens
- Korea tourist visa for Indonesian citizens
- Korea tourist visa for Chinese citizens
- Korea tourist visa for Indian citizens
- Korea tourist visa for Pakistani citizens
- Korea tourist visa for Nepali citizens
- Korea tourist visa for Mongolian citizens
FAQ
Do Bangladeshi citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Yes — Bangladeshi passports need a visa for a tourist trip (no K-ETA).
How much is a Korea tourist visa for Bangladeshi citizens?
USD 40 single (under 90 days) / USD 70 double / USD 90 multiple; non-refundable.
How long does a Korea visa take in Bangladesh?
Not confirmed here — ask the embassy or visa centre, and apply well ahead of your flight.
Sources: the Korean embassy / consulate and Korea Visa Application Center pages for Bangladesh linked above, checked 2026-09-26. This page is information, not legal advice; the embassy decides.
