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Medical Tourism Visa to Korea
Medical Tourism Visa to Korea
Medical Tourism Visa to Korea
Medical Visa
Medical Tourism Visa to Korea
Medical Tourism Visa Issuance Guide
1. C-
3-3
Foreign patients wishing to receive medical services in Korea, such as treatment, health checkups, or plastic surgery, must obtain a C-3-3 medical tourism visa.
What is a C-3-3 visa?
The C-3-3 visa is a short-term medical tourism visa for foreigners visiting Korea for medical purposes (treatment, surgery, medical examination, etc.).
Unlike a general tourist visa, it is issued based on an invitation from a medical institution.
Issuance procedure
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Healthcare consultation in Korea
First, we proceed with a consultation with a Korean hospital or a medical tourism agency.
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Medical Consultation and Treatment Plan Guide
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Estimated Cost Guide
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Coordination of treatment schedule
Available services
Hospital-issued documents
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Medical Appointment Confirmation
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Invitation Letter / Treatment Verification
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Medical Quotation
2. Preparation of Visa Application Documents
Visa applicants must prepare the following documents.
valid passport (valid for 6 months or more)
Visa application
Passport photo
Medical documents
Medical certificate or medical record
Hospital Invitation
Treatment Schedule
Bank balance certificate
Certificate of Employment or Business Registration
Proof of income documents
Proof of financial
** Required document may vary by country.
3. Visa Application
Apply at the Korean embassy or consulate in your country of residence.
In-person application (principle)
Some countries accept applications at the visa center.
Medical tourism agency services available
4. Visa Screening
The embassy reviews the following items.
Whether it is for actual treatment purposes
Financial capacity
Reliability of the stay plan
Medical institution appropriateness
** Review Period: Approximately 5–15 business days
5. Visa Issuance and Entry
You can enter Korea after your visa is approved.
After entering the country, you can proceed with treatment according to the hospital's schedule.
Period of stay
Standard duration of stay: Up to 90 days
Stay can be extended if treatment is necessary.
Information on extending stay
If the treatment period is prolonged, you can apply for an extension.
Extension conditions
Submission of hospital medical certificate
Proven necessity of continued treatment
Proof of stay expenses
Advantages of a medical tourism visa
Fast visa issuance
Entry accompanied by a guardian is possible
Recognition of stay for treatment purposes
Extension possible for long-term treatment