PNR for South Korea visa application
A professional flight reservation document that meets the Embassy of the Republic of Korea's requirements for proof of onward travel. Delivered in 5–30 minutes from $14.99.
About C-3 short-term visit visa
Korean visa applications are document-based. The flight reservation supports the credibility and timing of your stated visit.
What you'll need for the visa application
- Round-trip reservation
- Dates within visa validity
- Verifiable PNR
- Major IATA carrier
How our itinerary helps
- Real airline schedules. Every flight on a real route operated by a real airline (Emirates, Turkish, Lufthansa, Qatar, BA, Air France, KLM, etc.).
- Proper PNR + flight numbers. Looks identical to a travel-agency-issued document.
- Validity that matches your application. 48-hour, 7-day, or 14-day options.
- Embassy-verifiable. QR code links to a public verification page.
South Korea visa flight FAQ
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Detailed guidance for South Korea
South Korean visit visas (C-3 short-term visit) are processed by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, with most short tourist applications now eligible for K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) for visa-exempt nationalities. South African passport holders currently require a traditional C-3 visa for tourist visits. Flight reservations are required as supporting documentation, and the embassy reviews them for consistency with the stated purpose of visit.
Embassy & application centres
- Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Pretoria: 265 Melk Street, Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria. C-3 tourist visa applications.
- No consulate outside Pretoria: All visa applications routed through Pretoria embassy.
- K-ETA portal: Not currently available to South African passport holders; check current eligibility before applying.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Confusing K-ETA with C-3 visa: K-ETA is for visa-exempt nationals only. Confirm passport eligibility before applying.
- Insufficient financial documentation: Korean visas require strong financial proof. Your reservation must align with the financial picture you present.
- Booking reservations on small carriers: Major IATA carriers (Korean Air, Asiana, Qatar, Emirates, Singapore) are preferred for visa documentation purposes.
What this destination involves
Korean visa applications from South Africa typically target Seoul (ICN as the main arrival airport, GMP for domestic connections), Busan (PUS for southern coast travel), and Jeju Island (CJU). Korean Air operates JNB to Seoul-ICN; common alternative routings are via Hong Kong, Singapore, or Dubai.
Pricing & validity guidance
Korean visa processing is typically 5-15 business days from the Pretoria embassy. The 14-day plan covers this window. If applying close to peak season (autumn for foliage, spring for cherry blossom), allow extra processing time.
Visa types for South Korea
Different visa categories have different documentation requirements. Click for type-specific guidance: