01

Consult Korean Consulate

  • Indicate your visiting period and the purpose of the visit.
  • Ask for eligible visa types for your visit to Korea.

02

Know your Visa Type

K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)

  • Required for all nationals coming from visa-free countries/regions.
  • Some nationals may enter Korean with K-ETA but may be restricted for studying purposes. In this case, please apply for the C-3-1 visa below.

C-3-1 (Short-term General Visit)

  • Eligible for individuals intending to visit Korea for a short period to participate in events and meetings or to obtain skills through a Korean organization.

D-2-8 (Short-term Study Visa)

  • Eligible for individules who inted to study in Korea for a certain period
  • As D-2-8 is the most complicated visa, please consult the Consulate for C-3-1 or K-ETA before applying for this visa.

03

Request relevant documents to HISS Office

The office can provide the below documents for visa purposes.

  • C-3-1: Certificate of Business Registration, Invitation letter, Admission letter
  • D-2-8: Certificate of Enrollment
  • Students are responsible for securing the appropriate visa before entering Korea to participate in the Hanyang International Summer School.
  • If their nationality is covered under a visa waiver agreement with the Korean government, they do not need to obtain a student visa. More details can be found on the K-ETA website.
  • Otherwise, students must visit the nearest Korean Embassy or Consulate to obtain either a D-2-8 Short-term Student Visa or a C-3-1 Short-term Visiting Visa.
  • Eligible applicants who have paid the application and tuition fees and submitted the required documents will receive the necessary supporting documents for their visa application from the HISS Office.
  • A soft copy of these documents will be sent to the applicant’s email address.

Before applying for K-ETA

Although some nationalities are eligible for the K-ETA, it does not guarantee entry for study purposes. Therefore, it is recommended to consult with the Korean Embassy before applying for a K-ETA. If necessary, please consider applying for a C-3-1 or C-3-9 visa to ensure a smooth entry into the country.

If the student has been advised to apply for a student visa, please submit the below documents by post to our office at least 6 weeks prior to the first day of the program.

  1. Passport
    • Valid until 2025.08.31. (6 months or longer from the end date of the program)
  2. Official Academic Transcript
    • English version with university logo or stamp
    • Showing all semesters an applicant has completed
  3. Health Insurance Certificate
    • Written in English and indicating the applicant as beneficiary
    • Cover the entire trip in Korea (International coverage)
  4. Financial Affidavit
    • Download the Financial Affidavit Form attached to the email
    • Must submit with a proof document
  5. Certificate of Enrollment
    • [Other Nationals] Verified through Apostille or Consular authentication from the Embassy of Korea
    • [Chinese National] Verified through China Higher Education Student Information (CHSI)
  6. High School Graduation Certificate
    • [Other Nationals] Verified through Apostille or Consular authentication from the Embassy of Korea
    • [Chinese National] Verified through China Higher Education Student Information (CHSI)