How to Apply for a Korea Visa in Dallas

The city of Dallas and the surrounding metropolitan area is the most populous metropolis in the southern United States and fourth-most populous in the country.  The Dallas metropolitan area—known as the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, or DFW by local residents—has a population of 7.6 million people and includes the cities of Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Irving, Garland, Richardson, Frisco, Mesquite, Denton, Grand Prairie, and McKinney.  The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, located in North Texas, is one of the fastest growing regions in the country thanks to its low cost of living, low taxes, abundance of resources, and ease of doing business.  Dallas has the second-highest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the U.S. and there are many more firms relocating here from other parts of the country.  DFW is also the corporate headquarters for many international firms, including Korean companies like Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, Hyundai, and Hyosung.  Korean Air and American Airlines both have nonstop flights from Dallas (DFW) to Seoul-Incheon (ICN), adding to the convenience of the nearly 100,000 Korean people that call North Texas home.  There are thousands of Korean small businesses in this region, many of them centered around New Koreatown in Carrollton. 

South Korea, officially known as the Republic of Korea, is an East Asian country on the Korean Peninsula between the Yellow Sea and East Sea, wedged between China and Japan.  Korea is a small country of 51 million people but has the 10th largest economy in the world, a reflection of the hard-working character of its citizens.  Although Korean manufacturers compete directly with many American companies, they are also strategic partners, with each side making big investments in each other’s economy.  In recent years Korea has become an increasingly popular destination for young people in Dallas interested in studying the Korean language and culture, influenced by the popularity of Korean pop music, dramas, and food.  Seoul, South Korea’s capital and most populous city, is one of the most exciting and vibrant places in the world.  Neighborhoods like Hongdae, Itaewon, Gangnam are packed with nightclubs, bars, singing rooms, eateries, and boutique shops.  Seoul is a city that never sleeps and there is always something new to discover.  Korea is also a popular destination for recent college graduates interested in gaining work experience by teaching English, allowing them to pay off student loans and earn enough money to explore other parts of Asia during the holidays. 

Obtaining a Korean Visa from Dallas

Visas for South Korea are issued by the Korean government in the United States.  The government of South Korea is represented by their embassy located in Washington, D.C. along with twelve consulates located throughout the United States.  To apply for a visa from Dallas, you will fill out the visa application and bring your original passport and supporting documents to the consulate on N Dallas Parkway near Galleria Dallas. 

You can also send your application by US Mail or courier service using FedEx or UPS.  Here is the address:

Korean Consulate General
14001 N Dallas Parkway, Suite 450
Dallas, TX 75240  

It is important to review the requirements for visas on the Korean consulate website and ensure your application and all supporting documents are accurate.  Here is the link to the consulate website with detailed information:  Consular Office of the Republic of Korea in Dallas (mofa.go.kr).

When applying for your visa by mail, you will send a notarized copy of the data page of your passport—it is unnecessary to send a return shipping envelope because you will print out your visa form this website: KOREA VISA PORTAL.  The consulate no longer issues traditional sticker-type visas that are attached to one of the visa pages of your passport. 

The government’s visa fee is $45 for U.S. citizens and the processing time usually takes about 2 weeks.  If you need the visa faster, please contact our company to inquire about expedited services.

Other things to consider:

  • U.S. citizens do not require a visa for stays of up to 90 days if they are traveling for tourism, pleasure, short-term business meetings, or visiting family, however, they must apply for the Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) on this website: Welcome - K-ETA
  • U.S. citizens must have a valid passport that does not expire within six months of your date of entry into South Korea.
  • All visitors to Korea are currently subject to a 14-day mandatory quarantine at a hotel assigned by the government and a negative COVID-19 test (PCR) result is required for all foreigners entering the country. For more information, please visit the Korean embassy website: Notice 목록Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the USA (mofa.go.kr)
  • It is recommended to purchase travel insurance before any international trip in case of medical emergencies.  We advise getting the Geo Blue Voyager Single Trip Plan.

Emergency Assistance for Korean Citizens in Dallas 

If you are a citizen of South Korea living in the Dallas area with an emergency or require urgent assistance, you can reach the Korean consulate in Dallas by calling 972-701-0180, or by calling 214-796-3959 for emergency after hours service.  You can also contact the consulate by email at this address: koreadallas@mofa.go.kr.    

We Can Help if You Need Assistance

If you live in Dallas or anywhere in North Texas and have difficulty applying for a Korean visa or require assistance with any part of the visa process, please give our office a call at 404-682-5445 or schedule an appointment with our company.  We are a private agency in Atlanta providing Korean visa services for Americans and other U.S.-based residents.  Our number one goal is to ensure your application documents for a visa are submitted accurately to the Korean government.  Our services eliminate delays and give you the peace of mind to focus on your travel plans. 

We provide the following Korea visa services for our customers:

  • Korean Tourist Visa
  • Korean Business Visa
  • Korean Official Duty Visa
  • Korean Student Visa
  • Korean Work Visa (English Instructor / University Professor / Specialty Occupation / Religious Worker / Military)
  • Korean Working Holiday Visa
  • Korean Journalist Visa (Temporary News Coverage / Residence Reporter)
  • South Korea Hotel Accommodations