Korean Visa Application for Filipinos in Singapore
Blame it on K-dramas, K-pop, K-beauty products, or just really good Korean food—but somehow, a trip to South Korea always ends up on the travel list. 😄 Even if you’re not a super K-pop fan (same here), it’s hard to resist the idea of exploring South Korea, café hopping, and maybe catching those cherry blossoms in real life.
If you’re a Philippine passport holder living in Singapore and thinking about visiting South Korea, here’s a quick and easy guide based on my experience applying twice—first for a single-entry visa, and then getting approved for a 5-year multiple-entry visa.
Note: This applies to Philippine passport holders working in Singapore only. Requirements may vary depending on your location, nationality, and any updates to visa rules. Applicable as of 2025.
Why I Used an Agency
For both applications, I used Global Singapore (in Clarke Quay), and honestly… no regrets. They made everything feel way less stressful. They check your documents line by line and even give tips to improve your chances.
What I really like? If they think your chances are low, they’ll actually tell you not to proceed yet, and advise what to do — so you don’t waste money. Super helpful.
Visa Application Steps
Prepare your documents (see list below).
Submit everything to the agency for checking.
Fill out and sign the Global Singapore visa order form.
They’ll submit it to the embassy for you.
Wait around 5–10 working days.
Get your passport back and (hopefully) your visa!
Requirements (Simple Breakdown)
Visa Application Form
Fully completed, printed, and signed by hand (don’t forget this!).
Passport
Original + photocopy.
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended date of departure or arrival.
Photo
3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, white background, recent.
Singapore Work Pass
Copy of IC (front and back).
Printed pass validity/expiry from the SGWorkPass app.
Certificate of Employment (COE)
Must be issued within the last 1 month.
Should include: designation, salary, date hired, and approved leave (with travel dates + purpose).
Also needs to say that you’ll be paying for your own trip.
There’s usually a template your company can follow.
Bank Statement
Latest 3 months.
Printed the e-statements from the bank app.
No exact required amount, but the agency suggested having at least SGD 3,000.
Other Docs
Payslips or IRAS Notice of Assessment (for multiple entry)
Travel itinerary (optional and not required, but good to prepare)
Important Tips
If applying as a group, separate each person’s documents into their own set.
No staples, pins, or paper clips—keep everything loose and clean.
Cost
Agency fee: around SGD 80–120
Visa fee:
Single entry: ~SGD 54
Multiple entry: ~SGD 80
(Prices can change, so just double check with the agency.)
My Experience
My first application for a single-entry visa was smooth. The second time, I went for multiple-entry and got approved for 5 years - which honestly makes future trips so much easier. 😇
I’ve also used the same agency for my Japan visa application, and the process has always been super straightforward.
Final Thoughts
If you don’t want to overthink the process, using an agency like Global Singapore is really worth it. They'll guide you, double-check everything, and give you that extra peace of mind.
If you have any questions or want to share your experience, feel free to drop a comment below. 😊