Research (exceeding 3 months up to 3 years)

The visitor’s visa shall be in respect of sabbatical, research and charitable activities for a period exceeding three months up to three years.

• BI-84 application form;
• One photograph (35 mm x 45 mm);
• Original Passport and a copy of the data pages of the passport;
• Prescribed fee;
• BI-811 medical certificate & BI-806 radiological report;
• Family registry i.r.o full birth certificate, full marriage certificate;
• Police clearance certificates;
• A vaccination certificate;
  (A Yellow Fever Certificate is required from travellers entering from or passing through the Yellow Fever area. Travellers flying directly from Korea do not require a yellow fever vaccination certificate.)
• Proof of financial means;.
• Statement and/or documentation confirming purpose and duration of visit:
  Research:
  - A letter from the educational institution concerned, confirming the nature and period of the research;
  - Confirmation of available funds to cover accommodation, living and medical expenses for the duration of the research;
• In case of a minor child, letters from parents/guardian; and
• A return or onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds or cash deposit
  (You are advised not to purchase an air ticket before approval of your visa or permit as a delay or refusal of your application would result in financial loss. THE EMBASSY CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR SUCH LOSSES. Applicants travelling by air must be in possession of a confirmation of reservation when applying . Upon receipt of the visa, applicants are required to show the proof of a return or onward ticket.)

• Approximately 3 weeks.