The Embassy of the Republic of Korea has the privilege to inform the public of NEW VISA CATEGORY
G-1 visa
(G-1) – To promote medical tourism and showcase the quality of service of medical industries in Korea, the government recently grants the issuance of G-1 visa category.
- foreigners who are suffering/ diagnosed with disease or sickness which entails medical attention for cure and enough relaxation for treatment and healing
- G-1 can be extended to the patient’s spouse, children and immediate family member and patient’s care giver
- This visa category is like the previous G-1 visa which refers to other important reasons of sojourn in Korea wherein G-1 refers to patient’s need of medical treatment, healing and relaxation. However, G-1 is a multiple-entry visa.
- If the patient needs or advised to have less than 90 days of treatment or healing, he/she will be given maximum of 90 days period of stay.
- If the patient needs or advised to have more than 90 days of treatment or healing, he/she will be given maximum of 1 year period of stay.
Note: At any case if the patient needs treatment for more than one year, he/she can extend the period of stay still 4 years in Korea.
- In addition to the basic requirements for visa application, the following must be submitted:
1. Diagnosis of Disease/ Sickness
2. Certification / Medical Opinion of Authorized and Competent Medical Doctor
3. Reservation Papers / Arrangement with chosen medical center, hospital or accredited institution for treatment and relaxation
4. Documents to prove financial capacity to sustain and avail the medical treatment/ healing in . e.g. bank statement or certificate.