Why use counsel for Retirement Visa O-A
Filings at the South Korea Embassy have moving parts — form revisions, financial thresholds, supporting docs — and we track every update so your bundle matches the current requirements.
Filings at the South Korea Embassy have moving parts — form revisions, financial thresholds, supporting docs — and we track every update so your bundle matches the current requirements.
How we work
Fixed-fee quotes — MFA fees and return courier included; no hidden extras.
Send documents via LINE/email. We review within 24 hours, return comments, then schedule notary and the rest of the chain.
Documents required for the South Korea Embassy
Thai-issued documents should be notarised and MFA-legalised before submission, so the South Korea Embassy accepts them on first pass.
Thai-issued documents should be notarised and MFA-legalised before submission, so the South Korea Embassy accepts them on first pass.
Fees and timeline
Professional fee from THB 18,000, covering review, certified translation and slot booking — excluding the South Korea Embassy's own fee paid directly.
Express MFA and notary slots are available next-business-day at additional cost.
Document checklist
- South Korea Embassy visa form, fully completed
- Passport valid ≥ 6 months + copies of all stamped pages
- Photo per South Korea Embassy specs, white background
- Eligibility evidence: อายุ ≥ 50 ปี
- Certified translation of invitation / admission / contract
- Bank statements (6 months) + bank letter
- Health / travel insurance per South Korea rules
FAQ
Do I have to attend the South Korea Embassy in person?
Most South Korea Embassy processes require in-person biometrics/interview; preparation, translation and MFA legalisation can be delegated to our team.
How long does Retirement Visa O-A take?
Reference processing at the South Korea Embassy is around 30–45 days, subject to season and document completeness.
What is the total cost?
Our fee from THB 18,000 + the South Korea Embassy's consular fee + MFA legalisation THB 400-800/page.
Do you handle visa refusals?
Yes — we draft Appeal Letters and prepare additional evidence per the South Korea Embassy's Refusal Code, no extra document-prep fee.
Do foreign documents need Apostille?
We verify whether South Korea is an Apostille party at the start; otherwise full legalisation in both countries is required.