E-6-1 · Arts and Entertainment
For foreign artists and entertainers conducting paid artistic or entertainment activities in Korea. We start by understanding your circumstances and intended activities. Once the appropriate route is identified, we explain what you and any relevant company or family member need to prepare.
ConsultationWho this visa is for
For foreign artists and entertainers conducting paid artistic or entertainment activities in Korea.
- An artist or entertainer performing paid activities in Korea
- An applicant with a genuine Korean contract
- A Korean agency or inviting party able to demonstrate eligibility and an executable activity plan
From your first inquiry to the next steps
- 01
Understand your situation
- Your part
- Tell us your purpose, current status and intended timing.
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- We identify the route and explain the proposed scope and fees.
- 02
Prepare your documents
- Your part
- Gather the individual checklist agreed after the initial review.
- GPS VISA
- We explain document preparation and review the agreed materials.
- 03
Application and follow-up
- Your part
- Sign the final documents and provide any additional evidence requested.
- GPS VISA
- We handle the agreed filing support and communicate follow-up requests.
- 04
Decision and next steps
- Your part
- Check the decision and your next travel or stay arrangements.
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- We explain the result and any subsequent steps relevant to your case.
This is an overview of our support. The filing route and timing vary; personal attendance or consular steps may be required. The authority makes the final decision.
What to prepare first
Start with a short description of your current status, purpose and planned date. You do not need to send passport scans in the first message. After reviewing the route, we will explain which records and documents are needed.
- Correct E-6 subtype based on actual activity
- Applicant profile and artistic identity
- Contract, compensation and detailed activity plan
Documents, route checks and official information
For current visa categories and application procedures, consult the Korea Visa Portal. For current stay guidance and notices, consult HiKorea. GPS VISA confirms the applicable requirements when reviewing your case.
Official reference links checked: 28 October 2026. This date records the link check, not certification of every visa rule.
More about this visa
Preparation and review checklist
- Correct E-6 subtype based on actual activity
- Applicant profile and artistic identity
- Contract, compensation and detailed activity plan
- Agency registration, operations and performance at extension
Visa-specific steps
- 1. Classify the actual activity
- 2. Review the contract and inviting agency
- 3. Complete any required recommendation procedure
- 4. Apply and maintain records of actual activities and changes
Frequently asked questions
How should an artist's career connect to the Korean activity plan?
Representative work and experience should connect directly to the contracted role, schedule and compensation structure in Korea.
What is reviewed after a required recommendation step?
Immigration still reviews the applicant, agency, contract, detailed activities and purpose of stay.
Scope and fees
The initial inquiry is free. An office consultation or detailed document review may involve a fee, explained and agreed in advance. Service fees and government fees are quoted separately. The scope of filing support is agreed before you proceed.
GPS VISA application support for E-6-1
Our Seoul office supports case review, document preparation, agreed filing assistance and follow-up communication in English. Start with your nationality, current location, visa and expiry date, intended activity and timing.
The scope depends on the application route. We explain fees before paid work and confirm any attendance, employer or consular requirements. Approval is determined by the competent authority.
Ask about E-6-1 application support · Meet your Korea visa agency in Seoul
GPS VISA support
We review the application route, explain documents and provide agreed preparation, filing and follow-up support. Any separate professional services are quoted separately.