South Korean consular representation in Victoria
South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne
Find current contact details, location information, opening hours, appointments, visa services and jurisdiction for the Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea in Melbourne.
Contact information
Contact the South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea in Melbourne.
Visa appointments: visa applications are accepted strictly by advance appointment. Walk-in visa applications are not accepted.
Location
Where is the South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne?
The Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea is located on Level 10 at 636 St Kilda Road in Melbourne.
Before travelling: check the current requirements and visitor arrangements for your particular service. Visa applicants must have an advance appointment.
About the mission
About the South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne
The Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea in Melbourne is South Korea’s professional consular mission serving the State of Victoria.
It forms part of the Republic of Korea’s diplomatic and consular network in Australia alongside the Embassy in Canberra and Korean consular representation in Sydney, Brisbane, Tasmania and Western Australia.
The Melbourne mission provides consular services for Korean citizens and eligible applicants in Victoria and also supports economic, cultural, educational and community relations between the Republic of Korea and Victoria.
The current Consul-General is Mr Jin Kwan Oh.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne provides a range of consular services for Korean citizens and eligible applicants in Victoria.
Korean passports
Eligible Republic of Korea citizens can obtain passport-related services through the Consulate-General in accordance with current application requirements.
Visas for Korea
The Consulate-General accepts eligible visa applications from Victorian residents. Advance booking is mandatory for in-person visa applications.
Certificates and documents
Eligible applicants can obtain specified certificates, notarisation and other consular documentation services provided by Korean overseas missions.
Family and nationality matters
Korean citizens can obtain guidance on eligible family registration, nationality and related administrative procedures.
Criminal records certificates
The Consulate-General provides information and procedures for eligible applicants requiring Korean criminal records certificates.
Assistance for Korean citizens
Korean nationals in Victoria can contact the Consulate-General for consular guidance and assistance in eligible situations.
Requirements vary by service: application methods, supporting documents, fees and appointment arrangements depend on the procedure required. Check the current official instructions before applying.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne
The Consulate-General currently publishes consular counter hours from 9:00 am to 11:30 am and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with a lunch break between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm.
For visa applications, advance booking is mandatory. The Consulate-General states that applicants who arrive without a reservation cannot lodge their visa application.
Each visa applicant requires an individual appointment slot. Families or groups submitting multiple applications must therefore make a separate booking for each applicant.
Applicants should also arrive on time. The Consulate-General warns that late arrival may prevent an application from being submitted.
No visa walk-ins: visa applications are accepted strictly by appointment. If no appointment slots are displayed, the booking system is currently full and applicants should check another business day.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne
The Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea in Melbourne has official consular jurisdiction over Victoria only.
Victorian residents requiring South Korean consular services should therefore use the Melbourne Consulate-General where the required service falls within its responsibilities.
The Republic of Korea maintains separate professional consular representation for New South Wales and the Northern Territory through Sydney, and for Queensland through Brisbane. Other Australian jurisdictions are served through the wider Korean diplomatic and consular network.
Victorian residents: the Melbourne Consulate-General specifically states that its jurisdiction is Victoria only. Visa applicants who are not Victorian residents should use the Korean mission responsible for their place of residence.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the South Korean Consulate General
Check the current procedure for your service, confirm whether an appointment is required and prepare all necessary documents before travelling to the Melbourne office.
Check your service
Passport, visa, certificate and other consular procedures have different application requirements. Review the relevant official instructions before visiting.
Book visa appointments
Visa applicants must make an advance reservation. Walk-in visa applications cannot be lodged at the Melbourne Consulate-General.
Prepare your documents
Bring all forms, identification, photographs, originals, copies and supporting documents required for your particular application.
Frequently asked questions
South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne
Is there a South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne?
Yes. The Republic of Korea maintains a professional Consulate-General at 636 St Kilda Road in Melbourne.
Where is the South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne?
The Consulate-General is located at Level 10, 636 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3004, Australia.
How can I contact the South Korean Consulate General in Melbourne?
The Consulate-General can be contacted on +61 3 9533 3800 or by email at conmel@mofa.go.kr.
What are the consular counter hours?
The current consular counter hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 11:30 am and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Do I need an appointment for a South Korean visa in Melbourne?
Yes. Visa applications are accepted strictly by advance appointment. Walk-in visa applications are not accepted.
Who is the South Korean Consul-General in Melbourne?
Mr Jin Kwan Oh is the current Consul-General of the Republic of Korea in Melbourne.
Which area does the Melbourne Consulate-General cover?
Its official jurisdiction is Victoria only.
Can I apply for a South Korean visa in Melbourne if I live outside Victoria?
The Melbourne Consulate-General states that visa applications should not be submitted there by applicants who are not Victorian residents. Use the Korean mission responsible for your place of residence.
Can Korean citizens obtain passport services in Melbourne?
Yes. Passport-related services are available for eligible Korean citizens, subject to the current application requirements.
Does South Korea have other consulates in Australia?
Yes. The Republic of Korea also maintains consular representation in Sydney, Brisbane, Tasmania and Western Australia.
Official information