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Consulate General · Chicago, IL

Korean Consulate in Chicago

Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Chicago

NBC Tower Suite 2700, 455 North City Front Plaza Dr. Chicago, IL 60611

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM

The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Chicago is at NBC Tower Suite 2700, 455 North City Front Plaza Dr. Chicago, IL 60611. Phone: +1 312 822 9485. Public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM. It serves 13 states and territories.

What do you need at this office?

Opening hours

Monday9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM
Thursday9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM
Friday9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM
SaturdayNo public hours
SundayNo public hours

Times are local (Central Time). open today →

Appointments

No online booking system is published for this office. Contact the consulate at [email protected] or +1 312 822 9485 to ask for an appointment.

Korean passport

ServiceFee
Adult age 18+ passport, 10-yearPages 58$52
Adult age 18+ passport, 10-yearPages 26$49
Minor age 8–17 passport, 5-yearPages 58$44

All passport fees and steps

Source: passport.go.kr. A missing amount means the fee was not published, not that the service is free.

States served

  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Missouri
  • Nebraska
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • South Dakota
  • Wisconsin

Live elsewhere? Check which Korean office serves your state.

Emergency phone

For emergencies affecting Korean citizens only. All phone numbers and phone hours →

More from the consulate

K-ETA travel authorization

  • KETA temporary exemption from: January 1, 2026
  • KETA temporary exemption until: December 31, 2026
  • Voluntary application: Eligible exempt travelers may still apply forKETA and pay the fee; no compulsoryKETA fee asserted during temporary exemption.
  • Start your application on K-ETA

Visa phone

  • Phone: +1 312 676 2095

Map and directions

Get directions to NBC Tower Suite 2700, 455 North City Front Plaza Dr. Chicago, IL 60611 (opens Google Maps)

Does this office serve you?

South Korea assigns each US state to one office. Pick the state where you live:

This office lists 13 states and territories in its published jurisdiction.

Nearest Korean offices

All 14 Korean offices in the US

Other consulates in Chicago

All 34 consulates in Chicago

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of the Korean Consulate in Chicago?

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–4:30 PM. Times are local (Central Time). Holidays and closures can change this, so check the official website before you go.

Where is the Korean Consulate in Chicago?

NBC Tower Suite 2700, 455 North City Front Plaza Dr. Chicago, IL 60611.

How do I book an appointment at the Korean Consulate in Chicago?

No online booking system is published for this office. Contact the consulate at [email protected] or +1 312 822 9485.

Which states does the Korean Consulate in Chicago cover?

Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin.

How much does a passport cost at the Korean Consulate in Chicago?

Adult age 18+ passport, 10 years: $52, according to the official fee table.

What is the emergency number of the Korean Consulate in Chicago?

+1 312 405 4425. Emergency lines are for urgent cases involving citizens, not routine passport or visa questions.

Sources (official websites, checked on October 30, 2026):

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