Visa Requirements for South Korea

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Visa Not Required

Passport holders of 57 countries can travel to South Korea without prior visa, eVisa, or on-arrival visa.

  • American Samoa PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Antigua and Barbuda PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Aruba PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval. Dutch citizens are exempt from applying for a K-ETA until the end of 2025.ref>.mw-parser-output cite.citation{font-style:inherit;word-wrap:break-word}.mw-parser-output .citation q{quotes:"\"""\"""'""'"}.mw-parser-output .citation:target{background-color:rgba(0,127,255,0.133)}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-free.id-lock-free a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Lock-green.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-limited.id-lock-limited a,.mw-parser-output .id-lock-registration.id-lock-registration a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d6/Lock-gray-alt-2.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-subscription.id-lock-subscription a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/Lock-red-alt-2.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .cs1-ws-icon a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4c/Wikisource-logo.svg")right 0.1em center/12px no-repeat}body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-free a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-limited a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-registration a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-subscription a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .cs1-ws-icon a{background-size:contain;padding:0 1em 0 0}.mw-parser-output .cs1-code{color:inherit;background:inherit;border:none;padding:inherit}.mw-parser-output .cs1-hidden-error{display:none;color:var(--color-error,#d33)}.mw-parser-output .cs1-visible-error{color:var(--color-error,#d33)}.mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{display:none;color:#085;margin-left:0.3em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-left{padding-left:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-right{padding-right:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .citation .mw-selflink{font-weight:inherit}@media screen{.mw-parser-output .cs1-format{font-size:95%}html.skin-theme-clientpref-night .mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{color:#18911f}}@media screen and (prefers-color-scheme:dark){html.skin-theme-clientpref-os .mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{color:#18911f}}"K-ETA Application Guide".</ref>
  • Bahamas PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Bahrain PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Botswana PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Christmas Island PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Cook Islands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Costa Rica PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Dominican Republic PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRemarks updated .visitor must obtain a K-ETA before their departure to South Korea
  • Eswatini PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Fiji PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Germany PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Guam PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Haiti PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Heard and McDonald Islands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Iceland PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .Electronic Travel Authorisation (K-ETA) normally required, exempt temporarily until 31 December 2025.
    The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Italy PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .Italians are exempt from K-ETA until the 31st December 2025.
    The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Jamaica PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRemarks updated .Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to Palestinians who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years).
    May apply online
  • Kiribati PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Kuwait PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Latvia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Lithuania PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Malta PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Marshall Islands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Mauritius PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Micronesia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Monaco PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Nauru PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Netherlands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval. Dutch citizens are exempt from applying for a K-ETA until the end of 2025.ref>.mw-parser-output cite.citation{font-style:inherit;word-wrap:break-word}.mw-parser-output .citation q{quotes:"\"""\"""'""'"}.mw-parser-output .citation:target{background-color:rgba(0,127,255,0.133)}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-free.id-lock-free a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Lock-green.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-limited.id-lock-limited a,.mw-parser-output .id-lock-registration.id-lock-registration a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d6/Lock-gray-alt-2.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-subscription.id-lock-subscription a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/Lock-red-alt-2.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .cs1-ws-icon a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4c/Wikisource-logo.svg")right 0.1em center/12px no-repeat}body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-free a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-limited a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-registration a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-subscription a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .cs1-ws-icon a{background-size:contain;padding:0 1em 0 0}.mw-parser-output .cs1-code{color:inherit;background:inherit;border:none;padding:inherit}.mw-parser-output .cs1-hidden-error{display:none;color:var(--color-error,#d33)}.mw-parser-output .cs1-visible-error{color:var(--color-error,#d33)}.mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{display:none;color:#085;margin-left:0.3em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-left{padding-left:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-right{padding-right:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .citation .mw-selflink{font-weight:inherit}@media screen{.mw-parser-output .cs1-format{font-size:95%}html.skin-theme-clientpref-night .mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{color:#18911f}}@media screen and (prefers-color-scheme:dark){html.skin-theme-clientpref-os .mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{color:#18911f}}"K-ETA Application Guide".</ref>
  • Nicaragua PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Northern Mariana Islands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Palau PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 daysRequirement updated .
  • Portugal PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .Portuguese are exempt from K-ETA until the 31st December 2025.
    The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Puerto Rico PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRemarks updated .From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.
    The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.
  • Romania PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .K-ETA exemption until the end of 2025.
  • Réunion PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Saint Barthélemy PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Saint Martin (Netherlands) PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRequirement updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval. Dutch citizens are exempt from applying for a K-ETA until the end of 2025.ref>.mw-parser-output cite.citation{font-style:inherit;word-wrap:break-word}.mw-parser-output .citation q{quotes:"\"""\"""'""'"}.mw-parser-output .citation:target{background-color:rgba(0,127,255,0.133)}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-free.id-lock-free a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Lock-green.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-limited.id-lock-limited a,.mw-parser-output .id-lock-registration.id-lock-registration a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d6/Lock-gray-alt-2.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .id-lock-subscription.id-lock-subscription a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/Lock-red-alt-2.svg")right 0.1em center/9px no-repeat}.mw-parser-output .cs1-ws-icon a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4c/Wikisource-logo.svg")right 0.1em center/12px no-repeat}body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-free a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-limited a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-registration a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .id-lock-subscription a,body:not(.skin-timeless):not(.skin-minerva) .mw-parser-output .cs1-ws-icon a{background-size:contain;padding:0 1em 0 0}.mw-parser-output .cs1-code{color:inherit;background:inherit;border:none;padding:inherit}.mw-parser-output .cs1-hidden-error{display:none;color:var(--color-error,#d33)}.mw-parser-output .cs1-visible-error{color:var(--color-error,#d33)}.mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{display:none;color:#085;margin-left:0.3em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-left{padding-left:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-right{padding-right:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .citation .mw-selflink{font-weight:inherit}@media screen{.mw-parser-output .cs1-format{font-size:95%}html.skin-theme-clientpref-night .mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{color:#18911f}}@media screen and (prefers-color-scheme:dark){html.skin-theme-clientpref-os .mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{color:#18911f}}"K-ETA Application Guide".</ref>
  • Saint Vincent and Grenadines PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Samoa PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • San Marino PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Saudi Arabia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 daysRemarks updated .All visitors are fingerprinted. From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.
    The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.
  • Seychelles PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Singapore PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRemarks updated .Singapore citizens can enter South Korea up to 90 days without a visa.
    A K-ETA application can be completed up to 24 hours before boarding a flight. It will be valid for 3 years.
    Singapore citizens are exempt from the K-ETA requirement from 1 April 2023 until 31 December 2025.
  • Slovakia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Slovenia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 days
  • Solomon Islands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Tokelau PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Tonga PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Tuvalu PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • United States Virgin Islands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRemarks updated .From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.
    The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.
  • United States of America PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free90 daysRemarks updated .From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.
    The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.
  • Vatican PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days
  • Wallis and Futuna Islands PermalinkShow on map
    Visa-Free30 days

eVisa

Passport holders for 83 countries can obtain an electronic visa / authorization prior to arrival to travel to South Korea.

  • Albania PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Anguilla PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Argentina PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Australia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Austria PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Barbados PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Belgium PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysBelgian citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Bermuda PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Brazil PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • British Indian Ocean Territory PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • British Virgin Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Brunei PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysBruneian citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Bulgaria PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysBulgarian citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for two years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Canada PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa6 monthsRemarks updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
    South Korea extends K-ETA exemption for Canadians until end of 2025
  • Cayman Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Chile PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Colombia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Croatia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Cyprus PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysCypriot citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for two years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Czech Republic PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysCzech citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Denmark PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .Danish citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Dominica PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .Korean electronic travel authorization for 2years.
  • Ecuador PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • El Salvador PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Estonia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Falkland Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Faroe Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .Danish citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Finland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • France PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Gibraltar PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Greece PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Greenland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .Danish citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Grenada PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysGrenadian citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for two years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Guatemala PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Guernsey PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Guyana PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRemarks updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Honduras PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • Hong Kong PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .HKSAR passport has right to get E-ETA free till 2025.
    Chinese citizens of Hong Kong can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa. You must have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Hungary PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Ireland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Isle of Man PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Israel PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Japan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .Japanese citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It's illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    All visitors are fingerprinted. From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.
    The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries' citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.
  • Kazakhstan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRemarks updated .A maximum total stay of 60 days within any 180-day period.
    The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Lesotho PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Liechtenstein PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Luxembourg PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Macau PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Malaysia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysMalaysian citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Mexico PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa3 monthsRemarks updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Montenegro PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Montserrat PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Morocco PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .
  • New Zealand PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Niue PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Norway PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Oman PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Panama PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Paraguay PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Peru PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Pitcairn PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Poland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Qatar PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Russia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa60 daysA maximum total stay of 90 days within any 180-day period.
    The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Saint Helena PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days
  • Saint Lucia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Serbia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • South Africa PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Spain PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Suriname PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Sweden PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Switzerland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Taiwan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .Taiwanese citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
    Taiwanese passport has right to get K-ETA free until 2025.
    Taiwanese citizens can use the automatic clearance channel when entering the country
  • Thailand PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
    K-ETA often denies entry to Thai citizens.
  • Trinidad and Tobago PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • Tunisia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Türkiye PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • United Arab Emirates PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • United Kingdom PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .British citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though they should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. An onward or return ticket is mandatory. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
    One must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free, which can be completed up to 24 hours before boarding a flight, and is valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
  • Uruguay PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .All visitors are fingerprinted. From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Venezuela PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa90 daysThe validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • Yemen PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa

Pre-arranged Visa Required

Prior to arrival at South Korea, passport holders of 88 countries must obtain a visa at their corresponding consulate of South Korea. Additional travel conditions (such as Visas to other countries) may waive this requirement.

  • Afghanistan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Algeria PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa-Free access to Jeju Island for 30 days.
  • Angola PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Armenia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredVisa-free access to Jeju Island for 30 days.
  • Azerbaijan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa-free 30 days for Jeju Island.
  • Bangladesh PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Bangladeshi national who holds a visa, re-entry permit or permanent residency to enter the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia or New Zealand can enter South Korea without a visa for a stay of up to 30 days, if their purpose of visit is transit.
    No visa required for diplomatic and official passport holders.
  • Belarus PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
  • Belize PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Benin PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required30 days visa on arrival if arriving by Jeju
  • Bhutan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Bolivia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
  • Bouvet Island PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to Palestinians who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years).
    May apply online
  • Burkina Faso PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredK-ETA is required.
  • Burundi PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Cambodia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredVisa-free Access to Jeju Island for 30 days.
  • Cameroon PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Cape Verde PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Central African Republic PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Chad PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • China PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredIn the following cases, Chinese nationals can enter Korea without a visa.
    Visa is not required for direct or transit visitors to Jeju Island up to 30 days.
    Transit to or from third countries such as the United States, Canada, and New Zealand.
    Chinese group tourists departing from China (including Hong Kong and Macau) to Incheon, Gimpo, Gimhae, Cheongju, Muan, Daegu, and Yangyang International Airport in South Korea, travel within 5 days (10 days at Yangyang Airport) and then transfer to domestic flights in Korea Flight to Jeju Island.
    Chinese group tourists departing from China via South Korea to Japan with a Japanese group tourist visa, and Chinese group tourists departing from Japan via South Korea to China or a third country.
  • Comoros PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Congo PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Cuba PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Djibouti PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Egypt PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to persons who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years).
    May apply online
  • Equatorial Guinea PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Eritrea PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Ethiopia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredPassengers traveling as tourist to Jeju (CJU) are visa exempt for a maximum stay of 30 days. They must hold confirmed tickets and other documents for their next destination.
  • Gabon PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Gambia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Georgia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredVisa-free access to Jeju Island for 30 days.
  • Ghana PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Guinea PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Guinea-Bissau PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • India PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRequirement updated .Tourist / Transit visa for 30 days may be granted to permanent residents or valid visa holders of US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Schengen countries when they are travelling from or travelling to any of these countries and satisfy the conditions mentioned here https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/brd/m_20446/view.do?seq=748786&page=1.
  • Indonesia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa not required for a maximum stay of 30 days if the traveler:
    holds a visa issued by Australia, Canada, USA or New Zealand, and only if they transit from or to those countries via South Korea.
    arrives and departs from Jeju International Airport, Jeju Island, for tourism purposes.
    has previously entered South Korea at least 4 times within the last 2 years or have at least 10 visits in total.
    Group tourists from Indonesia can travel visa-free through Yangyang International Airport until May 2024.
    Group tourists can only travel to the Gangwon-do region and the metropolitan area of South Korea, and the maximum stay is 15 days.
  • Iran PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Iraq PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Jordan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .visa not required for diplomatic Passport 90 days
  • Kenya PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Kyrgyzstan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Laos PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredLaotian citizens may visit Jeju Island for stays up to 30 days without obtaining a visa.
  • Lebanon PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Printed visa authorization and an Electronic Visa Issuance Confirmation issued by the Ministry of Justice must be presented at the time of travel.
    Visa not required if arriving at and departing from Jeju (CJU) Airport.
    Visa not required for passengers who have previously entered Korea (Rep.) at least 4 times within the last 2 years or at least 10 visits in total.
    Visa Exemption for 30 days for those who are in transit through South Korea, provided they present a physical visa or a residence permit issued by the following countries and are arriving at South Korea from one of these countries and continuing to a third country, or arriving from a third country and continuing to one of these countries.
     Australia1
     Canada
     European Union
     New Zealand
     United States
    1 - Holders of e-Visas or e-resident permits are only permitted visa-free entry if they depart from Australia.

    All visitors are fingerprinted upon entry.
  • Liberia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Libya PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Macedonia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .
  • Madagascar PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredNon-visa-exempt nationals who are in transit through South Korea are visa-exempt for 30 days, provided holding a physical visa or a residence permit issued by the following countries and are arriving at South Korea from one of these countries and continuing to a third country, or arriving from a third country and continuing to one of these countries: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United States.
  • Malawi PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Maldives PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Mali PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Mauritania PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Mayotte PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredNon-visa-exempt nationals who are in transit through South Korea are visa-exempt for 30 days, provided holding a physical visa or a residence permit issued by the following countries and are arriving at South Korea from one of these countries and continuing to a third country, or arriving from a third country and continuing to one of these countries: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United States.
  • Moldova PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
  • Mongolia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa free transit (up to 30 days) provided holding a valid U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand visa, and arriving from or departing to those countries.
    Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
    Group tourists from Mongolia can travel visa-free through Yangyang International Airport until May 2024.
    Group tourists can only travel to the Gangwon-do region and the metropolitan area of South Korea, and the maximum stay is 15 days.
  • Mozambique PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Myanmar PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Namibia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Nepal PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Niger PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Nigeria PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Norfolk Island PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Pakistan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Palestine PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to Palestinians who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years).
    May apply online
  • Papua New Guinea PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Philippines PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa free transit (up to 30 days) provided holding a valid U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand visa, and arriving from or departing to those countries.
    Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
    Group tourists from the Philippines can travel visa-free through Yangyang International Airport until May 2024.
    Group tourists can only travel to the Gangwon-do region and the metropolitan area of South Korea, and the maximum stay is 15 days.
  • Rwanda PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Senegal PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Sierra Leone PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Somalia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • South Sudan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Sri Lanka PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .
  • Sudan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Syria PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • São Tome and Príncipe PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to Palestinians who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years).
    May apply online
  • Tajikistan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
  • Tanzania PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Timor-Leste PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Togo PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
  • Turkmenistan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredVisa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
  • Uganda PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Ukraine PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .e-Visa is available if purpose of visit are family visitor / dependent family or professional.
    Visa not required for 30 days on Jeju Island.
  • Uzbekistan PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Vanuatu PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Vietnam PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Visa free transit (up to 30 days) provided holding a valid U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand visa, and arriving from or departing to those countries.
    Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island.
    Group tourists can only travel to the Gangwon-do region and the metropolitan area of South Korea, and the maximum stay is 15 days.
  • Zambia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa Required
  • Zimbabwe PermalinkShow on map
    Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to persons who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years).
    May apply online

Special Conditions

Special conditions are imposed to passport holders of 1 country in order to travel to South Korea. These special requirements are often more time-consuming and may not be granted to every traveler.

  • North Korea PermalinkShow on map
    Special RequirementsNationals of either Koreas seeking to visit the other must submit the North/South Korea visitation verification certificate and the Departure card to the Immigration Officer at the immigration port and go through immigration inspection.

Information last checked on . Requirements last changed on .