South Korea Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
25
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
80
Total streamlined
105
Visa required in advance
93

South Korea's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a South Korea tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit South Korea Visa-Free (25)

Passport holders from these countries can enter South Korea without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for South Korea (80)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Fees

South Korea Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Single-entry visa (stay 90 days or less)

    90 days or less, single entryofficial sourceoverseas.mofa.go.kr ↗

    USD 40

  • Single-entry visa (stay more than 90 days)

    over 90 days, single entryofficial sourceoverseas.mofa.go.kr ↗

    USD 60

  • Double-entry visa

    usable up to 2 timesofficial sourceoverseas.mofa.go.kr ↗

    USD 70

  • Multiple-entry visa

    multiple entriesofficial sourceoverseas.mofa.go.kr ↗

    USD 90

  • K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)

    up to 2 years or until passport expiry; multiple entries for stays up to 90 days (or per exemption rules)official sourcek-eta.go.kr ↗

    KRW 10,000 (~$7)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

FAQ

South Korea Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit South Korea?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter South Korea visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a South Korea tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit South Korea without a visa?

25 countries can visit South Korea without a visa in 2026, including: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to South Korea.

How do I apply for a South Korea tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to South Korea, you typically need to apply at a South Korea embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in South Korea without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in South Korea varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

South Korea Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step South Korea visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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