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Korea, Republic of (South Korea) Visa Policy Snapshot
Korea, Republic of (South Korea) entry rules at a glance. Open access options cover 207+ passport groups. Visa-free examples include Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brunei Darussalam. Popular e-Visa passports include Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan.
Visa-free entry
No visa needed
Travel to Korea, Republic of (South Korea) without a visa for short visits. See supported passports.
+62 countries
Visa on arrival
Pay at the border
Obtain your visa on arrival in Korea, Republic of (South Korea). Check eligible passports and notes.
Short-stay entry
Entry for brief visits
Korea, Republic of (South Korea) permits short-stay access for select passports. Duration varies by country.
+62 countries
e-Visa
Apply online
Apply digitally for Korea, Republic of (South Korea) before you travel. Review eligible passports.
+83 countries
Restricted entry
Extra checks
Korea, Republic of (South Korea) applies restrictions to some passports. Check requirements and exceptions.