South Korea visit visa requirements

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Summary

South Korea destination guide

Verified 22 September 2026

Visit routes: K-ETA · embassy visa · visa exemption

This is the South Korea hub. Pick a passport below for a pair page. Rules differ by nationality.

Visa-exempt travellers may need K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) unless exempted by current policy. Visa-required nationals apply via Korean missions / visa.go.kr. Policies (K-ETA exemptions) have changed — verify live.

Checklist

Document requirements

Per K-ETA or embassy checklist. Fees: official portals only. Ratio: not officially published

Official only

How to apply

You will leave VisitVisaInfo for an official government or designated VAC website.

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Official statistics

Visa ratio

Not officially published

A percentage is shown only when an official source published one for this route. Blog tables and estimates are left out.

Quick answers

FAQ

What visit permissions does South Korea use?

South Korea is recorded with these visit routes: K-ETA; embassy visa; visa exemption. Which one applies depends on the passport. Confirm it on the official links on this page.

Where do I apply for a South Korea visit visa?

Apply only on an official site. This page links to k-eta.go.kr, visa.go.kr, Korea Immigration Service / HiKorea.

Is a South Korea visa refusal rate published?

Not officially published for South Korea in this research pack.