Visa requirements for South Korean citizens are administrative entry restrictions by the authorities of other states placed on citizens of South Korea.

As of 2026, South Korean citizens have visa-free or visa on arrival access to 187 countries and territories, ranking the South Korean passport 2nd in the world according to the Henley Passport Index.

As of 2026, the passports of South Korea, Andorra, Brunei, Chile, Israel and Palau are the only ones to provide visa-free access to all G8 countries, and the passports of South Korea, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Hong Kong, Israel, Palau and Uruguay are the only ones to provide visa-free access to all European countries. In addition, the South Korean passport provides visa-free access to the largest area of the world.

The South Korean government has banned travel to several countries to ensure the safety of its citizens. Neither consular assistance nor protections will be provided to people traveling to those countries with the South Korean passport, unless they have been given special authorization before traveling.

Visa requirements map

Visa requirements Visa requirements for holders of normal passports travelling for tourist purposes:

Country / Region Visa requirement Allowed stay Notes (excluding departure fees) eVisaTravel banned Travel has been banned since July 2007 after the South Korean hostage crisis in Afghanistan. Separately, according to visa policy of Afghanistan, visitors can apply for an e-Visa. They must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). 90 days 90 days 30 days 6 months 90 days 180 days As of 15 April 2023, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting within 10km from the Azerbaijani border. 90 days 90 days on each visit in 12-month period if granted. May enter using SmartGate on arrival in Australia. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 30 days Upon arrival at the any international airport, visitors can obtain visa through a kiosk. As of 15 April 2023, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting within 5km from the Armenian border. As of 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, temporary visa free for Rep. of Korean and Japanese. 3 months 14 days 30 days Not available at all entry points.Available at Shahjalal International Airport, Shah Amanat International Airport and Osmani International Airport only. 90 days 30 days Must arrive and leave via Minsk National Airport and not flights to/from Russia e-Visa is available at land border and airport. As of 8 March 2022, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting within 30km from the Ukrainian border. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 30 days 90 days 90 days 90 days 90 days 90 days within any year period. 90 days 30 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 30 days 1 month 30 days As of October 16, 2025, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from traveling to Boko San District, Bavet City, and Poipet City in Kampot Province. 30 days 6 months eTA required if arriving by air. Also, an eTA not required when arriving by car, bus, train or boat (including a cruise ship). 30 days Available at Sal, Boa Vista, São Vicente, or Santiago international airports. Cost for a visa on arrival is around 25 EUR. 30 days 90 days 30 days Visa waiver is valid until 31 December, 2026. 90 days 45 days Nationals of any country can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 45 days. Also, the cost is 30 EUR or 50 USD. 7 days As of 1 February 2025, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting the North Kivu Province. As of 19 February 2025, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting the South Kivu Province. 90 days 3 months e-Visa holders must arrive via Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 6 months 90 days 90 days 30 days 3 months 30 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 30 days 90 days 4 months 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days e-Visa holders must arrive via Léon-Mba International Airport. An entry clearance must be obtained from the Gambian Immigration prior to travel. 1 year 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 3 months 90 days 90 days 90 days 30 days Visa not requiredTravel banned 90 days As of 1 May 2024, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting Haiti. Separately, the Haitian government grants visa exemption to Koreans (90 days). 3 months 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 30 days / 60 days Visa on Arrival is only granted at Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai airport. 30 days eVisaTravel banned 30 days As of March 5, 2026, the South Korean government bans its citizens from traveling to Iran due to the worsening situation in the Middle East. eVisaTravel banned 30 days Since 2004, it has been recommended to refrain from entering Iraq due to the danger of Al Qaeda, and since August 7, 2007, penalties have been introduced for Koreans entering Iraq. Separately, according to Iraqi policy, visitors can apply for an e-Visa. 3 months 90 days As of 7 August 2024, due to heightened tensions and instability between Israel and Lebanon, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting within 4km from the Lebanese border. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days 30 days Visa can be obtained upon arrival, it will cost a total of 40 JOD, obtainable at most international ports of entry and land border crossings. (except King Hussein/Allenby Bridge) 30 days 60 days within any 180-day period. 90 days Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda. 90 days Nationals 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. Also, nationals of South Korea must seek governmental authorization before departure. 3 months 30 days 30 days within any 60-day period. 30 days As of 1 February 2024, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 1 month 1 month extendable for 2 additional months. Granted free of charge at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry if there is no Israeli visa or stamp in the passport, and in possession of a phone number & address to be visited in Lebanon, and a non-refundable onward or round trip ticket. As of 7 August 2024, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting within 4km from the Israeli border. And from 12 October 2024, the South Korean government expanded the ban to the South Governorate, and the Nabatieh Governorate. 60 days 3 months eVisaTravel banned As of 2014, due to threats by Libyan Civil War, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting Libya. Separately, according to Libya's e-Visa site, visitors can apply for an e-Visa. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days For stays of 61 to 90 days, the visa fee is 59 USD. 30 days 90 days 30 days Visa requiredTravel banned As of November 4, 2025, due to safety concerns and threats by Al-Qaeda in the country, the South Korean government has imposed a ban on its citizens traveling to Mali. Separately, according to visa policy of Mali, visitors must obtain a visa in advance. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 30 days Available at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport. 90 days 180 days 30 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period. 90 days Visa waiver is valid until 31 December, 2026. 90 days 3 months 30 days Visitors must register their ETA on the e-Visa platform at least 48 hours before travel and pay a processing fee of 48 USD. 28 days / 30 days Visa on arrival - from October 21, 2025 for 1 year. Must arrive via Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw or Mandalay airports or via land border crossings with Thailand — Tachileik, Myawaddy and Kawthaung. As of 1 May 2024, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting Rakhine State. 3 months / 90 days Pre-arranged visa on arrival is available. (Simplified visa procedure is available. not exceeding 3 months of stay.) 90 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 3 months May enter using eGate. International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy must be paid upon requesting an Electronic Travel Authority. Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. Such travellers are not required to pay the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy. 90 days Visa requiredTravel banned in most areas As of November 8, 2025, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government has imposed a ban on its citizens traveling to all region of Niger, with the exception of Niamey. Separately, according to visa policy of Niger, visitors must obtain a visa in advance. 30 days 90 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 14 days / 30 days For stays up to 30 days an e-Visa can be obtained. 3 months 30 days Can be extended by twice only with a fee. 90 days 60 days Available at Gurney Airport (Alotau), Mount Hagen Airport, Port Moresby Airport and Tokua Airport (Rabaul). 30 days 90 days 30 days / 59 days A single or multiple entry eVisa for stays of up to 59 days is also available. Single entry e-Visa is valid for 3 months, while multiple entry e-Visa is valid for 6 months or 1 year. As of 1 December 2015, due to safety concerns, the South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting Basilan, Sulu Archipelago, Tawi-Tawi, and Zamboanga City. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. 60 days 90 days within any 180-day period. As of June 30, 2025, foreigners entering Russia without a visa must pre-register in the ruID mobile app and receive a digital code at least 72 hours before entry. However, this is currently optional and not mandatory.