🇰🇷 South Korea passport visa requirements
Where can South Korea passport holders travel in 2026? This page lists the visa requirement for every country — 111 visa-free, 39 visa on arrival, 28 eVisa and 16 requiring a visa in advance. Select any destination for full details: visa type, permitted stay, fees, required documents and the official application link.
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Longest visa-free stays
Where a South Korea passport buys the most time without a visa. Open a destination for how its limit is counted — the Schengen countries share one 90-day allowance between them.
Before you travel
Visa-free destinations (111)
Countries South Korea passport holders can enter with no visa — just a valid passport.
Visa on arrival (39)
Countries where South Korea travellers get a visa at the border, no embassy visit needed.
eVisa / online authorisation (28)
Countries that require South Korea citizens to apply online before travel (eVisa or ETA).
Visa required in advance (16)
Countries where South Korea passport holders must obtain a visa before departure.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can South Korea passport holders visit visa-free?
South Korea passport holders can enter 111 countries and territories visa-free, and a further 39 offer a visa on arrival — 150 destinations in total with no advance visa needed. Including eVisa/ETA destinations, 178 countries are reachable without visiting an embassy.
Which countries can South Korea citizens visit without a visa?
Visa-free destinations for South Korea citizens include Albania, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, and more — see the full list above.
How many countries require a visa for South Korea passport holders?
16 countries require South Korea passport holders to obtain a visa before travelling. The full list is above, each linking to the requirements, costs and official application link.
Is this South Korea visa information official?
No. isvisarequired.com provides general guidance compiled from public government and IATA sources. Visa rules change often — always confirm with the destination's official immigration authority or embassy before you book or travel.