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Visa Free

Up to 90 days

United States to South Korea: Visa Requirements

United States passport holders can enter South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days. No embassy appointment or advance application is required — travel directly and present your passport at the border. The primary international gateway is Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul.

Local currency: KRW (South Korean Won) · Official language: Korean · Timezone: UTC+9

Duration

90 days

Type

Visa Free

Visa Fee

Free

Currency

KRW (South Korean Won)

Language

Korean

Getting to South Korea

ICNMain

Seoul

GMP

Seoul

CJU

Jeju

Discover South Korea

Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Grand Joseon dynasty palace against a backdrop of modern Seoul

Seoul

Photo: Yeo Khee
Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul

Bukchon Hanok Village

Traditional Korean houses nestled between modern skyscrapers

Seoul

Photo: Sava Bobov
Jeju Island, Jeju

Jeju Island

Volcanic landscapes, lava tubes, and emerald coastlines

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Entry Checklist — South Korea

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Your United States Passport

116
Visa Free
36
On Arrival
27
e-Visa
19
Required
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Frequently Asked Questions

Official Source

Verify requirements directly with South Korea's government website.

Visit official visa portal

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e-Visa
🇩🇪
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Free
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Free
🇫🇷
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Free
🇬🇧
United Kingdom
e-Visa
🇮🇹
Italy
Free
🇯🇵
Japan
Free

Other passports to South Korea

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Australia
Free
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Canada
Free
🇩🇪
Germany
Free
🇫🇷
France
Free
🇬🇧
United Kingdom
Free
🇯🇵
Japan
Free
🇸🇬
Singapore
Free

Entry Checklist — South Korea

Before You Fly

  • Check your passport's expiration date. It must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay in South Korea.
  • Book round-trip airline tickets as proof of your intention to leave South Korea before your permitted stay expires.
  • Confirm accommodation bookings (hotel, hostel, etc.) or prepare an invitation letter from a South Korean resident if staying with them.optional
  • Consider purchasing travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and repatriation.optional

Documents Needed

  • Valid U.S. Passport
  • Round-trip airline ticket or proof of onward travel
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover your expenses during your stay.optional
  • Hotel reservation confirmation or invitation letter if staying with a resident.optional

At the Border

  • Present your valid U.S. passport to the immigration officer.
  • Answer questions from the immigration officer about the purpose and duration of your stay.
  • Provide proof of onward travel (round-trip ticket).
  • Be prepared to show proof of sufficient funds if requested.optional
  • Receive an entry stamp in your passport indicating the permitted duration of stay (typically up to 90 days for tourism).

Fees & Payment

  • Visa-free entry for tourism is permitted for U.S. citizens for up to 90 days.

Important Considerations

  • Review the latest travel advisories from the U.S. Department of State before your trip.optional
  • Ensure you comply with all South Korean laws and regulations during your stay.
  • Register your trip with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.optional

Verify at

  • Review the latest travel advisories from the U.S. Department…
  • Register your trip with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Progra…

Updated Mar 4, 2026