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🇵🇭 Do Philippine citizens need a visa for South Korea?

Philippines citizens need a visa to visit South Korea, and it must usually be arranged before you travel. Typical allowed stay: 30 days.

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Visa required

Philippines → South Korea
RequirementVisa required
Allowed stay30 days
DetailsVisa-free transit (up to 30 days) provided holding a valid U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand visa, and arriving from or departing to those countries. Visa-free access for 30 days to Jeju Island. Group tourists are allowed visa-free travel if coming in through Yangyang International Airport until June 30, 2026.[150][151] Stay is limited to 15 days & movement only to around Gangwon-do region and Seoul metropolitan area.
What to doYou need to get a visa in advance, usually from the embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa centre, before you travel.
Requirements
  • Apply in advance at the embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa centre.
  • Typical documents: passport, application form, photos, itinerary, proof of funds, accommodation.
  • Some visas need an invitation letter, travel insurance, or biometrics.
  • Processing can take days to weeks, so apply well ahead of travel.
Source: Wikipedia (cites embassies / IATA Timatic)

Where else can Philippines passport holders go?

🇹🇭 Thailand🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇺🇸 United States🇯🇵 Japan🇫🇷 France🇸🇬 Singapore🇲🇾 Malaysia🇹🇷 Turkey🇮🇩 Indonesia🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇦🇺 Australia🇨🇦 Canada🇩🇪 Germany🇵🇹 Portugal🇬🇷 Greece🇻🇳 Vietnam🇶🇦 Qatar🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

All destinations for Philippines passport holders

Visiting South Korea from other countries

🇮🇳 India🇺🇸 United States🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇳🇬 Nigeria🇵🇰 Pakistan🇨🇳 China🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany🇫🇷 France🇨🇦 Canada🇦🇺 Australia

Visa information is indicative. Always confirm with the official embassy before you travel.