VisaBuddy / Philippines passport / South Korea
🇵🇠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.
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
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Visa information is indicative. Always confirm with the official embassy before you travel.