VisaBuddy / United Kingdom passport / South Korea
🇬🇧 Do British citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Good news: United Kingdom citizens do not currently need a visa to visit South Korea. Typical allowed stay: 90 days.
No visa needed
United Kingdom → South Korea
RequirementVisa not required
Allowed stay90 days
Details90 days K-ETA exemption until the end of 2026.[223] British citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though they should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. An onward or return ticket is mandatory. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.[224] One must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free, which can be completed up to 24 hours before boarding a flight, and is valid for 3 y
What to doYou can travel visa-free. Carry a valid passport (usually 6 months validity) and proof of onward travel.
Requirements
- No visa needed for short tourist/business stays.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Carry proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds.
- An immigration officer still makes the final entry decision.
Source: Wikipedia (cites embassies / IATA Timatic)
Where else can United Kingdom passport holders go?
🇹🇠Thailand🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates🇺🇸 United States🇯🇵 Japan🇫🇷 France🇸🇬 Singapore🇲🇾 Malaysia🇹🇷 Turkey🇮🇩 Indonesia🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇦🇺 Australia🇨🇦 Canada🇩🇪 Germany🇵🇹 Portugal🇬🇷 Greece🇻🇳 Vietnam🇶🇦 Qatar🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
All destinations for United Kingdom passport holders
Visiting South Korea from other countries
🇮🇳 India🇺🇸 United States🇳🇬 Nigeria🇵🇠Philippines🇵🇰 Pakistan🇨🇳 China🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany🇫🇷 France🇨🇦 Canada🇦🇺 Australia
Visa information is indicative. Always confirm with the official embassy before you travel.