VisaBuddy / United States passport / South Korea
🇺🇸 Do United States citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Good news: United States citizens do not currently need a visa to visit South Korea. Typical allowed stay: 90 days.
No visa needed
United States → South Korea
RequirementVisa not required
Allowed stay90 days
Details90 days From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.[282][283] The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2026, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.[284][285] Yes
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 States passport holders go?
🇹🇠Thailand🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇯🇵 Japan🇫🇷 France🇸🇬 Singapore🇲🇾 Malaysia🇹🇷 Turkey🇮🇩 Indonesia🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇦🇺 Australia🇨🇦 Canada🇩🇪 Germany🇵🇹 Portugal🇬🇷 Greece🇻🇳 Vietnam🇶🇦 Qatar🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
All destinations for United States passport holders
Visiting South Korea from other countries
🇮🇳 India🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇳🇬 Nigeria🇵🇠Philippines🇵🇰 Pakistan🇨🇳 China🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany🇫🇷 France🇨🇦 Canada🇦🇺 Australia
Visa information is indicative. Always confirm with the official embassy before you travel.