South Korea Visa Requirements for Japanese citizens in 2024

Last Updated: June 28, 2024, 2:18 p.m.

Japan

South Korea

1) E-Visa

Japanese passport holders planning a visit to Korea, Republic of for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

90 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist


Further Notes

  • Japanese 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 you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It's illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
  • All visitors are fingerprinted. From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval.
  • The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023 to December 31, 2024, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries' citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.

Reference Links

http://www.k-eta.go.kr

General Information about Korea, Republic of

  • Name (Common): South Korea
  • Name (Official): Republic of Korea
  • Population: 51780579
  • Area: 100210
  • Capital: Seoul
  • Currency: South Korean won
  • Language: Korean
  • Calling Code: +8
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Eastern Asia

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Japanese citizens. Japan passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Japanese citizens. Japan passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Japanese citizens can travel to South Korea, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in South Korea with E-Visa is 90 days. Japanese citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in South Korea can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering South Korea in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Korea, Republic of

Advisory Message: South Korea has a current risk level of 2.3 (out of 5). We advise: Travelling South Korea is (relatively) safe.
Score: 2.3
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/south-korea
Last Updated June 28, 2024, 7:57 a.m.