South Korean passport: visa-free countries, ranking & visa requirements
Visa requirements for South Korean citizens in 2026, destination by destination: 194 of 238 destinations need no visa arranged in advance, which ranks the South Korean passport #5 of 198. Pick a destination for its full entry rules, fees and documents.
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Visa Not Required 145
Visa On Arrival 33
Electronic Travel Authorization 17
E-Visa 50
Embassy Visa 26
Passport strength
194 / 238
destinations reachable visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
Ranked #5 of 198 passports · full ranking
About South Korea
- Official
- Republic of Korea
- Capital
- Seoul
- Currency
- South Korean won
- Language
- Korean
- Region
- Asia
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm on the official portal before booking travel.