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South Korea business visa

Eligible APEC Business Travel Card holders can make visa-free business trips for up to 90 days.

Ways to get a South Korea business visa

Who doesn't

Holders of a listed passport and an APEC Business Travel Card marked KOR can enter without a visa for qualifying business trips.

What to bring

  • A passport issued by a participating country or territory.
  • An APEC Business Travel Card with KOR on the reverse.

Good to know

  • Use this entry route for business trips.
  • KOR shows that the card is valid for travel to South Korea.

Questions

Do I need a business visa for South Korea?

Holders of a listed passport and an APEC Business Travel Card marked KOR can enter without a visa for qualifying business trips.

Who can go to South Korea without a business visa?

Holders of passports from the listed places qualify if their APEC Business Travel Card has KOR on the reverse.

How long can I stay on a South Korea business visa?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do I need for a South Korea business visa?

A passport issued by a participating country or territory.; An APEC Business Travel Card with KOR on the reverse..

What rules do I have to follow on a South Korea business visa?

Use this entry route for business trips.

Does my passport change whether I need a business visa for South Korea?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the South Korea visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a business visa for South Korea be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest South Korea business visa rules?

On South Korea's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my business visa once I am in South Korea?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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