Visa & Entry Requirements for Korea

Visa policies vary depending on your nationality. Please check whether your country requires a visa to enter Korea or is part of a visa exemption agreement.
Additionally, some foreign residents may need to apply for a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) even if a visa is not required.
Click the "View for more" button below to check the specific entry requirements for your country.

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Visa-Free Entry to Jeju Island

Jeju Island offers a special visa-free entry policy for travelers arriving directly from overseas, bypassing mainland Korea. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you plan your trip:

Eligibility

Visa-Free Access: Citizens from most countries can enter Jeju Island without a visa for stays up to 30 days.

Exceptions: Travelers from the following 23 countries are not eligible for visa-free entry and must obtain a visa: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Cuba, Egypt, Gambia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, Senegal, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Uzbekistan, Yemen.

Important Conditions

Direct Entry Required: You must arrive in Jeju directly from abroad. Entry via other parts of South Korea (e.g., Seoul, Busan) invalidates the visa-free privilege.

Stay Limitation: The visa-free stay is limited to Jeju Island; traveling to mainland Korea is NOT permitted under this program.

K-ETA: If your country is K-ETA eligible, you must apply for K-ETA to enter Jeju unless your nationality is exempt.

Direct International Flights to Jeju Island

Direct flight availability may vary based on seasonal schedules and airline operations. For the most up-to-date information on direct international flights to Jeju, please visit the website of Jeju Airport. On this page, ensure you select the "Arrival" option in the flight category to view incoming international flights to Jeju.