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Do American citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Visa-free · 90 days
No, stay up to 90 days.
American passport holders can enter South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days. You will normally still need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a return or onward ticket, and proof of accommodation and funds.
Before you go
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay, with blank pages
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation and sufficient funds
- Check vaccination and health entry rules
Last checked 2026-09-24. Rules can change without notice; confirm with the South Korea embassy or official immigration website.
Want to stay longer? South Korea has a Workation Visa (F-1-D)
About 2x Korea's GNI per capita per year · 1 year, extendable to 2
Living in South Korea
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