Egypt (90 days) India (90 days) Iran (3 months)
Japan (3 months) Kazakhstan (90 days) Kyrgyzstan (30 days)
Laos (90 days) Mongolia (90 days) Myanmar (90 days)
Pakistan (3 months) Paraguay (90 days) Philippines (Unlimited)
Russia (90 days) Uruguay (90 days) Vietnam (90 days)
Gabon (90 days) Moldova (90 days within a 120 day period) Armenia (90 days)
Angola (30 days) Georgia (90 days) Tajikistan (90 days)
* Generally, 3 months = 90 days & 6 months = 180 days
Type of Visa
- Tourist & Business Visas
Citizens from a country excluded from the Visa Exemption Agreement but granted visa-free entry and intending to stay in the country for 30 days or more must apply for a visa. (Generally, visa-free entry is possible for tourism or visiting purposes for up to 30 days. Canadian citizens can stay up to six months without a visa. Those from Macau, the United States, Australia, Hong Kong, Slovenia, Japan, Taiwan, and Bahrain can stay up to 90 days.) It usually takes about three to four days for a visa to be issued, but it may take longer depending on unforeseen circumstances or the season. All visa applicants are required to submit a completed application form, a valid passport, a passport-sized (3.5cm x 4.5cm) color photo taken within six months of the application date, other documents as determined by the status of their country, and a visa processing fee. Applicants may be asked to submit additional documents if required for examination. Furthermore, visas may be extended for up to 90 days. All visas, including long-term visas, are for a single visit (single-entry visa). For business visas, the intention of the visit must be clearly stated on the visa application form.
- Work Visa
With the sponsorship of an employer in Korea, a visitor may obtain a work visa in the applicant’s home country. Foreign nationals already residing in Korea must obtain a work visa from a Korean embassy or consulate outside Korea. Work visas are usually valid for up to three years, starting from the date of issue. The work visa application process usually takes between one and two weeks, but may differ depending on the applicant’s visa status. A foreign national can get his or her work visa extended if he or she continues to work for the same employer. Furthermore, foreign nationals residing and working in Korea must obtain a residence permit from the Immigration Office. Those who engage in remunerative activities without a work visa may be fined or, in some cases, deported.
