Do US citizens need a visa for South Korea?

Entry & Visa

South Korea Visa For US Citizens

US citizens don't need a visa for South Korea for stays of up to 90 days.

No visa needed

You Can Stay: 90 days
Cost: Free (K-ETA waived to 31 Dec 2026)

K-ETA is waived for US citizens until 31 Dec 2026. An optional K-ETA (KRW 10,000) lets you skip the arrival card. A visa-free stay cannot be extended.

Checked 13 Oct 2026 against the official page: overseas.mofa.go.kr

Official Sources

Official Visa Information · Ministry of Justice, Korea Immigration Service (Korea Visa Portal)
Official E-Visa Application · Ministry of Justice, Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA)
Embassies And Consulates · Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates)

Rules change: always confirm on the official government site or with the embassy before you book.

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