Do Indian citizens need a visa for South Korea?

Indian passport holders need an embassy visa to enter South Korea.

How long can a Indian citizen stay in South Korea?

Up to 90 days per entry under the current rule.

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Embassy visa required

Indian passport holders need an embassy visa for South Korea.

C-3 tourist visa required for Indian passport · K-ETA NOT available to Indian passport holders · ~· 90-day stay typical

Cost: $40 USD
Single-entry tourist visa fee
Processing: 2–7 business days
Processing time varies
Validity: Single entry · up to 90 days
Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date
Where to apply: visa.go.kr
Korea Visa Portal - Visa Information
Source: Korea Visa Portal - Visa Information ↗
Last verified May 27, 2026 · how we verify

Already hold one of these? Your entry rules to South Korea change:

Visa-free ✓If you hold a Valid Japan visa: enter South Korea for up to 30 days (30-day transit only when going to/from Japan)

Visa rules change. Always confirm with the destination country's official source (linked above) before booking.