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South Korea

A few things to take care of.

For an ordinary 14-day holiday, read against South Korea’s own official sources, last checked 24 Sep 2026.

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Here’s the trip

Delhi DELSeoul ICN

23 Nov 2026 – 7 Dec 2026 Indian passport A holiday

An ordinary trip, so there is something to answer. Yours may differ.

The answer, in plain language

Here’s where you stand.

You’re covered
  • Travel authorizationNot needed for this trip ·

    Travel authorization

    Not needed for this trip

    Does it affect you?

    Not on the example trip. A different passport, stay or route could bring it in.

    Last checked

    24 Sep 2026

    Source

    “Indian nationals must apply for Korean Visa and obtain it through the Visa Portal(www.visa.go.kr) & Visa Application Center(KVAC-VFS).”
    overseas.mofa.go.krRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗
    www.k-eta.go.krRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗
  • Passport validityNot needed for this trip ·

    Passport validity

    Not needed for this trip

    Does it affect you?

    Not on the example trip. A different passport, stay or route could bring it in.

    Last checked

    24 Sep 2026

    Source

    “You may enter Korea with a passport that has less than 6 months remainder validity as long as your passport remains valid throughout your stay.”
    Embassy of the Republic of Korea in SingaporeRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗

When there is something to do

Four things to take care of.

A requirement isn’t an answer. Here it is as steps you can finish.

Before you fly

Arrival form

Every foreign visitor to Korea must submit an arrival card. File it online on the e-Arrival card website from three days before you arrive.

  • Complete the required form
Open the official page Checked 24 Sep 2026 ·

Arrival form

Part of this trip

What’s happening?

Every foreign visitor to Korea must submit an arrival card. File it online on the e-Arrival card website from three days before you arrive.

Does it affect you?

Yes, on the example trip.

Last checked

24 Sep 2026

Source

“All foreign nationals entering the Republic of Korea are required to submit the entry declaration form.”
Consulate of the Republic of Korea in Hagåtña (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)Read 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗
“- Now, travelers can fill out and submit the entry declaration form online in advance through the e-Arrival card website, starting from 3 days before arrival in Korea.”
www.mofa.go.krRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗

The official page ↗

Before you fly

Visa

  • Apply for your visa
Checked 24 Sep 2026 ·

Visa

Part of this trip

Does it affect you?

On the example trip, because: Indian passport.

Last checked

24 Sep 2026

Source

“Indian nationals must apply for Korean Visa and obtain it through the Visa Portal(www.visa.go.kr) & Visa Application Center(KVAC-VFS).”
overseas.mofa.go.krRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗
“However, there is a special provision that allows visa on arrival for passengers who are transiting through Republic of Korea en route to some specific countries or are returning to India from some specific countries, subject to certain conditions.”
www.indembassyseoul.gov.inRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗
Carry with you

Proof of funds

Korea can refuse entry to visitors who cannot cover their stay; no amount is set. Carry a bank statement or card for your stay.

  • Carry enough money for your stay, and be ready to show it
Checked 24 Sep 2026 ·

Proof of funds

Part of this trip

What’s happening?

Korea can refuse entry to visitors who cannot cover their stay; no amount is set. Carry a bank statement or card for your stay.

Does it affect you?

Yes, on the example trip.

Last checked

24 Sep 2026

Source

Korea Immigration ServiceRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗
Carry with you

Onward ticket

No official Korean rule found, but airlines and immigration may ask for a return or onward ticket. Carry a confirmed one.

  • Carry a confirmed ticket out of the country
Checked 24 Sep 2026 ·

Onward ticket

Part of this trip

What’s happening?

No official Korean rule found, but airlines and immigration may ask for a return or onward ticket. Carry a confirmed one.

Does it affect you?

Yes, on the example trip.

Last checked

24 Sep 2026

Source

Korea Immigration ServiceRead 24 Sep 2026Read the source ↗

We keep watching South Korea.

Seven official sources, read again on a schedule. If a rule changes and it affects your trip, the app tells you. If it doesn’t, you don’t hear from us.

Gwanghwamun, the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, with its three arched entrances open beneath a clear blue sky.

Gwanghwamun, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul · Photo Chanhee Lee

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