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South Korea to Central African Republic visa requirements

Q: Is there an eVisa for the Central African Republic?

Yes. The CAR government operates an official eVisa portal (evisa-centrafrique.com) available exclusively for tourist trips, with stay options of 30, 60, or 90 days.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to the Central African Republic and may be checked on arrival.

Q: How long can I stay on the tourist eVisa?

You select 30, 60, or 90 days when applying. The eVisa is single entry and cannot be extended inside or outside the CAR.

Q: How long does the eVisa take to process?

Online processing typically takes about 3-7 business days, after which the approved eVisa is sent by email to print and carry.

Q: Is the Central African Republic safe to visit?

Many governments issue strong travel advisories for the CAR due to security risks. Check the latest official advisory and your insurance coverage before traveling.

South Korean ordinary passport holders need a visa for the Central African Republic, but can now apply online through the official tourist eVisa portal (evisa-centrafrique.com) instead of visiting an embassy. As of mid-2026, South Korea (KR) ordinary passport holders are NOT visa-exempt for the Central African Republic (CF). The CAR's visa-exemption list covers only about 15 nationalities (including the USA, Israel, UAE, and several African states), and South Korea is not among them. For tourism and short visits, the most convenient legal channel is the government's official electronic visa (eVisa), available exclusively for tourist trips through evisa-centrafrique.com. Applicants complete an online form, upload documents, and pay the fee by card; on approval the eVisa arrives by email and is presented at entry. Stay options are typically 30, 60, or 90 days (single entry for the tourist eVisa), and the eVisa cannot be extended inside or outside the CAR. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Travelers who cannot use the online channel must apply at a CAR diplomatic mission (often handled through French consulates given the CAR's limited representation), where fees and processing run higher and longer. Because South Korea has no confirmed visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel (visa on arrival exists only when pre-arranged), the correct verdict for a short tourist stay is eVisa. Note: the CAR carries serious security travel advisories; verify the latest official guidance before booking.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Tourist eVisa (electronic visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (30 / 60 / 90-day options)

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 70-110 government eVisa fee (varies by stay length; embassy route higher)

consular fee only

Processing time

About 3-7 business days online

standard track

Validity

Validity set at application; commonly up to 90 days from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and documents

Verify your South Korean passport is valid at least 6 months beyond entry and has a blank page. Obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry to the CAR.

· 6-month passport validity· Yellow fever certificate required

/02

Open the official eVisa portal

Go to the government tourist eVisa site (evisa-centrafrique.com) and select the tourist visa and your preferred stay length (30, 60, or 90 days).

· Tourist eVisa only· Choose 30/60/90 days

/03

Complete the online application

Fill in the short application form with personal, passport, and travel details, then upload required documents (passport scan, photo, itinerary, accommodation/invitation proof).

· Passport scan· Photo· Itinerary

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the government eVisa fee securely online by credit or debit card to submit the application for review.

· Card payment· Pay to submit

/05

Wait for review and approval

Visa officers review the application; you receive an email notification when the eVisa is ready, typically within several business days.

· Email notification· Several business days

/06

Print and travel

Print the approved eVisa and carry it with your passport and yellow fever certificate to present on arrival in Bangui. The eVisa cannot be extended.

· Print the eVisa· No extensions

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Central African Republic · Tourist eVisa (electronic visa)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSouth Korean passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved CAR tourist eVisa (printed)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photo (white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed travel itinerary / return or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation or invitation letter

Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredCredit or debit card for online fee payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedTravel insurance covering medical evacuation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesOfficial Central African Republic eVisa portal Visa policy of the Central African Republic - Wikipedia Visa requirements for South Korean citizens - Wikipedia

Application link included: Official Central African Republic eVisa portal

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Government eVisa fee (tourist)Approx. USD 70-110Varies by stay length (30/60/90 days); paid online by card

Embassy/consular visa feeApprox. USD 150If applying via a CAR mission or French consulate instead of online

Yellow fever vaccinationApprox. KRW 40,000-50,000Mandatory; cost at a Korean travel clinic

Service/handling fee (agency)Approx. USD 50-100Only if using a third-party visa service; optional

Total estimateUSD 70 — USD 250incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online eVisa

About 3-7 business days

Apply through the official tourist eVisa portal; approval delivered by email.

Embassy / consular visa

1-4 weeks or longer

Apply at a CAR diplomatic mission or via a French consulate; slower and costlier.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

South Korea is not on the CAR visa-exemption list

Only about 15 nationalities (e.g., USA, Israel, UAE) are visa-exempt; South Korea is not among them, so a visa is required.

High

/02

Official tourist eVisa is available

The CAR government runs an online eVisa portal exclusively for tourist trips, making the eVisa the standard route for short visits.

High

/03

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory

Travelers must present a valid yellow fever certificate; missing it can mean denied entry.

Medium

/04

eVisa cannot be extended

The electronic visa cannot be extended inside or outside the CAR, so choose the correct stay length up front.

Medium

/05

Visa on arrival only if pre-arranged

Visa on arrival is not a reliable walk-up option; it must be arranged in advance through a mission.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

South Korea to Central African Rep. route verified

Confirmed via the official CAR eVisa portal and Wikipedia visa-policy sources that South Korean ordinary passport holders require a visa and can apply through the official tourist eVisa; yellow fever vaccination mandatory.

/09 — The questions