🇰🇷South Korea

🇹🇷TürkiyeKR-TR

South Korea to Türkiye visa requirements

Q: Do I need a Turkish e-visa?

No. South Koreans are not eligible for the Turkish e-visa because they already qualify for visa-free entry. The e-visa portal will not issue one to Korean nationals.

Q: How long can I stay in Türkiye?

Up to 90 days in total within any rolling 180-day period. The limit is cumulative across multiple entries, not per visit.

Q: How much does it cost?

Nothing. There is no visa fee for visa-free entry. Be aware that overstaying leads to administrative fines and possible entry bans.

Q: What passport validity is required?

Türkiye's general rule requires a passport valid at least 60 days beyond the planned or permitted stay. For a full 90-day visa-free trip, enter with at least 150 days remaining; 6+ months is a safer buffer.

Q: What if I want to stay longer than 90 days or work?

You must obtain the appropriate visa, residence permit, or work authorization instead of relying on visa-free entry.

South Korean ordinary passport holders can visit Türkiye visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No e-Visa, visa-on-arrival, or ETA is needed. South Korea and Türkiye maintain a visa-exemption arrangement. Türkiye's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists Republic of Korea ordinary and official passport holders as exempt from visa for travel of up to 90 days, and Korean MOFA country guidance states that ordinary passport holders may visit Türkiye visa-free for 90 days within 180 days. South Korea is not on Türkiye's e-Visa eligibility list, and Korean MOFA notes that arrival visas are not issued, so no e-Visa, visa-on-arrival, or ETA applies. Under Türkiye's passport-validity rule, a passport should be valid at least 60 days beyond the planned or permitted stay; for the full 90-day visa-free allowance, that means at least 150 days of validity from entry, while 6+ months remains a conservative airline-friendly buffer. Non-residents are often asked for a return ticket, and border officers may also request accommodation details and proof of sufficient funds. Work, study, residence, or stays beyond the 90/180 allowance require the appropriate visa, permit, or residence/work authorization.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20

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 2026-06-20

Visa type

Visa-free (visa exemption)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted within the 90/180 limit

from issue date

Visa fee

₺0 (no fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - no pre-travel application

standard track

Validity

Passport valid at least 60 days beyond the stay; 150 days from entry for a full 90-day stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport meets validity rules

Ensure your South Korean ordinary passport is valid at least 60 days beyond your planned or permitted stay in Türkiye. For a full 90-day visa-free visit, enter with at least 150 days remaining; 6+ months is a safer travel buffer.

· 60 days beyond stay· 150 days for 90-day stay

/02

Verify your visa-free eligibility

South Korean ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No e-Visa, ETA, or visa-on-arrival is needed or issued for this route.

· No e-Visa· No arrival visa

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry a return or onward ticket, accommodation or host details, and evidence of sufficient funds. Korean MOFA notes that non-residents are often asked for a round-trip ticket.

· Return ticket· Proof of funds

/04

Track the 90/180 day limit

Count your days carefully - the 90-day allowance is cumulative across any rolling 180-day period, not per entry. Overstaying triggers fines and possible entry bans.

· 90/180 rule· Avoid overstay

/05

Enter at a Turkish port of entry

Present your passport to immigration. No visa sticker or fee is required; you receive an entry stamp for your permitted stay.

· Passport stamp· No fee

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Apply in advance for longer or non-tourist stays

If you need more than 90 days, or plan to work, study, or reside in Türkiye, apply for the appropriate visa or permit before travel or the required residence/work authorization after arrival while still legal.

· Consulate visa· Residence permit

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Türkiye · Visa-free (visa exemption)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSouth Korean ordinary passport valid at least 60 days beyond the planned/permitted stay

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

required

ConditionalAt least 150 days of passport validity from entry if using the full 90-day allowance

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

required

RecommendedAt least one blank passport page

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

recommended

RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation or host address

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

recommended

RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay

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

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance

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

recommended

RequiredDay count within 90/180 limit verified

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

required

ConditionalVisa or residence permit if staying over 90 days or working/studying

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

conditional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

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.

Official sourcesRepublic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information For Foreigners Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Passport validity requirements (as of 1 Jan 2015)Republic of Türkiye e-Visa — Who is eligible for e-Visa

Application link included: Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information For Foreigners

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist entry (visa exemption)₺0No visa fee for South Korean ordinary passport holders

E-visaN/ANot applicable - Koreans are not eligible because they enter visa-free

Overstay penaltyVariesAdministrative fine plus possible re-entry ban if you exceed 90/180

Total estimate₺0 — ₺0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at the border

Immediate on arrival

No pre-travel application; immigration issues an entry stamp at the port of entry.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Visiting Istanbul, Cappadocia, the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts and other attractions for leisure.

High

/02

Visiting family or friends

Short social visits to relatives or friends residing in Türkiye.

Medium

/03

Short non-work visits

Meetings, conferences, and similar short visits may fit the exemption only if they do not involve paid local employment; check the Turkish mission for edge cases.

Medium

/04

Transit and stopovers

Passing through Turkish airports such as Istanbul on the way to another destination.

Medium

/05

Cultural or short academic events

Attending festivals, exhibitions, or brief seminars without enrolling in a course.

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

2026-06-20

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-20 · major

Codex checked KR-TR visa-free route

Codex checked it against Turkish MFA, e-Visa, passport-validity, and Korean MOFA sources; kept the visa-free verdict, replaced the Wikipedia source, clarified that no e-Visa, arrival visa, or ETA applies, and corrected passport validity to at least 60 days beyond the stay (150 days from entry for the full 90 days).

2026-05-30

South Korea to Türkiye route verified

Confirmed via the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs that South Korean ordinary passport holders remain visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period; no e-visa is required or available to Korean nationals. No recent policy change.

/09 — The questions