🇰🇷South Korea Visa

Turkish passports are visa-exempt for visits to South Korea of up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders should check the official K-ETA authorization requirement before travel. K-ETA is not a visa; distinguish the authorization’s validity from the permitted stay on entry.

Ordinary (Burgundy)

Visa-Free — 90 days — check K-ETA

Ordinary Turkish passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days. Before travel, check and complete any required K-ETA authorization through k-eta.go.kr. K-ETA is not a visa; stays over 90 days or journeys for other purposes may have different conditions.

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Special (Green)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Turkish diplomatic, special and service passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days. Confirm electronic authorization and entry conditions for your journey with the Korean mission.

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Service (Grey)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Turkish diplomatic, special and service passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days. Confirm electronic authorization and entry conditions for your journey with the Korean mission.

Official application →

Diplomatic (Black)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Turkish diplomatic, special and service passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days. Confirm electronic authorization and entry conditions for your journey with the Korean mission.

Official application →
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Cities to Visit in South Korea

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can an ordinary passport holder stay?

Türkiye’s Foreign Ministry states a visa exemption of up to 90 days for ordinary Turkish passports. Complete the required K-ETA registration before travel; older 30-day descriptions should not be used.

Where do I apply for K-ETA?

Use https://www.k-eta.go.kr/. Check application requirements, validity, fees and exemptions there. A processing estimate is not a guarantee of approval.

What exemption applies to official passports?

Turkish diplomatic, special and service passports are also visa-exempt for up to 90 days. Check electronic authorization conditions for your passport and journey with the Korean mission.