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You need a visa for South Korea if you are going to work, study, settle, stay beyond the visa-free period, or travel for a purpose that is not covered by visa-free entry. The type of visa you need depends on your nationality, how long you will be staying, and the purpose of your trip, among other things.
At Alla Visum you can quickly and easily start your application for a visa to South Korea. Select the visa type, fill out the form, and upload the required documents. We review the documentation, help you through the process and make sure that your application is handled correctly before the trip.
Swedish passport holders can travel to South Korea without a visa for short stays of up to 90 days, such as tourism, family visits, transit, and some business visits. The K-ETA is an electronic travel authorization for visa-free travelers, but Swedish citizens are covered by a temporary exemption from the K-ETA requirement until December 31, 2026.
For work, studies, internships, residence or longer stays, a visa or special permit is required before departure. Even if you are allowed to travel without a visa for short visits, the final decision on entry is always made by South Korean border and immigration authorities upon arrival.
Note: The above information applies to Swedish passport holders and certain other nationalities who are subject to South Korea's visa-free rules or temporary K-ETA waivers. Other nationalities may have different requirements. Some travelers may need to apply for a visa in advance or provide additional documents when applying.
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The Working Holiday Visa to South Korea is a visa for Swedish citizens between the ages of 18 and 30 who want to travel to South Korea for a longer stay where vacation can be combined with shorter work to finance the trip. The visa is called H-1 and can give the right to stay in South Korea for up to one year.
Valid for
1 year
Number of entries
Multiple entries
Max stay
1 year
Price
From 3900 SEK
A student visa to South Korea is a visa for those who are going to study at a university, college, research institution or language school in South Korea. The visa type is usually D-2 for academic studies and D-4 for language studies or other education. The visa must be granted before you travel to South Korea.
Valid for
90 days
Number of entries
Single entry
Max stay
Depending on visa conditions
Price
From 3900 SEK
Temporary employment visa for South Korea is a visa for those who are going to travel to South Korea for short-term paid work or a temporary professional assignment. The visa is called Short-Term Employee Visa C-4-5 and can be used for temporary appearances, modeling assignments, lectures, research, technical advice or consulting assignments. The visa is issued as a single-entry visa and the stay can be granted for up to 90 days.
Valid for
90 days
Number of entries
Single entry
Max stay
90 days
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For shorter tourist and business trips, Swedish citizens do not need a visa and are temporarily exempt from K-ETA until December 31, 2026. For longer stays, work or studies, a visa is required, some visa applications may require original documents, letters of invitation, letter of admission or employment documents, apply well in advance of departure as the processing time varies
Requirements vary depending on the type of visa, nationality and purpose of travel, common documents are valid passport, completed visa application, passport photo, flight booking or travel confirmation, proof of accommodation, financial documentation, letter of invitation if relevant, study or work-related documents if applicable, and any additional documents requested by the authorities
All Visas offer assistance with visas and entry documents to South Korea. The price is displayed when you fill in your basic information and start your order.
The passport should be valid for the duration of the stay, it should be in good condition and have free pages for stamps, damaged or worn passports can cause problems when entering, some airlines or visa types may require a longer validity period and this should be checked before departure
The possibility of extending the stay depends on the type of visa and entry status, the application is made at the Korea Immigration Service in South Korea, decisions are always made by the authorities, always check the permissible period of stay indicated upon entry
The most common categories are tourist and visitor visas, business visas, student visas, work visas, Working Holiday visas, transit visas, and long-stay or family ties visas
Swedish citizens are temporarily exempt from the K-ETA requirement until December 31, 2026, but the rules are subject to change and should be checked before departure
No, K-ETA is an electronic travel authorization for certain visa-free travelers and is not the same as a visa
Yes, some visas and travel authorizations can be processed online, but the process depends on the visa type and nationality
No, work requires a work visa or special work permit, although you can enter visa-free for short visits
Children are subject to the same entry rules as adults and need their own passport as well as any visa or travel authorization depending on nationality and purpose of travel
Exceeding the length of stay may result in fines, problems when exiting, future entry bans or difficulties in obtaining a visa to South Korea
South Korean authorities or airlines may require you to present your return or onward ticket, as well as documents showing the purpose of your stay
Shorter courses may sometimes be covered by visa-free stays, but longer studies require a student visa
Yes, some short business visits such as meetings and conferences can be made without a visa for UK citizens, but work or paid activities usually require a special visa