SmartTravel AISouth Korea visa for Turkish citizens
Visa-freeNo. Turkish citizens holding an ordinary passport can travel to South Korea visa-free for tourism. A K-ETA (electronic travel authorization) must be completed before travel (travellers aged 17 or under or 65 or over are exempt).
This page covers tourist travel with an ordinary Turkish passport.
Before you travel
A K-ETA (electronic travel authorization) must be completed before travel (travellers aged 17 or under or 65 or over are exempt).
Length of stay
90 days
Good to know
Ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days; the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that the K-ETA registration must be completed.
How to apply
- Check that your passport meets the minimum validity required by your destination (the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises checking this even when visa-exempt).
- A K-ETA (electronic travel authorization) must be completed before travel (travellers aged 17 or under or 65 or over are exempt). Official page: k-eta.go.kr
- Do not exceed the permitted stay: 90 days.
- Different rules apply to work, study or long stays; contact the country's mission.
General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa requirements
Documents (general)
- Ordinary passport — must meet the minimum validity required by the country; a damaged passport can lead to refusal at the border.
- Mandatory pre-travel step: A K-ETA (electronic travel authorization) must be completed before travel (travellers aged 17 or under or 65 or over are exempt).
- Check entry conditions (e.g. minimum passport validity) with official sources before travelling.
General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa requirements
Official application / information page
Frequently asked questions
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for South Korea?
No. Turkish citizens holding an ordinary passport can travel to South Korea visa-free for tourism. A K-ETA (electronic travel authorization) must be completed before travel (travellers aged 17 or under or 65 or over are exempt).
How long can I stay in South Korea?
90 days
Is there anything I must do before travelling?
A K-ETA (electronic travel authorization) must be completed before travel (travellers aged 17 or under or 65 or over are exempt). Official application/information page: k-eta.go.kr
How long must my passport be valid?
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises at least one year of passport validity from the visa application date; even when visa-exempt, check the minimum validity your destination requires.
Official sources
- T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı – Türk Vatandaşlarının Tabi Olduğu Vize Uygulamaları
- K-ETA (Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea) – Eligible Countries / Applicants
Last checked: 2026-11-05
Visa rules can change. Always confirm with the official source before you travel. Current fees and document lists are on the official site.
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