South Korea Visa Requirements for Danish Citizens (2026)
Danish travellers need an online travel authorization before flying to South Korea. Maximum stay: 90 days. Every number on this page carries the date we last verified it.
Specifically for Danish passport holders
- •Danish citizens may stay in South Korea for up to 90 days without a visa for tourism or similar short-term visits. [1]
- •The K-ETA requirement is currently exempted for Danish passport holders through 31 December 2026. [1]
Required documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- Return or onward ticket from South Korea
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- K-ETA approval (required once the exemption ends after 31 December 2026) [5]
- Q-Code (quarantine form submitted online before arrival)
Fees & processing
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- •No visa fee — visa-free entry for up to 90 days. [1]
- •K-ETA application fee: KRW 10,000 (approx. USD 7–8) per person, non-refundable. [6]
- •Additional online payment processing fee of approximately 3% may apply. [6]
How to apply
- Wait until after the K-ETA exemption ends (31 December 2026) before you need to apply. [1]
- Apply online at www.k-eta.go.kr or via the K-ETA mobile app only; avoid third-party phishing sites. [5]
- Upload scanned passport pages, a digital photo (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm), and complete the application form. [3]
- Pay the KRW 10,000 fee (approx. USD 7–8) plus a ~3% online payment processing surcharge via VISA, MASTER, JCB, AMEX, Diners Club, DISCOVER, UnionPay or Alipay+. [6]
- Receive your K-ETA approval within about 72 hours by email. [5]
- Submit the Q-Code online before arrival.
Before you fly
- •You must hold a return or onward ticket to enter South Korea. [1]
- •It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, including teaching or any other employment. [1]
- •After the K-ETA exemption ends on 31 December 2026, Danish citizens must obtain K-ETA approval before travel. [1]
Full South Korea entry guide — customs, health, long stays — on the destination page.
Watch out for
Danish citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though you should remain aware of the quarantine requirements. You must also have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.
Overstay: 2009 saw concern raised over Chinese nationals who overstayed their visas.
Beware of phishing websites impersonating the official K-ETA portal; use only www.k-eta.go.kr or the official app. [5]
The K-ETA fee is non-refundable even if your application is refused. [6]
If your card's overseas payment option is blocked, the K-ETA fee payment may fail. [6]
If you hold a Gmail address, be aware of possible email delays when checking your K-ETA result notifications. [13]
Recent changes
- · upcomingOn 25 February 2026, South Korea announced that it will be expanding the tour group visa-free policy towards citizens of Indonesia in the future.
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Policy updates affecting this route
- · confirmedE-9 workers were assigned to a specific site; transfer to another site permitted only in limited cases → Allowed to transfer to another site belonging to the same construction company (same employer) where the new site meets E-9 requirements — South Korea loosens E-9 worksite transfer rules
Frequently asked
How long can Danish citizens stay in South Korea?
Up to 90 days.
What documents are required?
Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival; Return or onward ticket from South Korea; Proof of sufficient funds for your stay; K-ETA approval (required once the exemption ends after 31 December 2026); Q-Code (quarantine form submitted online before arrival).
What happens if I overstay in South Korea?
2009 saw concern raised over Chinese nationals who overstayed their visas.
Do I need a K-ETA right now as a Danish citizen?
No. The K-ETA requirement is temporarily exempted for Danish passport holders through 31 December 2026. Apply for K-ETA only after that date.
How long before my flight should I apply for K-ETA?
You can complete the K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding. Processing usually takes within 72 hours.
What happens if I overstay my 90-day visa-free period?
Overstaying is a violation of Korean immigration law and can result in fines, deportation, and future entry bans.
Sources & last verified
Fact data cross-checked against English Wikipedia “Visa requirements for Danish citizens” and “Visa policy of South Korea”, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 — attribution, not copied text.
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