UAE visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Korean passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South Korean citizens to enter United Arab Emirates for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United Arab Emirates e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Arab Emirates visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Eligible | |
United Arab Emirates tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Arab Emirates.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Arab Emirates.
If you are looking for United Arab Emirates visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from South Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United Arab Emirates nearest your place of residence.
- Seoul: The Embassy of United Arab Emirates in Seoul, South Korea (Working hours: Close now)
United Arab Emirates visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Arab Emirates diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to United Arab Emirates from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1,055,080 | N/A |
| 2015 | 1,135,680 | 7.64% |
| 2016 | 1,232,855 | 8.56% |
| 2017 | 1,325,610 | 7.52% |
| 2018 | 1,383,590 | 4.37% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Arab Emirates & South Korea comparison
United Arab Emirates's area is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 16.30% larger than United Arab Emirates.
As of April 2024, United Arab Emirates's population is ~10.4 million people - 41,076,745 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted United Arab Emirates & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Arab Emirates | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 10,377,009 | 51,453,754 | 41.1 million fewer people live in United Arab Emirates than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 101 | 183 | United Arab Emirates has 82 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 128 | 138 | United Arab Emirates passport holders visit 10 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 129 | UAE hosts 2 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to United Arab Emirates in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting United Arab Emirates in 2018 was approximately 1,383,590.
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