🇰🇷 South Korea visa requirements for Canadian citizens

Entry rules for Canada passport holders

Holders of a valid passport from Canada can travel to South Korea for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 180 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.

The 180-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in South Korea, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.

Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official South Korea immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.

How this compares

The Canadian passport ranks #24 worldwide, opening 161 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (117 visa-free, 37 with a visa on arrival and 7 with an eTA). South Korea is one of them.

In the other direction, South Korean citizens traveling to Canada face a different rule: eta required.

Across Eastern Asia as a whole, 6 of 8 destinations are open to Canadian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.

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