🇰🇷 South Korea visa requirements for Emirati citizens
No visa needed — Emirati citizens can stay in South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days.
Entry rules for United Arab Emirates passport holders
Holders of a valid passport from United Arab Emirates can travel to South Korea for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 90 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 90-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 Emirati passport ranks #1 worldwide, opening 168 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (127 visa-free, 36 with a visa on arrival and 5 with an eTA). South Korea is one of them.
The arrangement is reciprocal: South Korean citizens traveling to United Arab Emirates face the same requirement (visa-free · 90 days).
Across Eastern Asia as a whole, 6 of 8 destinations are open to Emirati travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About South Korea
- Capital
- Seoul
- Region
- Eastern Asia
- Currency
- South Korean won (₩)
- Languages
- Korean
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Frequently asked questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for South Korea?
No visa needed — Emirati citizens can stay in South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in South Korea without a visa?
Emirati citizens can stay in South Korea for up to 90 days visa-free. Longer stays require a visa or residence permit arranged in advance.
What currency is used in South Korea?
The currency in South Korea is the South Korean won (₩). The capital city is Seoul.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa-free · 90 days for Emirati citizens traveling to South Korea. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the South Korea embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.