South Korea passport → Germany

Germany visa for citizens of South Korea

Visa-freeVisa-free short tourist stay

Citizens of South Korea can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-04. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free short tourist stay
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 3 months
Biometrics	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds may be requested for maintenance during the stay and financing the return trip; Germany sets no fixed daily rates.

How to apply

1
Carry the qualifying passport
Travel with a valid South Korean passport meeting the stated validity and issuance-age conditions.
2
Travel without a visa
South Korean passport holders may enter Germany without an entry visa for the qualifying short-stay route.
3
Present supporting evidence if requested
Border officials may request evidence of visit purpose, circumstances, and sufficient funds.
4
Complete EES registration at entry
For this non-EU short-stay traveler, fingerprints and a facial image are collected at the external border.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid South Korean passport
Must remain valid at least three months after planned departure and have been issued within the last 10 years.

Travel

Health insurance covering return transport
Optional
Official source advises obtaining it; it is not stated as mandatory for visa-free entry.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds for stay and return journey
Optional
May be requested; no fixed daily amount is set.

Supporting

Evidence of visit purpose and circumstances
Optional
May be requested at entry.

Proof of funds

Evidence of sufficient funds for maintenance during the stay
Evidence of financing the return trip

Funding depends on the type and length of stay; Germany states there are no fixed daily rates.

Good to know

The visa exemption is generally limited to 90 days in any 180-day period for non-EU/EEA nationals.
Gainful employment is not permitted during the visa-exempt stay.
The passport must be valid for at least three months after planned departure and issued within the last 10 years.
Documents proving the purpose and circumstances of the visit may be requested.
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay and return journey may be requested.
Travel health insurance covering return transport is advised, but the source does not state it is mandatory.
Germany's EES became fully operational on 10 April 2026; fingerprints and facial image are collected on entry.
ETIAS is intended to become an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals, but Germany's official mission says implementation was postponed to the last quarter of 2026.

FAQ

Do citizens of South Korea need a visa for Germany?

Citizens of South Korea can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free short tourist stay.

How long can citizens of South Korea stay in Germany?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of South Korea need for Germany?

Valid South Korean passport; Evidence of visit purpose and circumstances; Proof of sufficient funds for stay and return journey; Health insurance covering return transport.

How long must my passport be valid for Germany?

At least 3 months.

Sources

Overview of visa requirements/exemptions for entry into the Federal Republic of Germany
I don't need a visa for my trip to Germany, but are there other things I should bear in mind?
Digital registration of entry and exits into the Schengen area (EES) (germany.info, third-party site)
ETIAS Information (germany.info, third-party site)

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