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title: South Korea visa for citizens of Cyprus
description: Citizens of Cyprus can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# South Korea visa for citizens of Cyprus

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-Free Entry (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required
- **Proof of funds:** May be requested; no set amount

## How to apply

1. **Prepare Travel Documents** — Ensure passport is valid and you have return/onward ticket (not legally required but strongly recommended).
2. **Registration on K-ETA (optional but recommended)** — Cypriots are exempt from K-ETA until end of 2026; after that, register online at k-eta.go.kr 72h before travel.
3. **Travel to South Korea** — Arrive by air or sea; no visa application or pre-approval process needed.
4. **Complete Arrival Procedures** — Present passport and completed arrival/customs cards to immigration officer; receive entry stamp for up to 90 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for the entire stay; machine-readable passport recommended.
- **Completed Arrival Card** (Travel): Distributed on board or at immigration; declare any dutiable items.
- **Customs Declaration Form** (Travel): May be combined with arrival card; required for currency and goods over limits.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified

Immigration may request evidence of sufficient funds; no fixed amount published.

## Good to know

- K-ETA exemption for Cypriots is currently until end of 2026; after that, a K-ETA will be required before travel.
- Stay must not exceed 90 days; no visa extension or change of status allowed for short-term visitors.
- Working, studying, or engaging in paid activities is strictly prohibited under visa-free entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than intended stay or lack of onward ticket** — Ensure passport is valid for entire stay and carry proof of onward/return journey.
- **Previous overstay or violation of Korean immigration terms** — Comply strictly with visa conditions during any prior visits.
- **Inability to provide acceptable justification of purpose of visit** — Be prepared to explain tourist, family, or business visit purpose if asked.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Cyprus need a visa for South Korea?

Citizens of Cyprus can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-Free Entry (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Cyprus stay in South Korea?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Cyprus need for South Korea?

Valid Passport; Completed Arrival Card; Customs Declaration Form.

## Sources

- [k-eta.go.kr](https://www.k-eta.go.kr/)

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