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title: South Korea visa for citizens of Slovakia
description: Citizens of Slovakia can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# South Korea visa for citizens of Slovakia

Citizens of Slovakia 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 (tourist/business)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for duration of stay (e.g., bank statement or credit card)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date, and book onward ticket.
2. **Travel to South Korea** — No visa needed; proceed to airport and board flight.
3. **Complete arrival procedures** — Fill in arrival card on the plane and present passport and boarding pass to immigration officer on arrival.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Immigration officer will stamp passport granting up to 90 days stay.
5. **Enjoy your stay** — Observe visa-free conditions: no employment, register with immigration if staying over 90 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity from date of entry)** (Travel): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Korea.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation, invitation letter, or address of stay.
- **Sufficient funds evidence** (Financial, optional): Bank statement, credit card, or cash may be requested.
- **Completed arrival card (K-ETA not required for visa-free Slovak passport holders)** (Travel): Filled out on arrival and submitted to immigration.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement
- credit card
- cash

Typically not checked routinely, but recommended to carry proof.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Criminal record or previous immigration violations in Korea or other countries** — Ensure you have no travel bans or history of overstay.
- **Insufficient passport validity (<6 months)** — Renew passport before travel.
- **Suspicion of working without a work visa** — Declare purpose as tourism or business, and do not engage in paid employment.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Slovakia can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry (tourist/business).

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity from date of entry); Return or onward ticket; Completed arrival card (K-ETA not required for visa-free Slovak passport holders); Proof of accommodation; Sufficient funds evidence.

### How long must my passport be valid for South Korea?

At least 6 months.

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