South Korea visa requirements for Congo citizens (2026)

Do Congo citizens need a visa for South Korea?

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.

Congo passport holders can currently enter 43 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 53 more with an online ETA or e-Visa. South Korea admits 110 of 198 passports without a full visa (visa-free, on arrival or ETA).

Documents required for the South Korea e-Visa

• Scan of the passport data page (valid 6+ months)
• Recent passport-style digital photo, plain background
• Travel dates, entry point and accommodation details
• Return or onward ticket
• Payment card for the government fee

General checklist for this type of entry — not an official list. Requirements vary by purpose and personal circumstances; we confirm the exact list for your case when you apply.

South Korea e-Visa processing time

K-ETA: generally within 72 hours. (per the official source listed below). Apply well before your travel date.

South Korea e-Visa cost

We have not verified the official government fee for Congo citizens, so we don’t state one. The official portal shows the current fee before you pay.

With Tripsol: from $75 per traveler, all-in. Total includes government fees where applicable and our service fee.

How to apply for the South Korea e-Visa

1. Prepare a passport scan and a compliant photo.
2. Apply online — with us or on the official portal — and pay the fee.
3. Wait for approval (see processing time) and download the e-visa.
4. Print a copy and travel with the passport used to apply.

Prefer a human to check it? Apply with Tripsol, or apply yourself on the official portal (Korea K-ETA portal).

Recent South Korea entry rule changes

• 2026-03-20: Temporary K-ETA exemption for 22 countries/regions extended to 31 Dec 2026.

Entry tips for South Korea

• If you are K-ETA exempt and don’t apply voluntarily, complete the arrival card (or e-Arrival card).
• Local currency is South Korean won (KRW) — carry a card that works abroad and some cash for arrival costs.
• Buy travel medical insurance that covers your whole stay.
• An eSIM bought before you fly means data as soon as you land — handy for showing bookings at immigration.

South Korea at a glance

Sources & last verified

The visa requirement on this page is derived from the open passport-index dataset (updated 17 Feb 2026) and has not been individually verified by our team. Documents and steps are general guidance. Always verify with the official source before travel.