Embassy of the United Kingdom in Seoul
Open 24/7- Address
- Sejong-daero 19-gil 24, 04519 Seoul
- Website
- gov.uk
- Head of mission
- Colin Crooks Lvo
United Kingdom
South Korea
British Embassy in South Korea
1 embassy
The United Kingdom is represented in South Korea by 1 mission: an embassy in Seoul. South Korean citizens do not need a visa for the United Kingdom, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 180 days.
British Embassy in Seoul
At Sejong-daero 19-gil 24, 04519 Seoul, the British embassy represents the United Kingdom towards South Korea. The head of mission on record is Colin Crooks Lvo. Its website is linked on its page.
United Kingdom visa for South Korean citizens
South KoreaUnited Kingdom Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom visa for citizens of South Korea
United KingdomSouth Korea Visa-free, 90 days South Korea visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
United Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of South Korea
- Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)
- Fee: £20
- 2 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
South Korean citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days. The application is made online on the official portal of the United Kingdom, not at the British embassy.
South Korea’s missions in the United Kingdom
Missions of South Korea in the United Kingdom (3)
In return, South Korea has 3 missions in the United Kingdom, including its embassy in London.
Good to know
The United Kingdom in South Korea
Worldwide, the United Kingdom has 280 missions in 168 countries; one of them is in South Korea.
Travel to South Korea for British citizens
No visa is needed by British citizens for South Korea, for stays of up to 90 days. In South Korea, British citizens can turn to the British embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the British embassy in South Korea is closed
The British embassy in South Korea closes on South Korea’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Lunar New Year on Saturday 6 February 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United Kingdom, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the British embassy in South Korea?
The British embassy is in Seoul, at Sejong-daero 19-gil 24, 04519 Seoul.
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Before flying to the United Kingdom, South Korean citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Do British citizens need a visa for South Korea?
South Korea admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Does South Korea have an embassy in the United Kingdom?
Yes, South Korea has its embassy in London, along with 2 other missions in the United Kingdom.