France
South Korea
South Korea visa for French citizens
Entry requirement
French citizens can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at overseas.mofa.go.kr
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South Korean citizens travelling to France
South KoreaFrance Visa-free, 90 days France visa for citizens of South Korea
Travel advice for South Korea
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from France to South Korea, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates South Korea at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 27 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to South Korea (updated 14 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for South Korea (updated 4 November 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long French citizens can stay in South Korea
French citizens may stay in South Korea for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to South Korea.
South Korea’s neighbours for French citizens
North Korea requires French citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South Korean citizens travelling to France
South Korean citizens can visit France without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between France and South Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Do French citizens need a visa for South Korea?
French citizens can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can French citizens stay in South Korea?
French citizens can stay in South Korea for up to 90 days.
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for France?
South Korean citizens can visit France without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can French citizens enter South Korea visa-free?
Yes, French citizens can enter South Korea without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.