Hong Kong
South Korea
South Korea visa for citizens of Hong Kong
Entry requirement
South Korea admits citizens of Hong Kong without a visa for stays of 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 Hong Kong
South KoreaHong Kong Visa-free, 90 days Hong Kong 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.
For a trip from Hong Kong to South Korea, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 citizens of Hong Kong can stay in South Korea
Citizens of Hong Kong 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 citizens of Hong Kong
North Korea requires citizens of Hong Kong to obtain a visa in advance.
South Korean citizens travelling to Hong Kong
South Korean citizens can visit Hong Kong without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Hong Kong and South Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for South Korea?
South Korea admits citizens of Hong Kong without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of Hong Kong stay in South Korea?
Citizens of Hong Kong can stay in South Korea for up to 90 days.
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
South Korean citizens can visit Hong Kong without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can citizens of Hong Kong enter South Korea visa-free?
Yes, citizens of Hong Kong 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.