Qatar
South Korea
South Korea visa for Qatari citizens
Entry requirement
Qatari citizens do not need a visa for South Korea: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- 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 Qatar
South KoreaQatar Visa on arrival Qatar 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 Qatar 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 Qatari citizens can stay in South Korea
Qatari 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 Qatari citizens
North Korea requires Qatari citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South Korean citizens travelling to Qatar
South Korean citizens receive their visa for Qatar at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Qatari citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Qatari citizens do not need a visa for South Korea: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Qatari citizens stay in South Korea?
Qatari citizens can stay in South Korea for up to 90 days.
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Qatar?
South Korean citizens receive their visa for Qatar at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can Qatari citizens enter South Korea visa-free?
Yes, Qatari 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.