South Korea
Japan
Japan visa for South Korean citizens
Entry requirement
South Korean citizens do not need a visa for Japan: 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 kr.emb-japan.go.jp
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Japanese citizens travelling to South Korea
JapanSouth Korea Visa-free, 90 days South Korea visa for citizens of Japan
Travel advice for Japan
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from South Korea to Japan, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Japan at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 14 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Japan (updated 28 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Japan (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long South Korean citizens can stay in Japan
South Korean citizens may stay in Japan for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Japan.
Japanese citizens travelling to South Korea
Japanese citizens can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between South Korea and Japan.
Frequently asked questions
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Japan?
South Korean citizens do not need a visa for Japan: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can South Korean citizens stay in Japan?
South Korean citizens can stay in Japan for up to 90 days.
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Japanese citizens can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can South Korean citizens enter Japan visa-free?
Yes, South Korean citizens can enter Japan 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.