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assport/Visa
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No |
Yes |
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No |
Yes |
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No |
Yes |
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No |
Yes |
| Yes |
No/1 |
Yes |
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No |
Yes |
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| Passports |
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Passport valid for a minimum of three months required by all.
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Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of countries referred to in the table above except 1. nationals of Latvia and Slovak Republic, who do need a visa;
(b) nationals of Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Antigua & Barbuda, The Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria,
Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Egypt, El Salvador, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji,
Grenada, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Israel, Jamaica, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lesotho, Liberia,
Liechtenstein, Macau (SAR), Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mexico, Monaco, Morocco, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Nicaragua,
Norway, Oman, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Qatar, Romania, Serbia & Montenegro, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent &
the Grenadines, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Surinam, Swaziland, Switzerland, Taiwan,
Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuala and Yemen.
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Single-entry (up to 90 days): £16.20. Single-entry (more than 90 days): £28. Multiple-entry: £45. The same fees apply for both business and tourist visas. Nationals of Italy, Japan, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan (China),
Thailand and UK can obtain a visa valid up to six months free of charge.
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30-, 60- or 90-days.
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Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information for details.
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These may vary according to visa required and nationality of applicant. (a) Valid passport. (b) Completed application form.
(c) One recent passport-size colour photo. (d) Fee, payable by cash or postal order (but not cheque). (e) Stamped, self-addressed
envelope, if applicable. (f) Proof of sufficient funds (a bank statement for £1000 if not working in the UK and a company
letter if working in the UK). Short-term business: (a)-(f) and, (g) Substantiating documents for the activity of the applicant, eg letter of invitation from the host company
in the Republic of Korea, business-related documents etc. Private visit: (a)-(f) and, (g) A certificate for confirmation of visa issuance, obtained by the person in Korea with whom the applicant
will be staying. Student: (a)-(f) and, (g) Standard admission letter for students, substantiating the educational ability and coverage of the expense
of the applicant, issued by the president or a dean of the University. (h) Substantiating documents for researchers, including
a reference, if applicable.
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(a) For a national who cannot fulfill the necessary requirements and entry conditions (such as the expiration of passport
validity) due to unavoidable circumstances, or is required for further review before a visa can be issued, a conditional entry
permit may be granted with a validity of up to 72 hours. In regard to this permit, the chief of a district or branch office
may impose conditions such as a reference, financial guarantee, restriction on duration of stay, a duty to obey summons or
other necessary conditions, and, if deemed necessary, a monetary deposit not exceeding 10 million Won (US$10,000). (b) When
a short-term visitor or unregistered national who visited Korea (DPR) re-enters the Republic of Korea, an immigration officer
shall issue the same visa which was granted, minus the duration of stay in Korea (DPR). If a national’s duration of stay on
the visa expired whilst in Korea (DPR), or the remaining period is less than 30 days, a new visa may have to be granted. (c)
A national who wishes to enter the Republic of Korea via Korea (DPR) must carry a valid passport and visa. If the national
has a visa waiver agreement with the Republic of Korea, they must present a passport, a written paper outlining the reason
for visiting Korea (DPR) and E/D Card (Immigration Card) to the Immigration officer at an inspection counter.
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Five.
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Applications for a residence certificate or for a stay of more than 90 days should be made to the Immigration Office in Seoul.
For details contact the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.
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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the UK
60 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6AJ, UK
Tel: (020) 7227 5500 or 5505 (consular section).
Website: www.korea.embassyhomepage.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1230, 1400-1730.
Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the USA
2450 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Consular section: 2320 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 939 5600 or 5661-3 (consular section).
E-mail: consular_usa@mofat.go.kr (consular section).
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Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to the Republic of
Korea. However, cholera may be a risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before
deciding whether these precautions should include a vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness; see
the Health appendix.
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Malaria risk, exclusively in the benign vivax form, is limited to the demilitarised zone and to rural areas in northern parts
of Kyonygo and the Kangwon province.
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| Food & drink |
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Mains water is normally chlorinated and, whilst relatively safe, may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is available
and is advised for the first few weeks of stay. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it
is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked
meat and fish, preferably served hot. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.
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| Other risks |
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Japanese encephalitis may be transmitted by mosquitoes between June and the end of October in rural areas. A vaccine is available, and travellers
are advised to consult their doctor prior to departure. Hepatitis A is common; B is highly endemic, as is Korean haemorrhagic fever. TB occurs.
Rabies may be present. For those at high risk, vaccination should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay.
For more information consult the Health appendix.
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There were 19 cases of Avian Influenza (AI) reported in ROK between 10 December 2003 and 20 March 2004, in a number of areas
including Eumsung, Chunan, Kyungju, Naju, Icheon, Hincheon, Ulsan, Yangsan, Asan and Yangju. The ROK authorities took immediate
action by slaughtering five million birds, and no further cases have been reported since that time. No human infections or
deaths have been reported in ROK.
Travellers wishing to stay for more than three months may need to supply a certificate showing they have tested HIV negative,
issued within one month before their arrival in Korea. Ask at the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) for details.
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| Health care |
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Comprehensive health insurance is recommended. There are facilities in all tourist areas, and hotels will recommend a local
doctor. International clinics at large general hospitals like Severance Hospital, Asan Medical Centre or Samsung Medical Centre
are recommended. Almost all hospitals require payment and registration prior to treatment. Most nurses and receptionists do
not speak English; writing words out on paper can help in an emergency.
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