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🇰🇷South Korea: visa requirements for Vanuatu passport holders

eTAeTA (K-ETA)
Vanuatu passport holders travel to South Korea on a K-ETA — an electronic travel authorisation applied for online, rather than a full visa.
Entry requirementK-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) online
Maximum stayShort visits (commonly up to 90 days, per K-ETA terms)
How to obtainOfficial K-ETA portal, before departure
Passport validityValid for the duration of stay

Official source: K-ETA › · Last verified 25 June 2026.

The K-ETA is a streamlined online authorisation that replaces the need for a visa for eligible short-stay visitors. You apply on the official portal, pay a small fee, and receive approval electronically before you fly. Periodic K-ETA exemptions and changes are announced, so check the latest status.

An eTA route like Korea's sits between fully visa-free and a full visa — convenient, online, and quick.

Apply for the K-ETA at least 72 hours before departure on the official portal, using a recent photo and your accommodation details. Approval is usually quick and valid for multiple trips over its term. Periodic temporary K-ETA exemptions are announced for certain nationalities, so check whether any current waiver applies to you before paying.

South Korea requires a visa for Vanuatu citizens. For the wider picture, read whether a Vanuatu passport is worth it in 2026.

This page is for general information only and is not legal or immigration advice. Entry rules change frequently and without notice — always confirm current requirements with the destination’s official embassy, consulate or immigration authority before booking travel.

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FAQ — South Korea & the Vanuatu passport

Do Vanuatu citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Not a full visa for short visits — they apply online for a K-ETA travel authorisation.
How long is the K-ETA valid?
K-ETA approvals are typically valid for multiple entries over a period, with stays per visit limited per its terms.
How far in advance should I apply for the K-ETA?
Apply at least 72 hours before departure. Approval is typically fast, but leaving a buffer avoids problems at check-in.
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