🇩🇿
Algerian
جزائري
South Korea
كوريا الجنوبية
✕ Not eligible for online application. Algeria — embassy visa required
Algerian citizens are not currently eligible for online South Korea visa applications. You must apply through the nearest South Korea embassy or consulate. Algeria — embassy visa required
$8
Fee (USD)
90d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Multiple
Entry type
Step-by-step guide
1
Contact embassy
Algerian citizens must apply through the nearest South Korea embassy or consulate.
Special restrictions
Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
Travel insurance — Not required
Yellow fever — Not required
Best time to visit
Best OK
Fall foliage — stunning. Spring cherry blossom (Mar-Apr) equally iconic. Avoid Jul-Aug (monsoon, humidity). Dec-Feb: cold but ski season.
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (k-eta.go.kr) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do Algerian citizens need a visa for South Korea? +
Algerian citizens cannot apply online. Algeria — embassy visa required
How much does a South Korea visa cost for Algerian citizens? +
The fee is $8 USD. Local currency: KRW.
How long can Algerian citizens stay in South Korea? +
Maximum stay is 90 days. Visa validity: 730 days from issue date.
What documents do Algerian citizens need for South Korea? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter). Sufficient funds for stay. Completed online application form. Credit/debit card for payment.
Practical notes
- Payment
- Visa, MC, Amex on k-eta.go.kr. K-ETA fee KRW 10,000 (~$7.50 USD).
- Transit — Not required
- No transit visa required for airside transit at Incheon or Gimhae airports. Korea has a 72/120-hour transit visa-free program for some nationalities. Source: Korea Immigration Service.
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: k-eta.go.kr ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.