Do I need a visa to visit South Korea with a Hong Kong passport?
Visa not required
Key entry notes
HKSAR passport has right to get E-ETA free till 31 December 2026.
The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from 1 April 2023, to 31 December 2026, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.
Chinese citizens of Hong Kong can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa.
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You must have an onward or return ticket.
It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free.
You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval.
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