Do I need a visa to visit South Korea with a Taiwan passport?
Electronic Travel Authorization
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Taiwanese citizens 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.
They 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.
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Taiwanese passport holders must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free.
They can complete their K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding their flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval.
There is a small, non-refundable charge.
Taiwanese passport holders are exempt from K-ETA requirements until end of 2026.
After arriving in South Korea, Taiwanese passport holders can use the Smart Entry Service (SeS) to enter the country.
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