Do I Need a Visa for South Korea from India?
For Indian passport holders · Updated March 2026
Visa Details
A visa is required for Indian passport holders to enter South Korea. Note: The previously available 30-day transit visa exemption for permanent residents or valid visa holders of US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Schengen countries has been suspended since COVID and remains inactive as of 2025. For transit only (staying in airport), you can transit for up to 24 hours without a visa.
Transit Through South Korea
No transit visa needed for Indians transiting through South Korea.
Must stay in the airport transit area.
- •Must stay in international transit area
- •Valid onward ticket
IMPORTANT: The 30-day transit visa exemption for holders of US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or Schengen visas has been SUSPENDED since COVID and is NOT currently active as of 2025.
Official Sources
Quick Summary
- Visa Status
- 📋Visa Required
- Transit
- Transit possible without visa
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