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Iraqi Citizens Visiting South Korea

Visa requirements, entry rules, and travel information for 2026

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Visa required

Iraqi citizens must apply for a visa at the South Korea embassy or consulate before traveling. Contact the embassy well in advance.

📋 Required Documents

🛂 Valid passport — minimum 6 months validity beyond your stay
📷 Recent passport-sized photos (white background, last 6 months)
📝 Completed visa application form (from the embassy website)
✈️ Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking
🏨 Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, Airbnb, or host invitation)
💳 Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, last 3 months)
🏥 Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage recommended)
💼 Proof of employment, business registration, or student enrollment
💰 Visa application fee payment (check current fees with embassy)
📅 Appointment confirmation (many embassies require advance booking)

⚠️ Requirements vary. Always verify with the official South Korea embassy before applying.

📋 How to Apply for a Visa

  1. 1
    Find the South Korea embassy
    Locate the South Korea embassy or consulate in your country. Use our embassy directory to find contact details and official website.
  2. 2
    Book an appointment
    Most embassies require an appointment for visa applications. Book well in advance — popular embassies can have waits of weeks.
  3. 3
    Prepare your documents
    Gather all required documents. Incomplete applications are rejected and fees are often non-refundable.
  4. 4
    Attend your appointment
    Arrive on time with all documents. You may be asked to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
  5. 5
    Wait for processing
    Processing times vary from a few days to several weeks. Track your application status via the embassy website.
  6. 6
    Collect your visa
    Once approved, your visa is stamped in your passport. Verify all details are correct before traveling.

South Korea — Quick Facts

South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a country in East Asia. It constitutes the southern half of the Korean Peninsula and borders North Korea along the Korean Demilitarized Zone, with the Yellow Sea to the west and the Sea of Japan to the east.

🏛️ Capital
Seoul
💱 Currency
won (KRW)
📞 Dial Code
++82
🗣️ Language
Korean

🆘 Emergency Numbers in South Korea

🚔 Police
112
🚑 Ambulance
119
🚒 Fire
119

📅 Upcoming Public Holidays in South Korea

Embassies and government offices may be closed on these dates.

Children's Day 2026-05-05
Buddha's Birthday 2026-05-24
Memorial Day 2026-06-06
Liberation Day 2026-08-15

⚠️ Visa information is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect recent policy changes. Always verify requirements with the official embassy or government website before travel.

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