Spanish visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Korean passport holders visiting Spain for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South Korean citizens to enter Spain for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Spain e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Spain visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Spain tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Spain.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Spain.
If you are looking for Spain visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from South Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Spain nearest your place of residence.
- Seoul: The Embassy of Spain in Seoul, South Korea (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 19 minutes)
- Pusan: The Consulate General of Spain in Pusan, South Korea (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 19 minutes)
Spain visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Spain diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Spain from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 296,810 | N/A |
| 2009 | 296,810 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 303,059 | 2.11% |
| 2011 | 321,804 | 6.19% |
| 2012 | 306,183 | -4.85% |
| 2013 | 309,307 | 1.02% |
| 2014 | 296,810 | -4.04% |
| 2015 | 296,810 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 312,432 | 5.26% |
| 2017 | 446,069 | 42.77% |
| 2018 | 490,631 | 9.99% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Spain & South Korea comparison
Spain's area is approximately 498,800 km2 (192,587 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 5.13 times smaller than Spain.
As of April 2024, Spain's population is ~46.8 million people - 4,624,169 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Spain & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Spain | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 46,829,585 | 51,453,754 | 4.6 million fewer people live in Spain than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 215 | 183 | Spain has 32 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 144 | 138 | Spain passport holders can visit 6 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 492 | 129 | Spanish hosts 363 more foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Spain in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Spain in 2018 was approximately 490,631.
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