Moldovan visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is NOT required for South Korean passport holders visiting Moldova for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South Korean citizens to enter Moldova for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Moldova e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Moldova visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Moldova tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Moldova.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Moldova.
If you are looking for Moldova 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 Moldova nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 1078.27 kilometers (670.01 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 39 minutes).
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 1088.24 kilometers (676.20 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 9 minutes).
Moldova visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Moldova diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Moldova from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,745 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,900 | -17.81% |
| 2010 | 4,160 | 6.67% |
| 2011 | 4,875 | 17.19% |
| 2012 | 5,785 | 18.67% |
| 2013 | 6,214 | 7.42% |
| 2014 | 6,104 | -1.77% |
| 2015 | 6,136 | 0.52% |
| 2016 | 7,865 | 28.18% |
| 2017 | 9,425 | 19.83% |
| 2018 | 10,400 | 10.34% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Moldova & South Korea comparison
Moldova's area is approximately 32,850 km2 (12,683 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 2.96 times bigger than Moldova.
As of October 2025, Moldova's population is ~4.0 million people - 47,512,324 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Moldova & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Moldova | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,987,572 | 51,499,896 | 47.5 million fewer people live in Moldova than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 183 | Moldova has 157 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 84 | 138 | Moldova passport holders visit 54 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 129 | Moldovan hosts 89 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Moldova in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Moldova in 2018 was approximately 10,400.
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