Palauan visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Korean passport holders visiting Palau 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 Palau for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Palau e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Palau visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Eligible | |
Palau tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Palau.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Palau.
If you are looking for Palau 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 Palau nearest your place of residence.
- Mishima: The Honorary Consulate General of in Mishima, ~ 1012.11 kilometers (628.90 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now).
- Yokohama: The Honorary Consulate General of in Yokohama, ~ 1073.02 kilometers (666.75 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 16 minutes).
Palau visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Palau diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Palau from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5,265 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,615 | -12.35% |
| 2010 | 5,525 | 19.72% |
| 2011 | 7,215 | 30.59% |
| 2012 | 7,800 | 8.11% |
| 2013 | 7,020 | -10.00% |
| 2014 | 9,100 | 29.63% |
| 2015 | 10,530 | 15.71% |
| 2016 | 8,970 | -14.81% |
| 2017 | 7,995 | -10.87% |
| 2018 | 6,890 | -13.82% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Palau & South Korea comparison
Palau's area is approximately 460 km2 (177 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 211.37 times bigger than Palau.
As of May 2024, Palau's population is ~18441 people - 51,435,313 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Palau & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Palau | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 18,441 | 51,453,754 | 51.4 million fewer people live in Palau than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 183 | Palau has 175 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 82 | 138 | Palau passport holders visit 56 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 9 | 129 | Palauan hosts 120 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Palau in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Palau in 2018 was approximately 6,890.
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