Singaporean visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is NOT required for South Korean passport holders visiting Singapore for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South Korean citizens to enter Singapore for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Singapore e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Singapore visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Singapore tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Singapore.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Singapore.
If you are looking for Singapore 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 Singapore nearest your place of residence.
- Seoul: The Embassy of Singapore in Seoul, South Korea (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 24 minutes)
Singapore visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Singapore diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Singapore from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 402,432 | N/A |
| 2009 | 431,474 | 7.22% |
| 2010 | 419,027 | -2.88% |
| 2011 | 414,879 | -0.99% |
| 2012 | 445,184 | 7.30% |
| 2013 | 471,768 | 5.97% |
| 2014 | 536,975 | 13.82% |
| 2015 | 577,082 | 7.47% |
| 2016 | 566,503 | -1.83% |
| 2017 | 631,359 | 11.45% |
| 2018 | 629,451 | -0.30% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Singapore & South Korea comparison
Singapore's area is approximately 700 km2 (270 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 138.90 times bigger than Singapore.
As of October 2025, Singapore's population is ~6.1 million people - 45,418,466 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Singapore & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Singapore | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,081,430 | 51,499,896 | 45.4 million fewer people live in Singapore than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 50 | 183 | Singapore has 133 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 148 | 138 | Singapore passport holders can visit 10 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 87 | 129 | Singaporean hosts 42 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Singapore in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Singapore in 2018 was approximately 629,451.
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Useful Information
- Singapore to Seoul: 4204.23 km (2612.39 mi)
- Travel time: 8 hours 45 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025