Tongan visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Korean passport holders visiting Tonga 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 Tonga for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Tonga e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Tonga visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Eligible | |
Tonga tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Tonga.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Tonga.
If you are looking for Tonga 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 Tonga nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Consulate General of in Beijing, ~ 1075.51 kilometers (668.29 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 0 minutes).
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 1079.94 kilometers (671.04 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 30 minutes).
Tonga visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Tonga diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Tonga from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,250 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,971 | -8.58% |
| 2010 | 3,062 | 3.06% |
| 2011 | 2,990 | -2.35% |
| 2012 | 3,081 | 3.04% |
| 2013 | 3,133 | 1.69% |
| 2014 | 3,276 | 4.56% |
| 2015 | 3,497 | 6.75% |
| 2016 | 3,842 | 9.87% |
| 2017 | 4,063 | 5.75% |
| 2018 | 3,510 | -13.61% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Tonga & South Korea comparison
Tonga's area is approximately 720 km2 (277 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 135.04 times bigger than Tonga.
As of October 2025, Tonga's population is ~111772 people - 51,388,124 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Tonga & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Tonga | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 111,772 | 51,499,896 | 51.4 million fewer people live in Tonga than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 10 | 183 | Tonga has 173 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 88 | 138 | Tonga passport holders visit 50 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 129 | Tongan hosts 122 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Tonga in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Tonga in 2018 was approximately 3,510.
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