Can India Citizens with United States Residence Visit South Korea?
India passport + United States residence card
Indian citizens residing in the United States do not need a visa for tourist visits to South Korea for up to 30 days if they have a valid U.S. residence permit and meet specific travel conditions.
✓ Verified March 2026
Before You Go
Heads Up
- Must travel as a tourist.
- Must have a U.S. residence permit.
- Must have a confirmed onward ticket within 30 days to the U.S. or a third country, depending on arrival origin.
- Transit stays in other countries must not exceed 3 days.
- If traveling to Jeju Island only, no visa is required for up to 30 days with return/onward tickets.
- An eVisa is available as an alternative option before departure.
Must complete an arrival card, which can be submitted online up to 3 days before departure or on paper upon arrival.
Your United States residence card unlocks this
Holding a United States residence permit upgrades your access to South Korea from visa required to visa free, allowing stays of up to 30 days.
These requirements apply when traveling with a valid United States residence permit.
Full Visa Details
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Travel documents must be valid upon arrival.
Visa rules change frequently. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official embassy or immigration website before booking travel. Data verified: March 2026.
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