[Seoul · Asia]

South Korea 대한민국

KR · KOR · Asia · Seoul

51,159,889 pop · KRW currency · kor

6 Major cities
6 Visa-free origins
1 Languages
51.2M Population

About South Korea

South Korea is a Asia country with a population of about 51.2M. The capital is Seoul, the currency is KRW, and primary languages include kor.

Travelers care most about three things: visa policy, climate, and where to go. Browse the visa-free origins, recommended cities, and detail pages below.

Entry for Common Origins

Citizens of the following countries can enter South Korea visa-free (top 5 shown):

  • 🇨🇦 Canada (180 days)
  • 🇩🇪 Germany (90 days)
  • 🇪🇸 Spain (90 days)
  • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom (90 days)
  • 🇮🇹 Italy (90 days)

Top Cities to Visit

Top cities in South Korea (by population):

  • Seoul — pop. 10.3M
  • Busan — pop. 3.3M
  • Incheon — pop. 3.0M
  • Daegu — pop. 2.4M
  • Daejeon — pop. 1.4M

Best Time to Visit

South Korea’s climate varies significantly by region and city. Check monthly weather pages for major cities to plan your trip timing. Generally, spring and autumn are considered the best seasons for travel in Asia.

01 Cities in South Korea

02 Open borders

Passport holders from these countries may enter South Korea without a visa.

  1. Canada 180d visa-free
  2. Germany 90d visa-free
  3. Spain 90d visa-free
  4. United Kingdom 90d visa-free
  5. Italy 90d visa-free
  6. United States 90d visa-free

03 Routes from South Korea

Q&A

FAQ

01 What currency is used in South Korea?
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The official currency is KRW.

02 What languages are spoken in South Korea?
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Primary languages include kor.

03 What is the capital of South Korea?
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Seoul.

04 Which countries have visa-free access to South Korea?
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Citizens of Canada, Germany, Spain and others.

05 What is the population of South Korea?
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Approximately 51.2 million.

06 Which continent is South Korea in?
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Asia.

Sources
REST Countries · Wikipedia
Updated
2026-04-17
KR — Atlas