Age limit:
You must be aged 18 to 30 (inclusive) to apply for this visa.
Visa duration:
Your visa is valid for twelve months from the date of issue. You may stay in the Republic of Korea for a maximum of twelve months from the date you enter.
Conditions:
- You must be an Irish citizen residing in Ireland
- You cannot be accompanied by a spouse or dependents
- You cannot engage in full-time permanent employment
- You may enrol in a course of study or training for a maximum of six months
- You must possess a return ticket or enough money to buy a return ticket
- You must be able to show that you possess sufficient funds
- You must hold medical and comprehensive hospitalization insurance to cover your stay
- You must not have a criminal record
- You must register with a local immigration office or branch office within 90 days of arrival in Korea
Number of visas available:
There are up to 800 visas available to Irish citizens per year.
Application fee:
Consult Embassy of South Korea Ireland (contacts below).
Processing time:
Not stated
How to apply:
Where to apply:
Embassy of the Republic of Korea
72 Merrion Square South
Dublin 2
Ireland
(Online appointment must be made before visiting the Embassy)
Further information:
Embassy of the Republic of Korea
72 Merrion Square South
Dublin 2
Ireland
Tel: 353-1-609-9111 / 9124 / 9125
Email: irekoremb@mofat.go.kr
