How to Check South Korea Visa Online (2026)
The official way to check a South Korea visa: where to check, what you need, step by step — and how to spot a fake visa before you travel or pay.
Check your visa onKorea Visa PortalOpen www.visa.go.kr ↗Type the address yourself — beware look-alike sites.
- Open the official portal
Go to www.visa.go.kr — Korea Visa Portal.
- Enter your details
Passport number · English name · Date of birth
- Check every detail
Name, passport number, nationality, visa type, sponsor/employer and validity dates must match exactly.
- Save the result
Download or print it and carry it with your passport.
Use 'Check application status' on the Korea Visa Portal.
Is your South Korea visa fake? Warning signs
- It cannot be found on www.visa.go.kr with your passport number.
- Your name, date of birth or passport number is spelled differently.
- You were given a different website or a PDF only, and no official reference.
- The sponsor/employer shown is not the one in your job offer.
- You are asked to pay again to “activate”, “stamp” or “verify” the visa.
South Korea visa check — FAQ
How can I check my South Korea visa online?
Use the official portal — Korea Visa Portal (www.visa.go.kr). Enter passport number, english name, date of birth and check that the details shown match your passport.
How do I know if my South Korea visa is real or fake?
A genuine South Korea visa can be found on the official government portal with your details. If it is not found, the name or passport number differs, or you were sent to a non-government website to "verify" it, treat it as fake and contact the embassy before travelling or paying anything more.
Is South Korea visa checking free?
Yes. Checking a visa on the official government portal is free. Anyone charging a fee just to check or 'activate' a visa is not an official service.
What do I need to check a South Korea visa?
Passport number, English name, Date of birth.