South Korea

The South Korea passport is ranked #2 in the world in 2026 with a mobility score of 166. South Korea passport holders can access 166 destinations without a pre-departure visa, including 116 visa-free countries, 41 visa-on-arrival destinations, and 9 ETA destinations.

South Korea passport holders can visit 116 countries visa-free (no visa required at all). Additionally, they can access 41 countries with visa on arrival and 9 with electronic travel authorization, for a total mobility score of 166.

Check the detailed visa requirements section above for the latest information on whether South Korea citizens need a visa to visit the United States. Requirements can change, so always verify with official sources before traveling.

Check the detailed visa requirements section above for current Schengen Area visa requirements for South Korea passport holders. The EU's ETIAS system may also affect travel authorization requirements starting in 2026.

The South Korea passport is ranked #2 globally in 2026 based on the BorderIQ Passport Power Index. This ranking is determined by the total number of destinations accessible without a pre-departure visa (visa-free + visa on arrival + ETA = 166).