South Korea Visa RequirementsFor Eswatini passport holders
Eswatini passport holders must apply for a South Korean tourist visa before travel. Applications are submitted at the Korean Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa. Processing typically takes 5 to 7 business days.
Eswatini passport holders require a visa to enter South Korea.
Apply at the Korean Embassy in Pretoria for a short-stay tourist visa (C-3). The fee is approximately $50 USD. Submit a completed application form, valid passport, 2 passport photos, bank statements showing sufficient funds, hotel bookings, return flight, and employment or school letter.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Eswatini to South Korea: What You Need to Know
South Korea maintains strict visa requirements for most African nations. The Korean Embassy in Pretoria handles applications from southern Africa. South Korea has growing ties with Africa through the Korea-Africa Summit and Korea's Official Development Assistance programs, including some projects in Eswatini.
How to Get There
Route from Eswatini via Johannesburg (JNB) to Seoul (ICN) connecting through Singapore (SIN), Dubai (DXB), or Tokyo (NRT). Korean Air and Asiana Airlines offer excellent connections from Asian hubs.
Money & Banking
South Korea uses the Korean Won (KRW). Cards are widely accepted in Seoul and major cities. T-money card works on all transit. Budget $60 to $100 USD per day. ATMs at 7-Eleven and banks are widely available.
Practical Tips
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the main gateway and a major Asian transit hub. Korea has excellent public transit including an extensive metro and KTX high-speed rail network. Visit in spring (March to May) for cherry blossoms or autumn (October to November) for foliage. T-money card is useful for all transit.