South Korea Visa RequirementsFor Micronesia passport holders
FSM passport holders are required to obtain a South Korean tourist visa (C-3) before travel. South Korea does not include Micronesia in its K-ETA or visa-free program. Applications are processed at Korean Embassies or Consulates.
Micronesia passport holders require a visa to enter South Korea.
Apply at the Korean Embassy or Consulate. Documents include a valid FSM passport, completed application form, passport photos, bank statements, return flight ticket, hotel reservation, and proof of employment. The fee is approximately USD 50.
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
Micronesia to South Korea: What You Need to Know
South Korea does not offer visa-free or K-ETA access to Micronesian citizens. FSM passport holders must apply for a standard tourist visa through the Korean Embassy. South Korea is a Pacific neighbor with excellent air connections via Incheon.
How to Get There
South Korea is accessible from Micronesia via connections through Guam, Japan, or the Philippines. Korean Air and Asiana Airlines have Pacific route networks.
Money & Banking
South Korea uses the Korean Won (KRW). ATMs at 7-Elevens and GS25 convenience stores accept international cards. Cards are widely accepted. T-money cards are useful for transport. Some traditional restaurants prefer cash.
Practical Tips
1. The nearest Korean Embassy to FSM is likely in Honolulu, Hawaii or Manila, Philippines.
2. Seoul's Incheon Airport is one of Asia's best-connected aviation hubs.
3. Bank statements must show at least USD 100 per day in South Korea.
4. South Korea has world-class public transport including the T-money card system.
5. Processing typically takes 5-7 business days after submission.