South KoreaGuinea: e-Visa

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Do South Korea passport holders need a visa for Guinea?

e-Visa

Yes. South Korea passport holders need a visa for Guinea, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: paf.gov.gn (checked July 18, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance13,374 km, straight line (~16h 14m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Guinea21 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Guinea passport holders visiting South Korea: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Guinea

South Korea passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for South Korea passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do South Korea passport holders need a visa for Guinea?

Yes. South Korea passport holders need a visa for Guinea, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can South Korea citizens stay in Guinea without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Guinea from South Korea?

About 13,374 km in a straight line, roughly ~16h 14m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Guinea?

Guinean franc (GNF).

What is the emergency number in Guinea?

117 / 18 / 442-020.

What time zone is Guinea in?

Conakry (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Conakry?

Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport (CKY), about 12 km away.

How many countries can enter Guinea without a visa?

21 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Guinea visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can South Korea passport holders visit without a visa instead of Guinea?

Sierra Leone, Liberia, Senegal, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Gabon.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About South Korea

South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a country in East Asia. It extends over the southern half of the Korean Peninsula and includes the adjacent islands. It borders North Korea to its north along the Korean Demilitarized Zone, with the Yellow Sea to the west and the Sea of Japan to the east.. It has a population of about 52 million, of which half live in the Seoul metropolitan area, the world's ninth most populous metropolitan area; its other major cities are Busan, Daegu, and Incheon.

CapitalSeoul

RegionEastern Asia

Population51.7M

Area100,210 km²

CurrencySouth Korean won (1 USD ≈ 1332.10 KRW)

LanguagesKorean

Calling code+82

Drives on theright

TimezoneSeoul (UTC+9)

Nearest airportSeoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), 15 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 119

UNESCO sites18

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$36,227 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.5M (2020)

Climate in Seoul

Warmest August, coolest December, driest December, sunniest April.

Monthly climate normals for Seoul, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.9°C	-4°C	64mm	218h
February	6°C	-3.4°C	60mm	224h
March	11.3°C	-0.2°C	18mm	304h
April	15.6°C	4.1°C	24mm	319h
May	22°C	12°C	114mm	261h
June	27.4°C	18.1°C	140mm	275h
July	26.3°C	19.5°C	330mm	214h
August	28.4°C	23.1°C	548mm	218h
September	23.5°C	16.1°C	216mm	252h
October	17.9°C	7.6°C	12mm	279h
November	11.2°C	1.6°C	66mm	219h
December	2.5°C	-6°C	3mm	244h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea, is a country in East Asia. Known as the "Land of the Morning Calm", Korea has served as a cultural bridge between its neighbors, China and Japan, for a long time. In the 2nd half of the 20th century, South Korea emerged from the shadows of its turbulent past and achieved impressive economic growth, making it one of the world's most affluent countries today. South Korean pop culture, especially K-pop, is incredibly popular worldwide, driving higher levels of tourism to this nation. Despite their modernity and love for high technology, Koreans also take great pride in their history and traditions, and there many well-preserved historical sites that can give history buffs a glimpse into the ancient past.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026크리스마스

January 1, 2027새해

February 6, 2027설날

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About Guinea

Guinea, officially the Republic of Guinea, is a coastal country located in West Africa. It borders the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Guinea-Bissau to the northwest, Senegal to the north, Mali to the northeast, Ivory Coast to the southeast, and Sierra Leone and Liberia to the south. It is sometimes referred to as Guinea-Conakry, after its capital Conakry, to distinguish it from other territories in the eponymous region, such as Guinea-Bissau and Equatorial Guinea. At the census held on 1 July 2025, Guinea had a population of over 17.5 million and an area of 245,857 square kilometres (94,926 sq mi).

CapitalConakry

RegionWestern Africa

Population15.1M

Area245,857 km²

CurrencyGuinean franc (1 USD ≈ 8799.42 GNF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+224

Drives on theright

TimezoneConakry (UTC+0)

Nearest airportAhmed Sékou Touré International Airport (CKY), 12 km

Emergency number117 / 18 / 442-020

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,877 (2025)

Tourist arrivals99K (2017)

Climate in Conakry

Warmest April, coolest August, driest January, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Conakry, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.2°C	23.1°C	0mm	318h
February	30.8°C	24.8°C	0mm	312h
March	30.8°C	25.9°C	5mm	327h
April	30.7°C	26.4°C	19mm	310h
May	30°C	26.5°C	78mm	304h
June	28.6°C	25.1°C	212mm	263h
July	26.7°C	24.2°C	837mm	170h
August	26.6°C	24.2°C	741mm	165h
September	27.5°C	24.3°C	382mm	238h
October	28.6°C	24.6°C	180mm	292h
November	29.4°C	25°C	80mm	309h
December	29.9°C	25°C	14mm	319h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Guinea is a former French colony in West Africa. Guinea has some spectacular landscapes with a few tropical, dry forests remaining, and the rainforests in the south are lush, verdant and full of wildlife, much of it destined for the cooking pot.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Mount Nimba Strict Nature Reserve

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

March 29, 2027Easter Monday

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