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Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Algeria apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.
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Do you hold a valid Schengen, US or UK visa? Visa-free entry up to 30 days (in transit only). In transit through Korea to or from the US, Canada, Australia or New Zealand, or to one’s home or a third country. Sticker visa or permanent residence of those four countries or of a European country (EU, Schengen, UK, Ireland). Onward ticket within 30 days. A round trip from the same country does not qualify. Official source (mofa.go.kr)
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Pay €29 and have my application checkedYes, a consular visa is required for travelers from Algeria to South Korea. It must be obtained from the embassy or consulate before departure, following the official procedure.
Algerian travelers planning to visit South Korea need to obtain a consular visa prior to their trip. The application must be submitted to the South Korean embassy or consulate, and it is important to follow the official steps to ensure smooth entry.

Yes, a consular visa is necessary. No e-visa or visa on arrival is available for Algerian travelers under this verified regime.
The official fee for a visa for South Korea is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
The exact list for South Korea is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of South Korea before you apply.
Required documents include the completed application form, two passport-sized photos, proof of accommodation, financial evidence, and travel insurance. Visa fees are payable according to the procedures specified by the embassy or consulate. For the most current list, consult the official embassy website.
The visa application must be submitted at the South Korean embassy or consulate in Algeria. It is advisable to schedule an appointment in advance and prepare a complete dossier. The application includes the visa form, passport photos, and supporting documents such as proof of accommodation, financial resources, and travel insurance.
A consular visa for South Korea is filed with the diplomatic post accredited for Algeria, or with the application centre that post has appointed.
Then the application goes to the post accredited for Algeria, often in a neighbouring capital, or to a state acting on its behalf. Confirm which post is competent with the official source before travelling to a third country to apply, a rejected file at the wrong counter costs the trip and the fee.
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Algeria but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the visa is granted.
Processing times vary; it is recommended to apply several weeks before your planned departure. Do not purchase airline tickets before obtaining the visa to avoid financial loss in case of refusal.



Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Failing to submit all required documents or providing incorrect information may result in visa denial. It is crucial to follow the official application process carefully and verify your dossier before submission.
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