South Korea Visa Fee Waiver Extension 2026: 6 More Months for Group Tourists
South Korea extends its visa processing fee waiver for group tourists from six countries, including China and India, until June 2026. Learn about the impact on inbound tourism.
The door stays wide open for travelers. South Korea is extending its visa processing fee waiver for group tourists from six countries for another six months to keep the tourism boom alive through the first half of next year.
South Korea Visa Fee Waiver Extension 2026 Targets Growth in Emerging Markets
According to Yonhap News, Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol announced on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, that the fee exemption will be extended until the end of June 2026. The waiver was originally set to expire today, but the government decided to prolong the benefit to maintain the current momentum in inbound tourism.
- China
- India
- Vietnam
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Cambodia
Koo emphasized that the move is crucial to "maintain momentum in inbound tourism." It's a strategic push to attract more visitors as regional competition for tourists heats up, especially in the growing markets of Southeast Asia and India.
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