Germany embassy & consulates in South Korea

Visa-free · 90 days$2,800/moSOS 119Updated Nov 9, 2026

Quick answer

Germany has 1 diplomatic mission(s) in South Korea: Embassy (Seoul).

Entry rules for Germany passport holders → South Korea:Visa-free· 90 days

Photo: 라성민 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Germany missions in South Korea

EmbassySeoul

Embassy of Germany, Seoul

Data completeness90%

Address

한강대로 416, 04637, 서울특별시, Seoul

Phone

+82-2-7484114 +82 2 748 41 14

Website

seoul.diplo.de

Opening hours

Not yet verified

Schengen visa statistics at this consulate

Year 2025

Applications: 701
Visas issued: 632
Refused: 64
Refusal rate: 9.2%

Multiple-entry share: 13%

Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

Directions Call Official site

Suggest a correction

Source: Wikidata Q60036416 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Nov 29, 2025

Entry rules for Germany passport holders

South KoreaVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Germany passport power

Document checklist: Germany → South Korea

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
Return or onward ticket.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?

Apostille is enough

Germany → South Korea

Driving licence abroad

No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.

Germany → South Korea

Applying for a visa? South Korea missions in Germany

Embassy of South Korea, BerlinEmbassy · Berlin · +49 30 260650See all
Embassy · BonnEmbassy · BonnSee all
Consulate General of South Korea, FrankfurtConsulate General · FrankfurtSee all
Generalkonsulat Republik KoreaConsulate General · HamburgSee all
Honorary Consul of the Republic of KoreaHonorary Consulate · Munich · +49 89 2441 17 590See all
Honorarkonsulat der Republik KoreaHonorary Consulate · Düsseldorf · +49 211 634636See all
Honorarkonsularische Vertretung der Republik KoreaHonorary ConsulateSee all

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Germany embassy in South Korea?

The Germany embassy in South Korea is located at 한강대로 416, 04637, 서울특별시, Seoul.

Do Germany citizens need a visa for South Korea?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the Germany embassy in South Korea?

Phone: +82-2-7484114, +82 2 748 41 14. Email: —. Website: https://seoul.diplo.de/.

Does Germany have consulates in South Korea?

No separate consulate is on record; consular services are handled by the embassy.

What should I do if I lose my passport in South Korea?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 119), then contact the Germany embassy or consulate in South Korea for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.