South Korea visa and entry routes
These are the current client-facing routes shown by BAT VISAS for a United Kingdom passport. Eligibility can depend on the exact passport, travel purpose, dates and personal circumstances.
Short Visit — Visa-Free / K-ETA Exempt
C-4-5 — Short-Term Employment
D-2 — Student (University / Research / Exchange / Visiting)
D-4-1 — Korean Language Trainee
D-9-2 — Technician / Industrial Equipment
E-2-1 — Foreign Language Instructor
E-2-2 — Foreign Language Teacher (EPIK)
F-1-D — Digital Nomad / Workcation
F-3-1 — Dependent Family
F-4 — Overseas Korean
F-6 — Spouse of Korean National
H-1 — Working Holiday
D-10-1 — Job Seeker
Visa Issuance Number Holder
A-1 / A-2 — Diplomatic / Official
Other travel purposes
For these cases BAT VISAS confirms the correct route before any application is prepared:
Other / Specialist Visa
Current requirements matter. Visa rules, government charges and supporting-document requirements can change. Use the live BAT VISAS finder for the current checklist and fee presentation before proceeding.