Last updated 2026-06-01
Crew member visa to South Korea
Travel purpose:
Work
, long stay
Visa overview
Allows aliens to enter into employment contracts and work as domestic seafarers, fishing vessel crew members, or cruise ship crew members. Foreign nationals must submit the electronic arrival card (e-Arrival Card), a digital form, online at least 3 days prior to entering the country.
Visa validity period
3 months
Consular fee
$60
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Coastal crew member visa
Eligible individuals
Mariner, maritime, seafarer, seaman, ship's crew
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60
Fishing ship crew visa
Eligible individuals
Fisherman, mariner, maritime, seafarer, seaman, ship's crew
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60
Cruise ship crew visa
Eligible individuals
Mariner, maritime, seafarer, seaman, ship's crew
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60