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Consulate General · Los Angeles, CA

South Korea visa at the Los Angeles consulate

Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Los Angeles

3243 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90010

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9 AM–4 PM

Call(213) 385-9300 AppointmentHow to book DirectionsGoogle Maps

Do US citizens need a visa for South Korea?

No. Visa-free entry. US citizens are temporarily exempt from K-ETA from January 1 to December 31, 2026 (they may still apply voluntarily).

The K-ETA exemption for US citizens runs from January 1 to December 31, 2026.

Fee: No fee

Official visa information

Source: overseas.mofa.go.kr, checked October 30, 2026.

Who is served by the Los Angeles consulate

Residents of its consular district: Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico and California.

More about the Los Angeles consulate

Korean passport at the Los Angeles consulateAdult age 18+ passport, 10-year: $52Korean Consulate in Los Angeles appointmentOnline reservation on each Korean mission's website and what to bringKorean Consulate in Los Angeles hoursMonday–Friday 9 AM–4 PMKorean Consulate in Los Angeles phone number(213) 385-9300 · emergency lineOverview of the officeAddress, services, fees and jurisdiction

Does this office serve you?

South Korea assigns each US state to one office. Pick the state where you live:

This office lists 4 states and territories in its published jurisdiction.

Nearest Korean offices

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Questions

Do US citizens need a visa for South Korea?

No. Visa-free entry. US citizens are temporarily exempt from K-ETA from January 1 to December 31, 2026 (they may still apply voluntarily). Fee: No fee.

Sources (official websites, checked on October 30, 2026):

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