Sightseeing during 12-hour stop-over at Incheon

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Is a Philippine passport holder allowed to leave Incheon Airport for sightseeing during a 12-hour stop-over?



Best Answer

You may be allowed to leave the transit area if one or more of the following apply:

  • you hold a valid South Korean visa
  • you hold a diplomatic passport
  • you hold a physical visa from and are traveling to or from one of the following countries: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United States.
  • you are eligible to participate in the transit tour program

I got this from Wikipedia. If you believe any of the above may apply to you please double-check with the Korean embassy.




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Can I go out of Incheon Airport during layover?

Answer: Yes, just like other arrival passengers, you will have to go through customs/immigration before you can leave the airport for the tour. Tell them that you are going on the transit tour, they will stamp your passport.

Does Korean Air provide hotel for long layover?

Korean Air provides an STPC service (Stopover Paid By Carrier) giving a free hotel stay in transit on flights where it is not possible to connect the same day, often from Australasia to Europe.

Is there a place to sleep in Incheon Airport?

Seoul Incheon Airport offers designated Relax Zones, with comfortable reclining chairs, and Nap Zones, with padded benches and beds. These 24-hour spaces are free to use and situated near free shower facilities.

Do you need visa for layover in Incheon?

Most passengers do not need a visa to transit in South Korean airports without passing through immigration. No visa is required to transit through South Korea when departing: Within 24 hours for Incheon International Airport in Seoul. On the same calendar day for all other airports.



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