Passport Renewal for South Korea citizens in the United States — 2026

Renewing your South Korea passport while living in the United States is a routine procedure handled at any South Korea consulate covering your state of residence. The 14 South Korea offices in the U.S. can process passport renewals without you having to travel back home.

South Korea consulates where you can renew your passport

The following South Korea consulates and embassy in the United States process passport renewals:

Who can renew the South Korea passport in the U.S.?

Any South Korea citizen residing in the United States with a current or expired South Korea passport can renew it at the consulate covering their state. Minors typically require both parents to be present or provide notarized consent.

Required documents

• Current or expired passport (or police report if lost/stolen)
• Application form downloaded from the official consulate website
• 2 passport-size photos following South Korea specifications
• Proof of U.S. residence (utility bill, driver's license)
• Payment in U.S. dollars (money order or credit card typically)

How to make an appointment

South Korea uses the Embassy reservation system system to book consular appointments.

Appointments typically book out 2 to 8 weeks in advance. Book as soon as you know you need to renew.

Costs and processing times

Passport fees vary by country and validity period. Check the official consulate website for current rates.

Processing time: typically 4 to 10 weeks from the appointment date.