The Embassy of South Korea in The Hague is South Korea’s diplomatic mission to the Netherlands. Korean nationals in the Netherlands turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Verlengde Tolweg 8, 2517 JV The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 740 02 00 |
| koreanembassynl@mofa.go.kr | |
| Website | overseas.mofa.go.kr/nl-en/index.do |
| Head of Mission | Seok In Hong, Ambassador |
| National Day | 15 August |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Verlengde Tolweg 8 (2517 JV The Hague).
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
Who runs the Korean Embassy?
The ambassador is Seok In Hong, who presented credentials to the King of the Netherlands on 28 mei 2025. Because The Hague hosts the Dutch government as well as the International Court of Justice and the OPCW, diplomatic work here often covers international law and organisations too. One honorary consulate supports Korean citizens in other parts of the Netherlands.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Korean passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for South Korea
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Korean authorities ask for:
Korean passport (new or reissue, at a mission abroad)
- Apply in person at the embassy or consulate responsible for your place of residence (often by reservation)
- Application form and one passport photo
- Your most recent previous passport and a copy of its photo page
- Proof of residence status in the Netherlands (visa or residence permit)
- Men aged 25 or over who have not completed military service may need permission from the Military Manpower Administration for travel abroad
Sources: Embassy of the Republic of Korea – applying for (or reissue of) a Korean passport (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the website first.
Travelling from the Netherlands to South Korea
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in South Korea (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice (in Dutch).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Dutch holidays such as King’s Day (27 April), Ascension Day and Whit Monday as well as on the Korean national day, 15 August. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +31 70 740 02 00. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of South Korea in the Netherlands
South Korea in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of South Korea (this page)
- Groningen – Honorary Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of South Korea in The Hague
What is the address of the Korean Embassy in the Netherlands?
At Verlengde Tolweg 8, 2517 JV The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of South Korea to the Netherlands?
Seok In Hong, who presented credentials on 28 mei 2025, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
When is the Korean national day?
The national day of South Korea is 15 August; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do I need a visa for South Korea with a Dutch passport?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for South Korea (Nederland Wereldwijd), overseas.mofa.go.kr/nl-en/index.do. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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