🇨🇮 Korean Mission in Cote d'Ivoire

Korean Embassy in Cote d'Ivoire - Address & Contact

Q: What is the phone number of the Korean Embassy in Cote d'Ivoire?

The main phone number is (225)2248-6701. For emergencies, call (225)8827-3480 (available 24/7).

Q: How can I get consular assistance in Cote d'Ivoire?

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Cote d'Ivoire at 01BP 3950 Abidjan 01, Rue Sainte Marie Lot 18-19, Cocody Sud, Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, or call the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404. In an emergency, dial (225)8827-3480.

Q: Do Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Cote d'Ivoire?

Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Cote d'Ivoire.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Cote d'Ivoire

Also covers: The Korean mission in Cote d'Ivoire also handles consular services for 니제르, 부르키나파소.

The Embassy of Korea in Abidjan covers Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa's economic powerhouse and the world's largest cocoa producer. Abidjan — the commercial capital — is the financial and logistics hub of Francophone West Africa and a natural base for Korean business across the subregion.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Cote d'Ivoire (Abidjan)

Office Name	Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Cote d'Ivoire
Type	Embassy
Address	01BP 3950 Abidjan 01, Rue Sainte Marie Lot 18-19, Cocody Sud, Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
Phone	(225)2248-6701
Emergency	(225)8827-3480 (24/7)
Consular Call Center	(82)2-3210-0404
Toll-Free	080-020-0219
Coordinates	5.331987, -3.996877
Website	http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ci-ko/index.do

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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Cote d'Ivoire - Location

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Mission contact details as of 2026-11-10 · Source: each mission's official website (overseas.mofa.go.kr)

Diplomatic Relations

1961.07.23.

Exports

$216.6M

Imports

$6.6M

Diplomatic relations and trade: MOFA country information (2023 trade figures, checked 2026-11-10)

Entry Requirements

🇰🇷 Korean Citizens Visiting Cote d'Ivoire

Visa Required

Notes

Regular passport holders are not visa-exempt. Check with the embassy in Korea whether visas on arrival or e-visas are available.

🇨🇮 Cote d'Ivoire Citizens Visiting South Korea

Citizens of Cote d'Ivoire with regular passports are not visa-exempt and generally need a visa before travelling to Korea. Check visa types and how to apply on the Korea Visa Portal (visa.go.kr) or with the Korean embassy.

Korea Visa Portal K-ETA Immigration Service

Entry requirements may change without notice. Always check the latest travel advisories on the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before traveling.

Entry information checked 2026-11-10 · Sources: MOFA overseas safety travel visa-free list (as of Sep 2026) and travel alert levels; Korea's visa-free entry list (as of Feb 2024) and K-ETA temporary exemption notice (Dec 2025)

South Korea – Cote d'Ivoire Diplomatic Relations

Korea and Côte d'Ivoire established relations in July 1961, making it one of Korea's very first African diplomatic partnerships. Korea has provided $92.7 million in ODA through 2021, supporting agriculture, infrastructure, and education. Korean fishing companies, electronics firms, and development agencies are all active in the country.

Mission status as of 2026-11-10 · Source: MOFA country information

South Korea – Cote d'Ivoire Trade & Economy

Korea exported approximately $170 million to Côte d'Ivoire in 2023, mainly vehicles, electronics, and steel, while importing about $18 million, largely cocoa, rubber, and timber. Korean cumulative investment stands at $75.85 million.

Exports to Cote d'Ivoire

$216.6M

Imports from Cote d'Ivoire

$6.6M

Trade values are 2023 figures (MOFA country information, checked 2026-11-10). Figures in the text refer to the year stated in each sentence.

Tips for Koreans Living in Cote d'Ivoire

Around 175 Koreans reside in Côte d'Ivoire. A visa is required for Korean nationals. The embassy in Abidjan provides full consular services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Korean Embassy in Cote d'Ivoire?

A. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Cote d'Ivoire is located at 01BP 3950 Abidjan 01, Rue Sainte Marie Lot 18-19, Cocody Sud, Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire.

Q. What is the phone number for the Korean Embassy in Cote d'Ivoire?

A. The main number is (225)2248-6701. For emergencies, call (225)8827-3480. The Consular Call Center can be reached at (82)2-3210-0404.

Q. What should I do in an emergency in Cote d'Ivoire?

A. Call the emergency line at (225)8827-3480 -- it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also reach the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404 or the toll-free number 080-020-0219.