How can I get consular assistance in Gabon?

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Gabon at B.P.2620, Libreville, Gabon, or call the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404. In an emergency, dial (241)6607-0640.

🇬🇦 Korean Mission in Gabon

Korean Embassy in Gabon - Address & Contact

Q: What is the phone number of the Korean Embassy in Gabon?

The main phone number is (241)6530-1900. For emergencies, call (241)6607-0640 (available 24/7).

Q: When did South Korea and Gabon establish diplomatic relations?

South Korea and Gabon established diplomatic relations on 1962.10.01. .

Q: Do Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Gabon?

Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Gabon.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Gabon

Also covers: The Korean mission in Gabon also handles consular services for 상투메프린시페.

The Embassy of Korea in Gabon, opened in Libreville in 1973, covers Central Africa and has concurrent jurisdiction over Comoros, São Tomé and Príncipe, and the Central African Republic. Gabon is a resource-rich nation with significant reserves of oil and manganese.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Gabon (Libreville)

Office Name	Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Gabon
Type	Embassy
Address	B.P.2620, Libreville, Gabon
Phone	(241)6530-1900
Emergency	(241)6607-0640 (24/7)
Consular Call Center	(82)2-3210-0404
Toll-Free	080-020-0219
Coordinates	0.477587266, 9.393928461
Website	http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ga-ko/index.do

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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Gabon - 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

1962.10.01.

Exports

$21.0M

Imports

$24.0M

Diplomatic relations and trade: MOFA country information (2024 trade figures, checked 2026-11-10)

Entry Requirements

🇰🇷 Korean Citizens Visiting Gabon

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.

🇬🇦 Gabon Citizens Visiting South Korea

Citizens of Gabon 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 – Gabon Diplomatic Relations

Korea and Gabon established diplomatic relations in October 1962, making Gabon one of Korea's earliest African partners. Relations are centered on natural resource trade, with Gabonese manganese, crude oil, and timber forming the backbone of bilateral commerce. Diplomatic ties have remained stable despite the 2023 military coup.

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

South Korea – Gabon Trade & Economy

Trade flows heavily in Gabon's favor. Korea imports about $602 million worth of goods from Gabon — mainly manganese, crude oil, and timber — while exporting only around $8 million, primarily machinery and auto parts.

Exports to Gabon

$21.0M

Imports from Gabon

$24.0M

Trade values are 2024 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 Gabon

Roughly 61 Koreans reside in Gabon. A visa is required for Korean nationals entering Gabon. The embassy in Libreville handles all consular matters. In emergencies, contact the embassy at +241-7750-7822.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Korean Embassy in Gabon?

A. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Gabon is located at B.P.2620, Libreville, Gabon.

Q. What is the phone number for the Korean Embassy in Gabon?

A. The main number is (241)6530-1900. For emergencies, call (241)6607-0640. The Consular Call Center can be reached at (82)2-3210-0404.

Q. What should I do in an emergency in Gabon?

A. Call the emergency line at (241)6607-0640 -- 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.