Korea Travel Requirements FAQ| KORETA

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ETA application conditions I am a transfer passenger, but I need to enter the Republic of Korea to recheck my luggage. In this case, am I eligible for K-ETA exemption?

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No. If you need to go through check-in process after entering the country to recheck the luggage, you NEED to get K-ETA.

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ETA application conditions Who is eligible to apply for K-ETA?

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They are citizens of countries (66 countries) that have signed visa exemption agreements with the Republic of Korea and countries and regions (46 countries) that are allowed to enter without certificates. Foreigners who want to enter the Republic of Korea for the purpose of sightseeing, visiting relatives, participating in various events or meetings, and commercial purposes (excluding those for profit purposes) are eligible. ※ Please check the table below for countries eligible for K-ETA application.

Countries that sign visa exemption agreements and countries that allow entry without certificates

1. Countries with visa exemption agreements (66 countries in total)

Asia (7 countries): Malaysia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Israel, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Turkey

Americas (25 countries): Guatemala, Grenada, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Barbados, Bahamas, Venezuela, Brazil, St. Lucia, St. Vincent Grenadine, St. Kitznevis, Suriname, Haiti, Antigua-Barbuda, El Salvador, Uruguay, Jamaica, Chile, Costa Rica, Colombia, Trinidad-Tobago, Panama, Peru

Europe (30 countries): Greece, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Latvia, Russia, Romania, Luxembourg, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Malta, Belgium, Bulgaria, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Slovakia, Iceland, Ireland, Estonia, United Kingdom, Austria, Italy, Czech Republic, Portugal, Poland, Finland, Hungary

Oceania (one country): New Zealand

Africa (three countries): Lesotho, Morocco, and Tunisia

2. Countries that allow entry without certificates (46 countries in total)

Asia (10 countries): Bahrain, Brunei, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Macau, Japan, Kuwait, Hong Kong, Taiwan

Americas (7 countries): United States, Canada, Guyana, Argentina, Honduras, Paraguay, Ecuador

Europe (11 countries): Monaco, Montenegro, Vatican, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus, San Marino, Andorra, Albania, Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia

Oceania (13 countries): Guam, Nauru, New Caledonia, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Kiribati, Palau, Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu, Australia

Africa (5 countries): South Africa, Mauritius, Seychelles, Swaziland, Botswana

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ETA application conditions Is K-ETA mandatory when I want to visit Korea?

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Mandatory, nationals of K-ETA countries who have not been issued a K-ETA are not allowed to board aircraft and ships bound for South Korea.

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ETA application conditions When is the expiration date for K-ETA?

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The validity period of K-ETA is two years from the date of approval. However, if there are no two years left before the validity of the passport when applying for K-ETA, K-ETA will be valid until the validity of the passport.

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ETA application conditions I have a K-ETA country or Korea visa. In this case, do I have to get a K-ETA?

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No, those who have a Korean visa do not need to receive an additional K-ETA.

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ETA application conditions I have a K-ETA country or Korea alien registration card. In this case, do I have to get a K-ETA?

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No, those who have a Korean alien registration card do not need to get a K-ETA.

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ETA application conditions Do I need to get a K-ETA to travel to Jeju Island?

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No, those who want to visit Jeju Island by direct flight do not need to get a K-ETA. However, if you want to visit other areas other than Jeju Island after visiting Jeju Island, you must obtain a K-ETA before entering the country.

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ETA application conditions Do transit passengers need to get a K-ETA?

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No, transit passengers who do not enter Korea are not eligible for K-ETA application.

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ETA application conditions We have to enter the country to find transit passengers or baggage. Is K-ETA application exempted in this case?

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No. If you have to go through ticketing again after entering the country to pick up your luggage, you are eligible for K-ETA application.

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ETA application conditions I have a valid ABTC card, do I need to get a K-ETA issued?

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No, currently valid ABTC card holders can issue tickets without receiving a K-ETA.

FAQ

Q ETA application conditions I am a transfer passenger, but I need to enter the Republic of Korea to recheck my luggage. In this case, am I eligible for K-ETA exemption?

Q ETA application conditions Who is eligible to apply for K-ETA?

Q ETA application conditions Is K-ETA mandatory when I want to visit Korea?

Q ETA application conditions When is the expiration date for K-ETA?

Q ETA application conditions I have a K-ETA country or Korea visa. In this case, do I have to get a K-ETA?

Q ETA application conditions I have a K-ETA country or Korea alien registration card. In this case, do I have to get a K-ETA?

Q ETA application conditions Do I need to get a K-ETA to travel to Jeju Island?

Q ETA application conditions Do transit passengers need to get a K-ETA?

Q ETA application conditions We have to enter the country to find transit passengers or baggage. Is K-ETA application exempted in this case?

Q ETA application conditions I have a valid ABTC card, do I need to get a K-ETA issued?