Help with obtaining an electronic travel authorisation 🇰🇷

K-ETA South Korea / K-ETA 한국

ℹ️ What is Q-Code for
exemption from quarantine?

Since September 2021, countries that are part of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) have had the obligation to apply for a K-ETA online before taking a flight or boat to South Korea. Some countries are designated as "free-visa countries". Their citizens do not need a visa. However, they are also required to apply for a K-ETA online.

The South Korea Electronic Travel Authorization ( Korea Electronic Travel Authorization / K-ETA ) is an online electronic travel authorization that allows citizens of eligible countries to enter Korean soil for the following reasons: Tourism, visiting relatives, an event, a meeting or for professional reasons.

Since April 2023, 22 nationalities(including the French and Belgians) have been exempt from K-ETA until 2025. However, obtaining this document in advance will save you time when you arrive.

What are the advantages of K-ETA for South Korea?

The K-ETA is issued in
72 hours for urgent departures

K-ETA valid 3 years
Stays of 30 to 90 days in South Korea
Approach 100% online
Document official authorities

Documents required for the K-ETA: passport and photos compulsory?

The K-ETA is not a visa

It does not allow you to find work, settle in South Korea to live or any other activity that Korean immigration would find abusive. It does allow you to travel to South Korea to benefit from visa exemption, if your situation allows.

Authorised stays

Tourism

Business

Events

K-ETA tariff

7 € / person

excluding processing costs

Eligible nationalities

Use the list of nationalities or the module below to determine whether your company is eligible for K-ETA for South Korea. The list of nationalities may be extended to 112 depending on the Covid situation in the country concerned.. If in doubt, don't hesitate to use the site's chat facility.

90-day stay

🇩🇪 Germany*
🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda
🇦🇺 Australia*
🇦🇹 Austria*
🇧🇸 Bahamas
🇧🇧 Barbados
🇧🇪 Belgium*
🇧🇼 Botswana
🇧🇷 Brazil
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
🇨🇱 Chile
🇨🇴 Colombia
🇨🇷 Costa Rica
🇭🇷 Croatia
🇩🇰 Denmark*
🇩🇲 Dominique
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates*
🇪🇨 Ecuador
🇪🇸 Spain*
🇪🇪 Estonia
🇺🇸 United States*
🇫🇮 Finland*
🇫🇷 France*
🇬🇷 Greece
🇬🇹 Guatemala
🇭🇹 ~~Haiti~~ (Haitians are currently having problems obtaining a K-ETA)
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
🇭🇺 Hungary
🇮🇪 Ireland
🇮🇸 Iceland
🇮🇱 Israel
🇮🇹 Italy*
🇯🇲 Jamaica
🇯🇵 Japan*
🇰🇼 Kuwait
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein
🇱🇹 Lithuania
🇱🇺 Luxembourg
🇲🇴 Macau*
🇲🇾 Malaysia
🇲🇹 Malta
🇲🇦 ~~Morocco~~ (Moroccans are currently having problems obtaining a K-ETA)
🇲🇽 Mexico
🇳🇮 Nicaragua
🇳🇴 Norway*
🇳🇿 New Zealand*
🇵🇦 Panama
🇳🇱 Netherlands*
🇵🇪 Peru
🇵🇱 Poland*
🇵🇹 Portugal
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
🇨🇿 Czech Republic*
🇷🇴 Romania*
🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis
🇻🇨 Saint-Vincent
🇱🇨 Sainte-Lucie
🇸🇻 Salvador
🇷🇸 Serbia
🇸🇬 Singapore*
🇸🇰 Slovakia
🇸🇮 Slovenia
🇸🇪 Sweden*
🇨🇭 Switzerland
🇸🇷 Suriname
🇹🇼 Taiwan*
🇹🇭 ~~Thailand~~ (the Thais are currently having problems obtaining a K-ETA)
🇹🇹 Trinidad Tobago
🇹🇷 Turkey
🇹🇻 Tuvalu
🇺🇾 Uruguay
🇻🇪 Venezuela

60-day stay

🇷🇺 Russia

30-day stay

🇿🇦 South Africa
🇦🇱 Albania
🇦🇩 Andorra
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia*
🇦🇷 Argentina
🇧🇭 Bahrain
🇧🇦 Bosnia-Herzegovina
🇧🇳 Brunei
🇨🇾 Cyprus
🇫🇯 Fiji
🇬🇾 French Guiana
🇭🇳 Honduras
🇲🇺 Mauritius
🇲🇭 Marshall Islands
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
🇱🇸 Lesotho
🇲🇨 Monaco
🇲🇪 Montenegro
🇳🇷 Nauru
🇳🇨 New Caledonia
🇴🇲 Oman
🇵🇼 Palau
🇵🇾 Paraguay
🇶🇦 Qatar*
🇬🇧 United Kingdom*
🇸🇲 San Marino
🇸🇨 Seychelles
🇸🇿 Swaziland
🇹🇳 Tunisia
🇻🇦 Vatican

6-month stay

🇨🇦 Canada*

* Nationals of the following countries are exempt from the K-ETA until 31 December 2024 under the ". Visit Korea Year (2023-2024)" : 🇩🇪 Germany, Saudi Arabia, 🇦🇺 Australia, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇨🇦 Canada, 🇩🇰 Denmark, United Arab Emirates, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇲🇴 Macau, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇳🇿 New Zealand, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇵🇱 Poland, Qatar, Czech Republic, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇹🇼 Taiwan

When should I reapply for a K-ETA?

I have lost or changed my passport, and even if a K-ETA is still valid on the previous passport

I am travelling on a passport other than the one on which I obtained my K-ETA

I change my name, my sex, my nationality, I have an infectious disease or a criminal record.

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Normal case processing
Authorities issue documents without significant delay

Korean K-ETA in a nutshell

Format	Electronics only
Number of entries	Unlimited
How long does it take?	72 hours
Maximum length of stay	30 to 90 days depending on nationality
Validity	3 years
Consular fees	7 €

For travel to South Korea, around 112 nationalities are exempt from visa requirements under normal circumstances (excluding Covid). However, citizens wishing to travel to South Korea are required to apply for an electronic travel authorisation, known as K-ETA.

The K-ETA is valid three years for tourist, business or event stays of between 30 and 90 days. There is no limit on the number of stays during the validity of the K-ETA. This can be requested here for an amount of7 € consular fee per traveller, excluding service. We advise you to apply for K-ETA at least 3 days before you leave for South Korea.

When should you travel to South Korea?

The ideal times to visit Korea are autumn and spring. Winter is quite cold, so not recommended. Summer should be avoided, as this is the monsoon period, when it rains very often.

Places to visit in South Korea

The Land of the Morning Calm has a lot to offer. It will delight alllovers of architecture, new technologies, pop culture, art or nature! Obviously, a must-visit in South Korea is its capital: Seoul. The third most populous megalopolis, you'll find a commercial district that's very well known thanks to the song that became famous: Gangnam. If you're looking for a traditional district, Bukchon will offer you all the special features of South Korea.

If you prefer to escape the hustle and bustle of Seoul's busy districts, Jeju Island will delight nature lovers. This island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, came into being following the eruption of Mount Hallasan, Korea's highest peak. What's more, Jeu's subtropical climate is pleasant all year round! For history buffs, visiting the city of Gyeongju will allow you to immerse yourself in Korean culture. Are you a sportsman at heart? A hike in Seoraksan Park, considered to be the most beautiful in the country, is a must.