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South Korea ETA Information

The online ETA South Korea visa is an upcoming electronic travel authorization expected to permit eligible citizens to visit South Korea for short stays for tourism.

The government is expected to introduce the ETA for South Korea in 2021 in order to expedite the process of applying for a tourist visa and eliminate the need to submit a visa application in person.

Once the system is introduced, eligible citizens will be able to apply for a South Korea visa through the simple Korean visa online application.

It is expected that applicants will be able to complete the South Korea ETA application form in just a few minutes with basic personal, passport, and travel information. It is also expected to be necessary to provide a current email address to which a copy of the approved South Korea travel visa will be sent.

It has not yet been announced if the eVisa for South Korea will be made available for purposes other than tourism. It will be necessary to contact the nearest consulate or embassy of South Korea for information on other visa types.

South Korea ETA Requirements

In order to submit a South Korea eVisa application, it is first necessary to meet the South Korea visa requirements.

The following documents are required for a South Korea ETA online application:

  • A valid passport from an eVisa-eligible country
  • A valid debit or credit card to pay the Korea eVisa fee
  • A current email address at which to receive a copy of the approved eVisa for South Korea
  • A passport-sized photo in color.

Once approved, it is expected that applicants will be able to present a copy of the approved ETA visa to gain entry to South Korea at a border entry point.

Further online South Korea tourist visa requirements are expected to be announced closer to the expected launch date of the eVisa. These will be published on this website once made available by the government of South Korea.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

South Korea Visa FAQ

  • What is the South Korea ETA?

    The South Korea ETA is an electronic travel authorization expected to be implemented by the government of South Korea in 2021.

  • How long is my South Korean ETA valid for? When does it expire?

    It has not yet been announced how long the South Korea eVisa will be valid for. This information will be published on this site once made available by the government of South Korea.

  • Which countries need a visa for South Korea?

    The visa policy of South Korea has not yet been revised to indicate which nationalities will be eligible for the Korea eVisa. This information will be published on this site once available.

  • How do I apply for an electronic visa to South Korea?

    Eligible citizens will be able to apply for an ETA to South Korea through a simple online form, eliminating the need to apply for a visa from an embassy or consulate.

  • How much does the ETA for South Korea cost?

    The online South Korea visa fees have not yet been announced. The price of the ETA will be published on this site once available.

  • Do I require a visa for South Korea?

    All citizens not from Korea visa-free countries are required to obtain one of the South Korea visa types in order to travel to the country.

  • Is the South Korea online visa a single or multiple entry visa?

    It has not yet been announced whether the South Korea eVisa will be a single or multiple entry visa for Korea. This information will be published on this website once made available.

  • What should I do if I have made a mistake on my application for a South Korea visa?

    It is expected that applicants will be advised to carefully check that all of the information provided on the South Korea eVisa application is correct before submitting the online form. This is because even small mistakes are expected to result in a delay in receiving the eVisa, or even the rejection of the application form.

  • How long does it take to get an electronic travel authorization for South Korea?

    The standard online South Korea visa processing time has not yet been announced. This information will be published here once made available by the South Korean government.

  • How can I check the status of my South Korea visa application?

    It is expected that ETA applicants will be able to check the South Korea visa application status through updates and notifications sent to a current email address provided on the online form.

  • Where can I apply for a South Korea visa?

    From 2021, eligible citizens will be able to apply for a South Korean tourist visa for short stays through the simple eVisa application.

    To obtain a travel authorization for longer periods or other purposes, such as a South Korea work visa or business visa, it is expected that applicants will need to contact the nearest diplomatic office of South Korea for further information.

  • Can I extend my eVisa in South Korea?

    It has not yet been announced whether it will be possible to extend an ETA in South Korea. This information will be published on this site once made available by the government of South Korea.

  • Do I need to print a copy of the South Korean tourist eVisa?

    It has not yet been announced whether it will be necessary to print a copy of the South Korean tourist eVisa to gain entry to the country. However, it is most likely that it will be a requisite to present the approved ETA visa and passport to the South Korean border authorities.

    This information will be updated once more details about the eVisa are released.

  • Do I need a travel authorization if I am in transit in South Korea?

    In general, it is not necessary to obtain a South Korea transit visa to pass through the country to an onward destination for less than 24 hours, if the traveler remains within the airport transit area.

    However, citizens of the following countries do require a transit visa for South Korea no matter the transit time:

    • Egypt
    • Sudan
    • Syria
    • Yemen

  • Why was my ETA for South Korea application denied?

    It is expected that even small errors in the information provided on the South Korea online visa form could result in the denial of the eVisa or a delay in processing the application. Applicants are advised to carefully ensure all the data entered on the form is correct and matches the details of their passport before submitting the form, to ensure approval of the eVisa.

  • Is the South Korea eVisa easy to get?

    Yes. It is expected that applicants will be able to complete the simple online form for the South Korea eVisa in just a few minutes, to receive an approved electronic travel authorization sent via email.

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