How to Apply K-ETA to Enter Korea

K-ETA is an online electronic travel authorization required for visa-free foreign visitors to enter the Republic of Korea.

Apply here: https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/apply/...

0:08 - 22 countries exempt from K-ETA
until 31st December 2024 are: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Macao, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, UK, US (including Guam)

You will need a valid passport, e-mail address, address and contact number in Korea and a credit or debit card to pay the K-ETA application fee of KRW10,000 + fees (306)
The applicant's photo portrait and passport image or device with camera to capture your photo

0:25 - Step by Step How to Apply for K-ETA

2:12 - Applicant's photo guidelines
Should be in color
Should be in image file such as JPG (RAW file format is not supported)
Image size less than 20MB
No accessories such as hats, scarves, or sunglasses
Recommend less colorful patterned clothing
Full face, front view (75% of the image), eyes should be open looking straight at the camera

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4:13 - Approval process
K-ETA approval results are sent to the e-mail address provided in the application.
You can also check your K-ETA approval status on the website.
Some got their approval within the day, others longer. The assessment can take more than
72 hours, so it is advisable to apply early.

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