K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)
An online travel authorization South Korea requires before boarding, in place of a visa for eligible nationalities.
Who needs this: Travellers from K-ETA-eligible, visa-waiver countries who want to enter South Korea without a visa.
| Topic | Value | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official application | https://www.k-eta.go.kr/ | Source | Checked 2 Sep 2026 |
| Official fee | ₩10,000 (non-refundable even if the application is denied) | Source | Checked 2 Sep 2026 |
| Processing time | Typically 72 hours or less; can take longer if applications spike | Source | Checked 2 Sep 2026 |
| How far ahead to apply | Before boarding your flight or ship; no minimum number of days is stated, but processing can take up to 72 hours | Source | Checked 2 Sep 2026 |
What you need in hand
- A valid passport
- Your flight or travel itinerary
- Your accommodation address
- An email address you can access
- A payment card, if a fee applies
Some websites charge a fee to fill this in for you. The link above goes straight to the official government site - use it directly and you pay only the official fee, if there is one.
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