Four checks before entering Korea
Follow the sequence below and use the official links for the latest requirements.
Check your passport expiry date
Please check your expiry date on your passport. It is necessary to have an eligible passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the intended arrival date.
Related Links for Visa
NOTE
Please make sure to check the ‘Korea Visa Portal’ to determine whether a notarized invitation letter is required.
Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA)
(From Visa-Free Countries)
K-ETA is a mandatory authorization that visa-free foreign visitors need to obtain prior to arrival to Republic of Korea.
From July 10, 2025, K-ETA application is open to nationals from 112 countries.
You can apply for K-ETA via the website (www.k-eta.go.kr) or mobile app (K-ETA). Please apply for K-ETA at least 72 hours before departure.
Quarantine Information Pre-entry System (Q-code)
Q-code is the pre-entry system for quarantine information to provide the conveniences overseas entrants require upon entry to the Republic of Korea. It allows input starting 7 days prior to your arrival in Korea. It is crucial to complete the issuance of the QR code before boarding the aircraft.
For detailed information, please visit the Q-code website (qcode.kdca.go.kr).
