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

3:38 - Apply K-ETA for others

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.

4:30 - FAQ