South Korea Entry Requirements
At this current time, the following documents are required for entry to South Korea:
- A valid passport with a minimum of 6 months' validity
At this current time, the following documents are recommended for entry to South Korea:
- Registration on Q-CODE (see below)
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance with adequate COVID cover
Q-CODE
All passengers, fully vaccinated and not fully vaccinated, are recommended to register and upload their travel details through Q-CODE for a faster quarantine inspection upon arrival into South Korea. You can register your travel details within 3 days before your entry to South Korea. To complete Q-CODE registration you will require a valid passport, valid email address, airline ticket and sign a health declaration to complete the application.
For more information, please visit: https://cov19ent.kdca.go.kr/cpassportal/biz/beffatstmnt/main.do?lang=en
If you choose not complete this prior to travel, you will be required to submit a Health Questionnaire and Travel Record Declaration (Special Quarantine Report) distributed by the airline on board the plane.
Travel Insurance
It is strongly recommend you purchase fully comprehensive travel insurance for the duration of your holiday including Covid-19 cover. Medical expenses in South Korea can be costly. If you haven't done so already, please email info@wendywutours.com.au your insurance provider and policy number for our records.
Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) - not required
The South Korean Government has announced that the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) will be an optional travel document until December 31, 2024, and travelers with an K-ETA do not need to submit an arrival card at entry. Starting January 1, 2025, travelers aged 18 to 64 must have an K-ETA to enter South Korea. Those 17 and under or 65 and older are exempt but can apply for an ETA to benefit from not having to complete an arrival card. You can apply for and purchase a South Korean K-ETA, also called a K-ETA, entirely online. After you receive your ETA by email, print it, bring it with you when you travel, and present it at immigration. Getting an ETA with sherpa° is fast, simple and secure
Further queries:
Please call 1300 727 998, email info@wendywutours.com.au or speak to your travel agent should you have any questions regarding entry to South Korea.
Note: Entry requirements change frequently and without prior notice. It is each travellers responsibility to ensure they complete the necessary forms and meet the entry requirements for South Korea.
Last updated 26 June 2024