South Korea K-ETA
كوريا الجنوبية · Seoul · Asia
K-ETA
Level 1
South Korea offers an K-ETA system that allows citizens of 36 countries to apply online. The fee is $8 USD with processing completed within 3-3 days. The visa is valid for 730 days with a maximum stay of 90 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
$8
Fee (USD)
3 business days
Processing
730d
Validity
90d
Max stay
Requirements
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay)
Passport-size photo (white background)
Return or onward travel ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Sufficient funds for stay
Completed online application form
Credit/debit card for payment
Key details
| Entry type | Multiple |
| Multiple entry | K-ETA is already multiple entry 2yr |
| Passport validity | 6 months |
| Blank pages | 2 required |
| Biometric | Required |
| Print eVisa | Not required |
| Israeli stamp | Accepted |
| Insurance | Not required |
| Yellow fever | Not required |
Photo specifications
Size: 35x45 · 600x750 min
Background: white
Format: JPEG · max 1024KB
Face: 70-80%
Taken within: 6 months
Best time to visit
Best OK
Fall foliage — stunning. Spring cherry blossom (Mar-Apr) equally iconic. Avoid Jul-Aug (monsoon, humidity). Dec-Feb: cold but ski season.
Country information
🏛
Seoul
Capital
💱
KRW
Currency
📞
+82
Calling
🕐
+09:00
Timezone
👥
0.0M
Population
🗣
Korean
Language
Payment methods
visamastercardamex
Neighboring countries
North Korea
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (k-eta.go.kr) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a South Korea K-ETA cost? +
The South Korea K-ETA costs $8 USD. Multiple entry is $8.
How long does South Korea K-ETA processing take? +
Processing takes 3 business days.
What documents do I need for a South Korea K-ETA? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter). Sufficient funds for stay. Completed online application form. Credit/debit card for payment.
How long is the South Korea K-ETA valid? +
The visa is valid for 730 days from issue date. Maximum stay is 90 days.
Can I get multiple entries for South Korea? +
K-ETA is already multiple entry 2yr
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Practical notes
- Payment
- Visa, MC, Amex on k-eta.go.kr. K-ETA fee KRW 10,000 (~$7.50 USD).
- Transit — Not required
- No transit visa required for airside transit at Incheon or Gimhae airports. Korea has a 72/120-hour transit visa-free program for some nationalities. Source: Korea Immigration Service.
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: k-eta.go.kr ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.