Skip the airport lines! While you can handle everything on arrival, preparing your entry documents online ahead of time ensures a lightning-fast entry into digital-first South Korea.
- K-ETA: In principle, citizens of 112 countries that allow visa-free entry to South Korea (67 visa-waiver countries and 45 visa-free entry allowed countries) are eligible.
- Apply online at least 72 hours before boarding if you are from a visa-exempt country.
- You can check the real-time list of countries and allowed duration of stay on the official K-ETA Website – Eligible Countries Guide.
- You can apply K-ETA here.
- Q-CODE: Only mandatory if coming from a high-risk quarantine zone. Check if you are required Q-CODE here. Input your health information online before departure. input Q-CODE here.
- Customs Declaration: If your belongings are within the standard duty-free limits (e.g., total items under $800 USD value, maximum 2 bottles of alcohol, less than $10,000 USD cash), you do not need to submit any form. You can just walk straight through the green “Nothing to Declare” exit lane. If you exceed duty-free limits, fill out and submit your declaration form or via the “Korea Customs Service” app or web portal.