South Korea K-ETA
Visa-exempt nationals who must hold K-ETA before boarding; 22 countries are temporarily exempt until 31 Dec 2026.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The South Korea K-ETA is an electronic travel authorisation linked to the passport; it is not a visa. It covers tourism, visiting relatives, events and conferences, and short-term non-commercial business.
Who needs it
- Visitors from visa-exempt countries must have an approved K-ETA before boarding a flight or ship to Korea.
- Citizens of 22 listed countries can enter without a K-ETA until 31 December 2026 but must submit a digital Arrival Card; India is not on that list.
- Non-visa-exempt travellers or those who plan to work or study need a visa from a South Korean embassy.
- A self-transfer or baggage re-check counts as entry and needs a K-ETA.
2Requirements
- PassportValid for at least 6 months from arrival, with one blank page.
- PhotoA recent passport photo.
- AccommodationAccommodation details.
- Email addressA valid email address.
Important to know
- Common denial causes: mismatched passport details such as typos in the passport number, blurry photos, criminal records, or previous immigration issues.
- If denied you may need a C-3 tourist visa from a South Korean embassy.
- From 1 January 2026 a digital e-Arrival Card is mandatory for travellers without a K-ETA, submitted within 72 hours before landing.
- A missing K-ETA can mean being refused boarding.
- On passports that do not separate names, the scan may put the full name in the surname field.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application on the official portal (Not named).
- Receive your resultThe K-ETA is electronic and emailed, linked to the passport.
4Timing and speed
The application takes about 3 minutes.
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal (Not named) at no service charge.
6After approval
- The K-ETA is electronic and emailed, linked to the passport.
- Use the same passport for the K-ETA, boarding pass and border.
- It cannot be extended; reapply after expiry.
- A new application is needed after a passport reissue or name change, or if criminal-record or infectious-disease answers change; update travel information before each trip.
?Questions about South Korea K-ETA
What is the 2026 temporary exemption?
Citizens of 22 listed countries can enter without a K-ETA until 31 December 2026 but must submit the digital Arrival Card.
How do I receive it?
Electronically, tied to your passport number; officials see it when they scan the passport.
Why apply if I am exempt?
A K-ETA lets you skip the Arrival Card at immigration.
How long can I stay?
Depends on nationality: 90 days for US and EU citizens, up to 6 months for Canada, and 30 days for some.
Does it cover business trips?
Short-term business such as meetings, contracts or conferences is covered; long-term employment is not.
Can I extend?
Generally no; leave and re-enter under multiple entry, or reapply after expiry.
What if it is denied?
You may need a C-3 tourist visa from an embassy.
Need a visa?
Not if visa-exempt; K-ETA instead.
Still need e-Arrival Card?
No, K-ETA holders are exempt.
Stay length?
Depends on nationality, 90 days for most US/EU.
How long does the South Korea K-ETA take?
Processing: as fast as 2 days. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using South Korea K-ETA help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal (Not named) at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
