General Info.
K-ETA & Visa
General Info
K-ETA & Visa
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K-ETA & Visa
K-ETA (Korean Electronic Travel Authorization)
K-ETA is and electronic travel authorization that visa-free foreign visitors need to obtain before entering Korea by submitting relevant information such as their travel information. Nationals of countries eligible for visa-free entry are required to get K-ETA approval to board the flight or ship bound for Korea. Please keep in mind that K-ETA assessment can take more than 72 hours, therefore apply your visa with sufficient time.
Application Procedure of K-ETA
1. Completion of Application form
2. E-Payment
3. Invitation Confirmation
4. Reception & Review
5. Printing & Sending the Confirmation
Detailed Information of K-ETA
Visa
Any foreign visitors wishing to enter the Republic of Korea must have a valid passport (at least 6 months) and obtain an entry visa before landing. Generally, a person who plans for a short period of time on the purpose of attending events or meeting is eligible to apply short-term general visa such as C-3 type of visas. It is highly recommended to apply at least 1 month before your visit. But ordinary passport holders from 113 countries who wish to visit Korea temporarily are permitted to enter without a visa according to the visa-exemption agreement or in accordance with principles of reciprocity or national interests. Please refer a visa waiver agreements between your country and Korea in your reference from Korean Visa Portal Official Website.
Related Links for Korean Visa
Invitation Letter
Upon request, ITS APF 2025 Secretariat will issue a letter of invitation to registered attendees only. Please complete registration with full payment before applying for the letter at My Page. If you have further questions, please contact with the Secretariat (registration@itsap2025.org).