Please visit the Korea visa portal website for detailed information about VISA requirements for traveling to Korea. https://www.visa.go.kr/main/openMain.do
You can also use the Visa Navigator in Korea Visa Portal to find a proper visa to enter the Republic of Korea.
Following is your available visa to apply. You can see the availability Visa Waiver Program in Visa Navigator.
| Visa Code | Description | Note |
|---|---|---|
| B-1 | Visa Exempted (Visa Waiver Program) |
For specific nationals based on national agreement |
| B-2-1 | Tourist/Transit (General) (Visa Waiver Program) |
For specific nationals based on national agreement |
| C-3-1 | Short Term (General) | Need invitation letter (for conference participants without B-1, B-2-1) |
| C-3-9 | Ordinary Tourist | Need financial guarantee (like bank balance) (for accompanying persons without B-1, B-2-1) |
All visa waivers must complete K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) application on the following website at least 72 hours prior to boarding your flight. The K-ETA fee is KRW 10,000 (approx. USD 9-10).
The K-ETA is valid in 2 years after approval.