This site explains K-ETA in plain English for travellers deciding what they need before flying to South Korea.
What this site is not
It is not affiliated with the Korean government and it does not process applications. Every application is made on the official site at k-eta.go.kr, where the fee is KRW 10,000.
How the information is kept current
Figures are held in one place and referenced by every page, so a change is made once rather than page by page. This page set was last checked on 17 August 2026.
Where a detail is disputed between sources — the number of exempt countries is the clearest example — we say so and point to the official page instead of picking a number.
More about K-ETA
What is K-ETA
K-ETA is an electronic travel authorisation for visa-free travellers to South Korea. What it is, who it applies to, and why many nationalities do not need it right now.
Do I need K-ETA?
Many nationalities are temporarily exempt from K-ETA. How to check your own passport, and what applies if you are not exempt.
How to apply
Applying for K-ETA on the official site: what you need in front of you, where people get stuck, and what happens after you submit.
Cost
What K-ETA actually costs on the official site, why third-party sites charge more, and when the cost is zero.
What you need
What you must have ready to complete a K-ETA application, and the photo and name rules that cause most rejections.
Processing time
Official guidance on K-ETA processing, what makes it slower, and why no paid service can speed it up.