Do I need K-ETA right now?
Possibly not. A number of countries and regions are temporarily exempt until 31 December 2026. Check your passport against the official list before applying.
How much is it?
KRW 10,000, about about US$7–8, paid once. Higher prices elsewhere are agency charges.
How long does it last?
3 years, or until the passport it is linked to expires — whichever comes first.
How long can I stay?
Usually 30 to 90 days, depending on your nationality. K-ETA itself does not set this.
Is it a visa?
No. It is permission to board, not permission to enter. Immigration decides admission on arrival.
My application was refused. What now?
A refusal is not appealed through an agency. Depending on the reason, the route is usually to apply for a visa at a Korean diplomatic mission. The fee is not refunded.
Can I get it faster by paying more?
No. No express service exists, official or otherwise.
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.