South Korea: 5 new nationalities exempt from K-ETA

The electronic travel authorization for South Korea, also known as the K-ETAis required for travelers of different nationalities wishing to visit this Asian country. However, there are a number of according to an update provided by Korean Air quoting Timaticexemption from this procedure is no longer limited to 22 nationalities, as initially planned last April, but now includes a total of 27 countries..

The decision to grant temporary exemption to citizens of these 5 new nationalities is mainly due to the significant economic potential these markets represent for South Korean tourism, and the fact that they meet certain government requirements concerning passport quality and national security.

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Currently, there are no travel restrictions or advisories for U.S. Citizens traveling to South Korea besides having a valid passport. As of right now, there are 27 countries, including the US, that are temporarily exempt from needing a K-ETA to visit South Korea. As of now, this will remain in effect until December 31, 2024, but please make sure to check for the most current information when planning your trip. #SouthKoreaTravelTips #travelinsouthkorea #southkoreatravelguide

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Some of these countries have close diplomatic ties with South Korea, which may have influenced this decision.Saudi Arabia or the Qatar for example

Nationalities exempt from K-ETA according to Korean Air

With this new list, the countries and regions eligible for K-ETA exemption until January 1, 2025 are as follows (the new ones in fat) :

1. Germany
2. Saudi Arabia
3. Australia
4. Austria
5. Belgium
6. Canada
7. Denmark
8. Spain
9. United Arab Emirates
10. United States (including Guam)
11. Finland
12. France
13. Hong Kong
14. Italy
15. Japan
16. Macau
17. Norway
18. New Zealand
19. The Netherlands
20. Poland
21. Qatar
22. Czech Republic
23. Romania
24. United Kingdom
25. Singapore
26. Suede
27. Taiwan

K-ETA: electronic travel authorization for South Korea

The K-ETA is an electronic travel authorization that allows citizens of eligible countries to travel to South Korea without having to obtain a visa. It is valid for a period maximum 90-day stay (depending on nationality) and can be applied for online. Travelers must provide personal information and passport details when applying, which are then verified by the South Korean authorities.

Once granted, this electronic authorization is linked to the holder's passport and is valid for 3 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.

The current situation for non-visa-exempt travellers

Nationals of other countries who are not among the 27 nationalities exempt from K-ETA must always apply for a visa at the nearest South Korean embassy or consulate before departure.

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