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Visa and Entry Requirements for International Attendees

All international attendees of AOTA 2027 in Seoul must hold a valid passport and, if required, obtain an entry visa before arriving in South Korea. While some countries are eligible for visa-free entry, we strongly recommend that all participants check the visa requirements for their nationality in advance.

For more information, please visit the Korea Visa Portal via the button below or contact your local Korean Embassy.

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K-ETA

K-ETA is an electronic travel authorization that visa-free foreign visitors need to obtain before entering the Republic of Korea, by submitting relevant information online such as their travel information.

Starting 1st September 2021, K-ETA is Mandatory for all foreigners entering Korea from visa waiver countries and visa-free countries. All foreigners without either a K-ETA or a valid Visa will not be permitted to board a plane to Korea.

The K-ETA approval may take 72 hours or more, depending on the number of applications received and the circumstances of the applicant. Therefore, make sure to complete the application for K-ETA 72 hours before boarding by aircraft.

Eligible Countries

If you hold a passport from one of the countries listed below, youare eligible to apply for a K-ETA to enter the Republic of Korea.
Please check the eligible countries and the permitted length of stay for each country.

ELIGIBLE COUNTRIES LIST

If you have a visa, you do not need to apply for K-ETA. K-ETA is mandatory only if you do not have a visa.

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