New Electronic Travel Authorization To Allow Visa-Free Entry

Overview

Last month, the Ministry of Justice of South Korea issued a notice that describes the implementation of a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system that will permit foreign nationals to enter South Korea without a visa. Instead, travelers will be required to provide personal and travel-related information through the new ETA website in advance. The ETA system will undergo a pilot launch test and supplementation period beginning May 3, 2021, through August 2021. The system will be fully implemented in September 2021.

Key Points

• South Korea is launching a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system that will allow eligible foreign nationals to enter the country visa-free.