Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Vancouver

● Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) is a system through which a visa-free entry permit can be obtained by providing in advance personal and travel-related information on the website (similar to Canada’s ETA and US’ ESTA)

● Foreigners (i.e. Canadians) can access the K-ETA website and apply 72 hours prior to boarding the flight.

● Please refer to https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/apply/index.do for detailed instructions. The Korean consulate is not in charge of K-ETA. 

●The system analyzes biometric information, restricted travellers, and passenger risk, and generally gives automatic permission within 24hours. 



1. Valid passport

2. Valid email address

3. Photo of face (submit a file for desktop application or a mobile photo for mobile application)

4. Credit card for fee payment (10,000 won which is approx $10)

● Canadians can stay in Korean for up to 6 months for tourism or other reasons that is not for profit when you receive K-ETA

● Visa application and issuance is still required when entering Korea for other reasons such as for working or long-term stay.

● For additional inquiries, please consult the FAQ on the K-ETA website as the Consulate does not process K-ETA applications.

● Starting from July 3, 2023, K-ETA requirement will be exempted for ages 17 years old and under, and 65 years old and above. 

      ※ Those who will become 18 years old on the day of entry are required to obtain K-ETA approval 

          before their entry.

● Travelers who wish to receive benefits from K-ETA application, such as not having to submit an arrival card upon entry, may apply for K-ETA. In this case, the application fee will be charged. 

      ※ K-ETA approval received before July 3, 2023, will remain valid until its expiration date.

● The validity period of K-ETA will be expanded to 3 years for applicants who apply after 00 hours, July 3, 2023 (Korean Standard time).

      ※ Expansion of K-ETA validity from 2 years → 3 years (as of July 3, 2023).