Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in San Francisco

The Ministry of Justice decided to extend the temporary exemption period for 1 more year to stimulate the tourism industry in celebration of 'Visit Korea Year (2023~2024)', the exemption will be effective until December 31, 2025 (KST).

*Extended K-ETA temporary exemption period : from January 1, 2025 (Wed) to December 31, 2025 (Wed) (KST)

The countries/rigions that are currently exempt from K-ETA are subject to this exemption. Those who are subject to the exemption will get a pop-up message when they are select their nationality during the application. 

Still, those who wish to receive benefit from K-ETA approval, such as not having to submit an arrival card, may apply for K-ETA ; in that case, the application fee will be charged.

※︎Those who have obtained K-ETA can use it until its expiration date and the application fee paid is non-refundable.

※︎The official website : https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/apply/index.do?locale=EN