Korea Electronic Travel Authorization

Frequently Asked Questions

• 1How long does it take to see the result of my application?

  Our experts will review the information you entered in advance and then submit it to the Ministry of Justice. Once submitted to the Ministry of Justice, it takes at least 30 minutes, and depending on the content of the application or nationality, the review time may be delayed by up to 3 days. Please apply in advance before entering the country.

• 2What is the application cost?

  The application cost consists of the KETA application fee, payment fee, and service usage fee. Regardless of the exchange rate, the regular application is $40 in USD and the simple application is $70. (VAT included)

• 3How do I get a refund or cancellation?

  If you submit your application to us but before applying to the Ministry of Justice, you can immediately cancel and receive a refund. However, for overseas payments, a refund fee ($5 per transaction) will be charged. Refunds are not possible once the application to the Ministry of Justice has been completed. (Operated in accordance with the standards of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Korea)

• 4Things to keep in mind when applying

  If the information you entered is false or fabricated, you may be disallowed or denied entry. If you have any concerns, please contact md0842@entwiz.com before applying.

• 5I was notified that it was not permitted

  VISAETA reviews customers' information several times to ensure that applications are submitted with accurate information. However, all authority for issuance lies with the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Korea. Notification of disapproval may occur due to high-risk countries, issues with issuance, or national administrative standards.

• 6I received K-ETA permission, but lost my passport and had it reissued. Do I need to apply for K-ETA again?

  Yes, if you are issued a new passport after the K-ETA permit is issued for reasons such as name correction, loss of passport, passport renewal, etc., you must reapply for K-ETA with the new passport information.

• 7My job changed after receiving K-ETA permission. Do I need to apply again?

  No, the occupation field must indicate the applicant's occupation at the time of applying for K-ETA. Even if your job has changed since receiving K-ETA permission, you do not need to reapply.

• 8The expected entry and departure dates for Korea entered when applying for K-ETA have changed. Do I need to reapply for K-ETA?

  Information on the expected period of stay in Korea is not required information, so you do not need to apply again.

• 9Do I need to obtain a new K-ETA each time I enter the country?

  no. There is no need to re-issue a K-ETA within 2 years (3 years after 23.07.03) from the date of receiving the K-ETA permit. If your passport has less than 2 years remaining (3 years after 23.07.03) at the time of applying for K-ETA, the K-ETA is valid for the same period of validity as your passport.

• 10Do transit passengers also need to get K-ETA?

  No, transit passengers who do not enter Korea are not eligible to apply for K-ETA. However, if you need to go through immigration and go through the ticketing process again to claim your baggage, you are eligible to apply for K-ETA.

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