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Further Notes

• HKSAR passport has right to get E-ETA free till December 31, 2025. The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.
• Chinese citizens of Hong Kong can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa. You must have an onward or return ticket. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity.
• You must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free. You can complete your K-ETA application up to 24 hours before boarding your flight and it will be valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge.

Reference Links

http://www.k-eta.go.kr

General Information about Korea, Republic of

• Name (Common): South Korea
• Name (Official): Republic of Korea
• Population: 51780579
• Area: 100210
• Capital: Seoul
• Currency: South Korean won
• Language: Korean
• Calling Code: +8
• Region: Asia
• Subregion: Eastern Asia

Travel Advisory for Korea, Republic of

Advisory Message: South Korea has a current risk level of 2.3 (out of 5). We advise: Travelling South Korea is (relatively) safe.
Score: 2.3
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/south-korea
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.