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Visa & K-ETA

Visa

Visa Exempted (B-1)

  • A person with a diplomatic or official passport of Japan can visit Korea for up to 90 days without a visa under the Visa Exemption Agreement between the two countries.

  • A diplomatic or official passport holder assigned to a posting in Korea will be allowed to stay until the end of his/her assignment.

  • Those who intend to engage in any type of lucrative activities or employment should obtain an appropriate visa.

Tourist/Transit/General (B-2-1)

  • A citizen of Japan can visit Korea without a visa for up to 90 days, for tour, visiting, commercial purposes, attending a meeting or short-term journalism.

  • Those who intend to engage in any type of lucrative activities or employment should obtain an appropriate visa.

K-ETA Application

  • K-ETA eligible nationals, who wish to enter visa-free the Republic of Korea, must obtain K-ETA approval before boarding the flight or ship.

  • Please keep in mind that the assessment can take more than 72 hours depending of the situation.

  • Therefore, please apply for K-ETA with sufficient time.

  • For more information and guidelines, please visit K-ETA Application Guide page.

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