Is K-ETA still required to enter Korea?

You must have a valid U.S. passport to enter Korea. From April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) is not required for US citizens for stays of 90 days or less that are for tourism or business purposes.



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Travelers who wish to spend some time in South Korea in between flights, or need to collect luggage after immigration, should apply for a K-ETA. With an approved K-ETA, passengers with a long wait between connecting flights can make the most of their time and visit the city.

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Yes, it is mandatory to print a copy of the approved K-ETA to present to board a flight to South Korea and to border authorities on arrival, alongside your passport.

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Complete list of South Korea Visa Free Countries
  • 6 months. Canada*
  • 90 days. European Union European Union citizens (except Cyprus)# Antigua and Barbuda. Argentina. Australia* Bahamas. Barbados. Botswana. Brazil. Chile. ...
  • 60 days. Lesotho. Russia.
  • 30 days. Albania. Andorra. Bahrain. Bosnia and Herzegovina. Brunei. Cyprus. Eswatini. Fiji.


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Singapore has taken first place on the latest Henley Passport Index 2023 rankings. Singaporeans enjoy visa-free access to 192 travel destinations out of 227 worldwide. With Japan falling to third place, three European countries tie in second place: Germany, Italy and Spain with visa-free access to 190 destinations.

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The weakest passports in 2023
  • Afghanistan (27 destinations)
  • Iraq (29 destinations)
  • Syria (30 destinations).
  • Pakistan (33 destinations)
  • Yemen and Somalia (35 destinations)
  • Palestine and Nepal (38 destinations)
  • North Korea (39 destinations)
  • Bangladesh (40 destinations)


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