Tourist Visa / K-ETA / Visa-Free Entry

What it is

Short-stay entry for tourism, visiting friends, or transit. Citizens of 112 countries are visa-exempt for up to 90 days. K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) required for some visa-exempt nationals. B-2 visa for non-exempt nationalities. Official sub-categories: B-1 비자면제 (visa exemption); B-2-1 일반무비자 (general visa-free); B-2-2 제주무비자 (Jeju visa-free).

Key facts

Category: Tourism
Duration: 30 to 90 days depending on nationality (most: 90 days)
Processing time: K-ETA: 24 to 72 hours; B-2 visa: 3 to 7 business days
Maximum validity: 3 months
Path to permanent residence: No
Dependants: No
Work allowance: 0 hours per week

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.

Fees

Application fee (single entry, stay up to 90 days): USD 40
Application fee (if issued as a 2-entry visa): USD 70
Application fee (if issued as a multiple-entry visa): USD 90
Application fee (per person, designated-agency Chinese group tourists): USD 15

Key requirements

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Return or onward ticket
Proof of sufficient funds
K-ETA approval for applicable nationalities (apply at k-eta.go.kr)
For B-2 applicants: hotel booking, itinerary, bank statement

Working on this visa

Only the activities of this status of residence are permitted; employment or any other activity requires prior permission for out-of-status activity (Immigration Act Art. 20).

Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 18 July 2026.