South Korea arrival card: e-Arrival Card (electronic arrival card)

Common questions

Do I need an arrival card for South Korea?

It's optional. South Korea offers the e-Arrival Card (electronic arrival card) online, and filling it in before you fly can make arrival faster. Free online alternative to the paper arrival card. Korea's Consulate General in Sydney (June 2025) said paper and electronic cards are both accepted until December 2025; no later official notice on the paper card could be opened, so check before you fly. Holders of a valid K-ETA, registered residents and some group tourists are exempt.

When should I fill in the e-Arrival Card (electronic arrival card)?

You can submit up to 3 days before arrival in Korea (KST). If you do not arrive within 72 hours, the card expires and a new one must be submitted.

How much does the e-Arrival Card (electronic arrival card) cost?

It's free on the official government site, e-arrivalcard.go.kr. Websites that charge a fee for it are not the official one.

Is the e-Arrival Card (electronic arrival card) the same as an arrival card or entry form?

Yes. Countries use different names for the same thing: arrival card, arrival form, entry form, immigration card, landing card, ED (embarkation and disembarkation) card. For South Korea, the official name is the e-Arrival Card (electronic arrival card).

Do I still need a visa for South Korea?

An arrival form is not a visa. Whether you need a visa or an electronic travel authorization depends on your nationality, so check South Korea's official immigration website or your own government's travel advice.

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