During the following period, eligible nationals entering South Korea are temporarily exempted from applying for Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA).
However, this is limited to those entering South Korea for a short-term stay of 90 days or less, such as for sightseeing, visiting acquaintances, business, etc. A visa is required for study abroad, working holiday, etc.

＜Period＞
Saturday, 1 April 2023 – Tuesday, 31 December 2025

＜List of 27 countries/regions eligible for temporary exemption of K-ETA＞
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Macau, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, UK, USA (including Guam), UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Czech Republic, Romania

＜Others＞
※K-ETA already issued can be used until its expiration date.
※If you wish to enter Japan under a temporary exemption without applying for a K-ETA, or if you wish to enter Japan with a valid visa, you must submit an Entry Declaration Form. The declaration form will be distributed at the Port of Hakata and onboard the ship.
※New K-ETA application is possible even during the exemption period.(Application fee is required)

・Nationals requiring an Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) must apply at least 72 hours prior to departure.
Visa or K-ETA will be confirmed at check-in at Hakata Port.
In the case of K-ETA, please prepare the approval screen of the application result (a screen shot or a printout is fine, but the screen showing all passport information), and in the case of an electronic visa (a type that does not have a sticker attached to the passport), please prepare a printed “VISA GRANT NOTICE”.
※When you enter Korea, Busan Port does not support “Q-CODE”.