Electronic travel authorization
South Korea visa requirements for U.S. citizens
U.S. citizens can visit South Korea for up to 90 days without a visa. Korea has temporarily waived K-ETA for U.S. passport holders, but the waiver is renewed year by year — confirm on the official K-ETA site before you fly.
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Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA)
U.S. citizens flying to Korea for tourism, business or transit. While the temporary waiver is in force no K-ETA is needed; if it lapses, every traveler needs one before boarding.
- Government fee
- $8
- Processing
- 1–3 days
- Max stay
- Up to 90 days per visit.
Passport validity: Valid for the duration of your stay; six months is recommended.
Passport rules for South Korea
Passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Full entry requirements