Before you fly to Korea, you’ll need to submit your entry declaration online using Korea’s
e-Arrival Card. It’s free and takes only a few minutes.
72-Hour Submission Window
You must submit the form only within 72 hours before arrival. If you submit earlier, it will expire and you’ll need to submit it again.
Step-by-Step: Complete the e-Arrival Card
The form takes about 3–5 minutes to complete and can be completed on any device.
1. Prepare Your Information
· Passport (number, full name, date of birth, nationality)
· Flight number and arrival date in Korea
· Address in Korea — hotel, apartment, school address
· Local contact number — school, employer, HQ manager, friend in Korea
2. Go to the Official Site
· e-Arrival Card portal — https://www.e-arrivalcard.go.kr
3. Fill Out the Form
· Enter your personal and travel details — from step 1
· If the mobile passport-scan step is not working, complete it manually
4. Submit and Keep a Record
· After submission, screenshot or print out the confirmation
· Officers will retrieve your submission when they scan your passport, however, it’s good to have a copy just in casee