Is K-ETA still required?


Is K-ETA still required? From April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) is not required for US citizens for stays of 90 days or less that are for tourism or business purposes. Visa required for all other purposes, including employment, teaching English, and for stays longer than 90 days.


Can I go to China with my U.S. passport?

Entry & Exit: Obtain a visa prior to arrival in the People's Republic of China (PRC) and have a passport with at least six months' validity remaining. The lack of either will result in a fine and immediate deportation upon arrival.


Do US citizens need a visa for China?

Yes, as a US citizen you need a visa to enter China for tourism purposes. Remember that if your main goal is to perform commercial and business activities, you might want to apply for a business visa instead.


Can you apply for K-ETA on arrival?

- You must apply for K-ETA at least 72 hours before boarding your flight or ship bound to the Republic of Korea. * Your application may be filled out by proxy. * You can apply for up to 30 people at once.


What do you need to do before entering Korea?

Travelers need to show their negative result to the airline before boarding their flight to ? Korea. You will not be allowed to board their flight if you don't have a valid pre-departure negative test result. Effective July 15, 2021, this applies to Korean nationals as well as foreign nationals.


Do Americans need visa for Japan?

You must have a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for tourist/business visa free stays of up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for the entire time you are staying in Japan. You cannot work on a 90-day visa free entry.


Do I need to print K-ETA?

Yes, it is mandatory to print a copy of the approved K-ETA to present to board a flight to South Korea and to border authorities on arrival, alongside your passport.