[K-ETA] Embracing the warmth and hospitality of the Korean people
multiple passportsEmbracing the warmth and hospitality of the Korean people
K-ETA is Korea's electronic travel authorization system that all foreigners entering the country must use. K-ETA began operating on September 1, 2020, and from May 3, 2021, all foreigners must use K-ETA.Quick results after application submission - Once you apply for a K-ETA, results are usually available within minutes. So, applicants can make travel plans quickly. Previously, planning a trip was difficult because you had to wait for the travel declaration to be approved.
Korea is a country with various charms such as history, culture, nature, and food. If you are a foreigner visiting Korea for the first time, I would like to introduce you to some good places to visit.Namyangju, Gyeonggi-do - Located near the metropolitan area, Namyangju is a city where mountains and nature harmonize. It is a great place to feel nature as it has various attractions such as Gapyeong Rail Bike, The Garden of Morning Calm, and Yongmunsan Mountain.Myeong-dong - Myeong-dong, the heart of Seoul, is one of the most visited places by foreigners. Myeong-dong is a representative area where you can enjoy shopping and food, and there are various brand stores, restaurants, and complicated small alleyways. In addition, Myeong-dong is also home to various tourist attractions such as Myeong-dong Cathedral and Namsan Tower, so it is a recommended place for foreigners visiting Korea.Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do - Jeonju Hanok Village is a village of traditional hanok houses, where you can experience traditional culture and architecture. In addition to the Hanok Village, there are many food and cultural events in Jeonju, so I recommend it.
Korea has a diverse food culture, so it is difficult to introduce it because there are so many restaurants and foods. However, the following introduces various foods and restaurants that foreigners can enjoy in Korea.Noodle - Noodle is a noodle dish made using wheat flour. The noodles are chewy and the soup has a rich taste and aroma. There are various types of naengmyeon, bibim guksu, and kalguksu, and it is one of the representative Korean foods that many people like.Bulgogi - Bulgogi is a famous Korean style steak. Beef is seasoned and grilled and eaten. Bulgogi is chewy and savory, making it popular among foreigners.Jjimdak - Jjimdak is a dish made by steaming chicken and vegetables such as potatoes, vermicelli, and carrots. The chicken is delicious because of the gravy that jumps out and the spicy seasoning.
Traditional Korean Food Experience: Korea has a wide variety of traditional foods. Foreigners can taste Korea's representative foods such as kimchi stew, bulgogi, bindaetteok, and tteokbokki. You can also experience traditional food by making these foods yourself.Hongdae - An area famous for its university district, where various performances and exhibitions are held, as well as street art and fashion.
The biggest advantage of K-ETA is convenience. In the existing visa application process, foreigners had to visit the Korean embassy in person, fill out an application form, and wait for several months or longer for a visa to be issued. However, with K-ETA, all you have to do is fill out a simple application online and pay, and approval is usually made within 24 hours of application. Therefore, foreigners can easily apply for K-ETA without spending unnecessary time and money to visit Korea.
