[K-ETA] Immerse yourself in Korea's fascinating history.
Domestic travel informationImmerse yourself in Korea's fascinating history.
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 has many attractive travel destinations! Here are a few recommendations.Jinju, Gyeongsangnam-do - Jinju is a city with historical sites and natural scenery. There are attractions such as Jinjuseong, Jinju Wood Culture Experience Center, and Chilgok Falls, so if you want to experience history and culture together, I recommend you to visit.Busan - Busan, a city where you can feel the charm of the sea, mountains, and city at the same time, is recommended to visit because it has various attractions such as Haeundae Beach, Gukje Market, and Taejongdae.Haeinsa - Located in Gyeongbuk, Haeinsa is one of Korea's representative temples. Haeinsa has the largest seated stone Buddha statue in Korea, Bulguksaji Buddha, and is a place where you can feel the nature along with the beautiful scenery.
Among Korean foods, there are dishes made using various ingredients such as meat, seafood, and vegetables. The following introduces various foods and restaurants that foreigners can enjoy in Korea.Gwangjang Market - Gwangjang Market is one of the representative traditional markets located in central Seoul, where you can enjoy a variety of Korean street food. You can taste various foods such as tteokbokki, tempura, sundae, oden, and ramen at reasonable prices, and you can feel the traditional Korean market atmosphere.Samgyeopsal - One of Korea's representative foods, samgyeopsal is characterized by grilling and eating fresh vegetables with the natural taste of pork. The representative restaurant where you can taste samgyeopsal is Sookdae, a meat restaurant, and there are many restaurants where you can taste it even in the city center.Jeonju Bibimbap - Jeonju Bibimbap is one of the most famous bibimbap in Korea. Originating from the Jeonju region, this dish is made by mixing red pepper paste seasoning with glutinous rice, various vegetables, meat, and eggs. Bibimbap, made with specialties from the Jeonju region, is a representative Korean food enjoyed by many people because of its unique taste and aroma.
Most of these cultural activities and attractions are popular with foreigners and provide an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding and experience of Korea.Gyeongbokgung - One of Korea's representative palaces, with beautiful architecture and palace gardens.
What kind of system is K-ETA? Foreigners visiting Korea previously had to go through the visa issuance process. However, you can visit Korea without obtaining a visa through K-ETA. With K-ETA, it can be issued within 24 hours if you apply online, and you can enter the country quickly and conveniently without going through the screening process.
