Get a South-Korea Visa

Business Travel Requirements for a Korea - South Visa for Australian Citizens

Personal Application
Travellers are required to apply for a visa prior to arrival. CIBTvisas is currently unable to assist you with your visa. Please contact the Embassy for more information.
Mandatory Arrival Card Requirement
All travellers to The Republic of Korea are required to apply for a mandatory Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival. The E-Arrival card can be applied for here free of charge.
Please note that:
- The E-Arrival card is valid for 72 hours upon submission
- The E-Arrival card is not an electronic visa, it is simply an electronic form replacing the paper form that travellers had to fill out before arrival. Both paper and electronic entry declaration will be accepted until December 2025.
The following categories are not required to submit an Arrival card:
- Registered residents in Korea (including permanent residents)
- Foreign national holding a valid K-ETA
- Airline crew members

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Please note that travellers with a valid K-ETA do not need to submit an Arrival Card before arriving in South Korea.
Eligibility and Documentation

The Government of South Korea utilises an electronic travel authorization (ETA) issuance system. The ETA is an electronic authorization issued by the government granting entry into South Korea. It is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.

To be eligible the traveller must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of sufficient funds
- Hold proof of onward/return flights
- Hold proof of hotel reservation
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
To complete the order form the traveller must provide:
- A photograph
- A copy of the passport information page
Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.
Applicants Under the Age of 18 or Over 64
Applicants under the age of 18 or over 64 do not require an ETA to enter South Korea.

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