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South Korea K-ETA for Turkish Citizens

Turkish citizens need a K-ETA, not a visa, to visit South Korea. We check your details and apply on k-eta.go.kr.

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South Korea K-ETA for Turkish citizens

For tourism, family visits, events and business meetings without a visa.

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Turkish citizens can visit South Korea without a visa but need a K-ETA before they board.

K-ETA fee

KRW 10,000

About $7 to $8, plus a card fee. Not refunded.

Usual decision time

Within 72 hours

It can take longer. There is no express service.

Stay per visit

90 days

Per entry. The K-ETA validity does not extend it.

Valid for

3 years

Multiple visits. Ends earlier if your passport expires.

Where to apply

k-eta.go.kr or K-ETA app

Approval is needed before you board.

Arrival card

Not needed

K-ETA holders skip the arrival card on entry.

Age exemption

17 or under, 65 or over

They need no K-ETA but must submit the arrival card.

Not allowed

Paid work

K-ETA covers short visits with no paid activity.

Get Your South Korea K-ETA

Fill in one form, upload your passport and photo, and we file your K-ETA on k-eta.go.kr.

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Start with a free eligibility check. You pay after you fill in the application form.

Last checked in October 2026. Sources: K-ETA application guide (Ministry of Justice), K-ETA eligible countries and stay periods (Ministry of Justice), e-Arrival Card: who must submit it (Ministry of Justice)

South Korea K-ETA documents for Turkish citizens

Valid Passport

The passport you will travel on. The K-ETA ends when that passport expires, and a reissued passport needs a new K-ETA.

Facial Photo

A photo of your face, uploaded with the application. False or inaccurate details lead to refusal or cancellation of a K-ETA.

Email Address

A valid email address for the application. If your travel details change after approval, update them on the K-ETA website.

Trip Details

Purpose of entry, address of your stay in Korea, contact details, expected arrival and departure dates and any companions.

Short-Stay Purpose

Tourism, visiting relatives, events, conferences or business. Paid work and other remunerated activities are not allowed.

South Korea K-ETA application steps for Turkish citizens

Your journey to the South Korea in 4 easy steps.

Fill In the Form

Enter your passport details, trip dates, purpose of visit and address in Korea. We use them to complete your K-ETA application.

Upload Passport and Photo

Add an image of your passport data page and a facial photo. We check every detail, as a K-ETA cannot be edited once submitted.

Pay Securely

Pay online in one step. We then file your application on the official site k-eta.go.kr and pay the K-ETA fee there.

Receive Your K-ETA

The assessment usually takes 72 hours or less, and we email you the result. Board your flight or ship only once it is approved.

South Korea K-ETA cost for Turkish citizens

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K-ETA Application

$19

Government fee

Service fee

$11

Decision usually within 72 hours
Valid 3 years for multiple visits
Details checked against your passport
Result sent to you by email

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What happens after you pay?

Order Confirmation

You get an email confirming your order, with a link to follow the status of your K-ETA application.

Details Check

We compare your answers with your passport and photo and ask you to fix anything that does not match before we submit.

Filed on k-eta.go.kr

We submit your application on the official K-ETA website. The assessment usually takes 72 hours or less but can take longer.

K-ETA Result by Email

We email you the result. An approved K-ETA covers multiple visits for 3 years, and you skip the arrival card on entry.

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Application Form✓ Submitted

Passport and Photo✓ Checked

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Which South Korea K-ETA do you need?

K-ETA

Costs KRW 10,000 plus a card fee and is valid for 3 years or until your passport expires. It covers any number of visits. Apply only on k-eta.go.kr or the official K-ETA app, and get approval before you board.

Travellers aged 17 or under, or 65 or over

They can enter visa-free without a K-ETA. Instead they submit the free e-Arrival Card online within 3 days before arrival.

Long stays, work or study

Work and study need a visa from a Korean embassy or consulate, such as D-2 for study. Anyone staying more than 90 days must register as a foreigner within 90 days of arrival.

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South Korea K-ETA FAQ for Turkish passport holders

Do Turkish citizens need a visa for South Korea?

No. Turkish citizens can visit South Korea without a visa for up to 90 days per visit, but they must hold an approved K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) before boarding a flight or ship to Korea, including to Jeju. It covers tourism, visiting relatives, events, conferences and business, not paid work. Travellers aged 17 or under or 65 or over on the date of entry are exempt: they submit an arrival card instead, or may still apply for a K-ETA to skip it. A K-ETA is not a visa, and the immigration officer decides on entry.

How much does a K-ETA cost?

The official fee is KRW 10,000 per person, about USD 7 to 8, plus an online card processing fee of generally about 3%. It is not refunded, whatever the outcome of the application. The official application runs only on k-eta.go.kr and the official K-ETA app. Visarun files your application there; our service fee for checking and filing it is separate from the official fee and is shown in the pricing section before you pay.

How long does it take to get a K-ETA?

The K-ETA assessment typically takes 72 hours or less, but it can take longer when applications rise. Applications are reviewed in the order received and there is no expedited service, so applying through Visarun does not speed up the decision. The K-ETA Centre recommends applying 1 to 2 months before your expected entry date. You need the approval before you board: applying after boarding or once in Korea can lead to refusal or entry restrictions.

How long is a K-ETA valid, and how long can I stay?

A K-ETA is valid for 3 years from approval, or until your passport expires if that is sooner, and it can be used for multiple visits. It does not extend your stay: Turkish citizens can stay up to 90 days on each visit. You need a new K-ETA if your passport is reissued or if your criminal record or infectious disease information changes. If travel details such as your dates or address in Korea change, update them on the K-ETA website.

What do I need to apply for a K-ETA?

You need a valid passport, a valid email address and a facial photo, plus your trip details: purpose of entry, address in Korea, contact details and expected arrival and departure dates. Details cannot be edited after submission, and if the K-ETA does not match your passport, boarding is refused, so every field must be right. False information leads to refusal or cancellation and possible entry bans. With an approved K-ETA you do not need to submit an arrival card on entry.

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