German Nationals

German passport holders may enter the Republic of Korea visa-free for up to 90 days for business, conferences or tourism. A K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) is currently not required for German nationals. (temporary exemption valid until 31 December 2026)

Other Nationalities

Visa requirements depend on nationality. Certain visitors may enter the Republic of Korea without a visa under visa exemption agreements or based on principles of reciprocity.

For the most up-to-date information on visa-free and visa applications, please visit:

Korea Visa Portal

Journalists

Journalists and media representatives travelling to Korea for reporting, interviews, filming, or other journalistic activities may require a separate visa regardless of visa-free entry eligibility.

A C-1 Temporary Journalism Visa may be required for media-related activities in Korea.
Please contact your nearest Korean Embassy/Consulate in advance to confirm the applicable requirements.

Korea Visa Portal

VISA

All foreign visitors to the Republic of Korea must have a valid passport. While many nationalities are eligible for visa-free entry, others may require a visa prior to arrival.

All attendees are responsible for verifying their individual visa and entry requirements prior to travel.

K-ETA

(Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)

In general, travelers from visa-free countries are required to obtain a K-ETA prior to entry. However, the following countries and regions are temporarily exempt from the K-ETA requirement until 31 December 2026:

Germany
Hong Kong
Japan
Macao
Singapore
Taiwan
France
Italy
Netherland
Norway
Poland

Australia
New Zealand
Austria
Belgium
Denmark
Finland
Spain
Sweden
United Kingdom
Canada
United States

Additionally, visitors aged 17 and under or 65 and above are exempt from K-ETA requirements regardless of nationality.

If your country is not listed above, you are required to apply for a K-ETA prior to travel.

K-ETA Application

Arrival Process

To ensure a smooth arrival process, visitors are encouraged to complete the official e Arrival Card online prior to entry:

e-Arrival Card

Submission available within 3 days prior to arrival
Free of charge (official government platform)
Helps streamline the immigration process

Please note:

Cash exceeding USD 10,000 must be declared upon entry.
Entry requirements are subject to change.

Participants are advised to check the latest official requirements prior to departure.

Invitation Letter

If an invitation letter or additional documents for visa application purposes are required, please contact the organizing team after completing your registration.

Please contact the APK Team at apk@kgcci.com.

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