Before you fly to Seoul

Six things to sort out before you land.

Checklist

1. 1Check your passport

   Many nationalities are exempt through Dec 31, 2026; it is required again from Jan 1, 2027. Official site: k-eta.go.kr

2. 2e-Arrival Card

   Fill it in online before you land. Free on the official site: e-arrivalcard.go.kr

3. 3A transit card

   Get a T-money card at any convenience store. Tap in and tap out.

4. 4Naver Map or KakaoMap

   Google Maps gives limited walking directions in Korea.

5. 5eSIM or pocket Wi-Fi

   Set it up before you leave.

6. 6Save these numbers

   1330 Korea Travel Hotline (24/7, English) · 112 police · 119 fire and ambulance