Day: 20 December 2021

Entry into Korea] Korea is free of inspection, injection and quarantine! K-ETA/Q-CODE application procedure before entering Korea

Do you like Korean beef, art and culture, fashion, beauty products, theme parks, and even Korean celebrities? Korea's travel restrictions are gradually being relaxed, and PCR testing after entering the country has been cancelled. It's time to travel to Korea! But what do you need to prepare before you go? This article integrates Korea entry requirements, Korea entry restrictions, Korea entry policy, Q-CODE registration, K-ETA application, the lazy man's bag must read abroad! 1. Korea Entry Visa Starting from 1 July 2022, HKSAR and BNO passport holders must apply for K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorisation) on the official website 72 hours prior to departure. The whole online application process takes about 3-3 hours and 5 minutes and requires a payment of KRW 10,000 (about HK$60). After submitting, you will receive a confirmation email within 24-72 hours. K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) is valid for 2 years and can be used indefinitely. 2. Health Declaration for Entry into Korea In addition to applying for K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) before entering Korea, you are required to submit a health declaration form (Q-CODE) online within 72 hours prior to departure, and save the 2D code screenshot or print and scan the form to verify that you have been quarantined after entering Korea. 3. Immunisation Requirements, Quarantine Measures, Nucleic Acid Test for Entry into Korea As of 8 June 2022, there are no vaccination and quarantine requirements for entry into Korea. As of 3 September 2022, nucleic acid testing (PCR) prior to entry into Korea will be cancelled. From 1 October 2022, PCR will no longer be required after entering Korea. In short, after 1 October 2022, the requirement for quarantine, vaccination and nucleic acid testing (PCR) will be waived for entry into Korea, thus achieving a complete transition! However, if you are diagnosed with a new coronavirus infection in Korea, you will be required to stay in isolation in a designated hotel for 7 days, and if you are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms, you should take antipyretic and cold medication. 4. Mask Requirements for Entry into Korea Currently, wearing a mask outdoors is not mandatory in Korea, but wearing a mask indoors and on public transport is still required. 5. List of Requirements for Entry into Korea Before Departure: K-ETA application, Q-CODE application When Entering Korea: Present Q-CODE When Driving: Wearing a mask indoors and when travelling on public transport Before Returning to Hong Kong: Please fill in the Hong Kong Health and Quarantine Information Return Form within 72 hours. 6. Pre-Departure Exchange Rate Advice Ling's is a legally licensed financial institution in Hong Kong. Ling's provides reliable, fast and convenient exchange services at the most favourable prices. Over the years, Ling's has earned a reputation for trustworthiness and efficiency.