The Korea e-Arrival Card is the official online alternative to the paper arrival declaration used at immigration inspection. It can be filed starting three days before arrival, based on Korea Standard Time, and is free. Travelers who submit it do not need to fill out the equivalent paper card.
Visit https://www.e-arrivalcard.go.kr to enter an email address, passport details, travel itinerary, intended accommodation and contact information. An issuance number is sent by email. The official guide allows bulk filing for up to 1,000 people on a PC, or up to nine using mobile web.
Not all foreign visitors need to file. According to the Ministry of Justice, registered foreign residents, holders of valid K-ETA approval and airline crew are among those exempt. Check the official eligibility guide or navigator for your specific visa or residence status.
The Ministry of Justice warned in March 2026 about fake websites mimicking the e-Arrival Card. The official process is free; a website demanding payment information is not the official service. Verify the domain www.e-arrivalcard.go.kr, particularly when following search ads. A filed card remains valid for 72 hours, so recheck requirements if your travel plans change.