South Korea for Australian citizens
No visa is needed for a short visit, and the K-ETA isn't needed right now. Temporarily not required for Australian citizens until 31 December 2026. You can still apply for a K-ETA if you'd rather skip the arrival card. Australian citizens also need: Korea e-Arrival card. Coming home: Incoming Passenger Card.
Checked against official sources 3 October 2026
Everything Australian citizens need
- Not neededNone (KRW 10,000 if you choose to apply)
K-ETA
Not required until 31 December 2026
Temporarily not required for these passports until 31 December 2026. You can still apply for a K-ETA if you'd rather skip the arrival card.
- RequiredFree
Korea e-Arrival card
From 3 days before you enter Korea.
Korea's free arrival card for travellers without a K-ETA. It asks for your travel dates, flight number and where you're staying in Korea.
- RequiredNone
Passport
For your whole stay
Your passport needs to be valid for your whole stay in Korea. Some airlines ask for more, so check with yours.
Coming home
- RequiredFree
Incoming Passenger Card
On the plane, or up to 72 hours before departure for invited Qantas passengers
Most passengers arriving in Australia declare customs, biosecurity and health details on this card, including Australians coming home. A digital version, the Australia Travel Declaration, is being trialled on Qantas flights.
Questions
Do Australian citizens need a visa for South Korea?
No visa is needed for a short visit, and the K-ETA isn't needed right now. Temporarily not required for Australian citizens until 31 December 2026. You can still apply for a K-ETA if you'd rather skip the arrival card.
What forms do Australian citizens need for South Korea?
Korea e-Arrival card (Free): From 3 days before you enter Korea.
How much does it cost Australian citizens to enter South Korea?
Nothing: every form on this list is free on its official site.
Do children need them too?
Every traveller needs an arrival card unless they hold a K-ETA.
How long does my passport need to be valid?
Your passport needs to be valid for your whole stay in Korea. Some airlines ask for more, so check with yours.
Rules can change at short notice, so confirm on the official site before you travel. WayReady is an independent company, not a government agency. How we check.