Latest Travel Updates for Korea

Official Sources to Confirm Before You Travel

Travel information in South Korea can change faster than any guidebook. Use this page as your final checkpoint before booking or flying.

• Plan first. Confirm here. Travel confidently.

Entry rules and authorization depend on your nationality and can change without notice.

Always confirm your entry status before departure.

• K-ETA (Official Authorization System) — Apply before departure if visa exempt. k-eta.go.kr
• e-Arrival Card (Online Arrival Form) — Online arrival declaration (submit within 3 days before arrival). e-arrivalcard.go.kr
• Arrival / Immigration Procedures – Incheon Airport

Train schedules, airport procedures, and transit prices may vary during holidays and peak seasons.

Train schedules, airport procedures, and transit prices may vary during holidays and peak seasons.

• Incheon International Airport (English) — Arrival procedures, terminal info, transport options. airport.kr
• Seoul — Getting to Seoul From Incheon Airport (Official) — Official transport options from airport to Seoul (including AREX & limousines). english.seoul.go.kr
• Korail — High-Speed & Regional Trains (KTX) — National train schedules, routes & tickets. korail.com
• AREX (Airport Railroad Express) — Airport rail link between Incheon and Seoul. arex.or.kr (English UI available)
• Seoul Public Transportation (Official English page) — Seoul city transport information. english.seoul.go.kr
• Busan Public Transportation (Official English page) — Busan city transport information. busan.go.kr

Weather significantly affects travel plans — especially in summer and winter.

Weather significantly affects travel plans — especially in summer and winter.

• Korea Meteorological Administration — English. Official weather forecasts and severe weather alerts. kma.go.kr

Updated attraction hours, festivals, and closures for cities.

Updated attraction hours, festivals, and closures for cities.

• Korea Tourism Organization — National tourism info and planning. english.visitkorea.or.kr
• Seoul Tourism Organization (Official English site) — City attractions, neighborhoods, food & shopping. english.visitseoul.net
• Busan Tourism Organization — City information and travel tips. english.busan.go.kr
• Jeju Tourism Organization — Jeju Island attractions and events. visitjeju.net
• Gyeongju Tourism — Historic sites and cultural heritage information. gyeongju.go.kr
• Jeonju Tourism — Official Jeonju tourism info & culture. tour.jeonju.go.kr

South Korea is generally very safe, but official guides help you stay informed.

Emergency Numbers (24/7): Police 112, Fire / Ambulance 119

• Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Travel Notices (English) — Official advisories and updates. mofa.go.kr
• Korea Travel Hotline (1330) — Official tourism support hotline (English available when dialed in Korea): 1330
• Also check your own country’s embassy website in Korea for consular support.

Tax refund rules and payment methods vary by store and location.

Tax refund rules and payment methods vary by store and location.

• Global Tax Free Korea — Participating stores and refund procedures. global-taxfree.com
• Korea Customs Service — English. Duty-free limits and customs declaration rules. customs.go.kr

Decide where you’re going and how long you’ll stay, then confirm here.

Many travelers revisit this page a few days before flying to avoid last-minute surprises.

• Use these official sources to confirm current rules and conditions.
• Double-check entry requirements, weather, transport, and airports before departure.
• Before booking non-refundable plans, review travel insurance for Korea.