Visa Requirements

Visa Information

If you are entering the Republic of Korea from abroad to attend the AAPPS-DPP 2026, you will need a valid passport. Depending on your nationality, you may also need to obtain a visa or apply for a K-ETA (Korean Electronic Travel Authorization) prior to your departure. Please note that the Korean government no longer issues physical visa stickers. Instead, once your visa application is approved, you must print out the 'Visa Grant Notice' from the KOREA VISA PORTAL and present it with your passport upon arrival. We strongly recommend checking the specific entry requirements based on your nationality and travel schedule well in advance.

Countries under the Visa Waiver Agreement

For accurate visa information, please visit the KOREA VISA PORTAL website or ask the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Request for Visa Support Document

If you need a letter of invitation for participating in the AAPPS-DPP 2026 for visa application, you can request in conference registration (to open in June 2026) portal.
Select [Visa: Required] in registration and Visa Document Request Form will apear in your portal after completion of payment.

Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA)

All foreign visitors who wish to enter the Republic of Korea must obtain K-ETA permission to board aircraft and ships bound for Korea. You must apply at least 72 hours before departure by accessing the K-ETA website or mobile app (K-ETA).

• Fee: 10,000 KRW per person. (*Approximately USD 7~8)
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• The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
• Applications submitted before 2023. 07. 03: valid for 2 years

K-ETA is NOT a visa and only fulfills some of the requirements for entering the Republic of Korea without visa. Please note that an approved K-ETA does not guarantee entry into the Republic of Korea. The final decision will be made by Korea Immigration Service officer at the port of entry.
*Applicable to: 116 countries that can be entered without a visa. Click Here for updates.

Visa Support for Accompanying Family Members

The secretariat issues official invitation letters only for registered participants and family members are advised to apply for a standard tourist visa or K-ETA (if eligible) independently.

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