Notice
Procedures for overseas entry
NoticeProcedures for overseas entry
Cancellation of mandatory quarantine for overseas entrants
· Entry to Korea does not require quarantine regardless of vaccination history or type of visa.
Procedures for overseas entry
Before entering Korea
A. As of September 3, 2022, the requirement for inbound travelers to submit pre-entry inspections (PCRs, RATs) and
negative confirmations will be suspended.
B. To ensure smooth immigration procedures, please kindly register in the Q-code (Quarantine Information Advance Input System).
Or fill out the Health Questionnaire and Travel Record Declaration (Special Quarantine Report) on board the plane
After entering Korea
A. Foreigners for short-term stay must take a PCR test after arrival at the airport's COVID-19 Test Center to facilitate entry into
the Republic of Korea in force.
- Please visit https://safe2gopass.com to make a reservation for the COVID-19 Test Center at Incheon InternationalAirport
- Please refer to the attached file for the user manual for the Safe2Go Pass Safe2Go Pass User Manual English
B. It is kindly recommended that you remain at your residence until the results of the COVID-19PCR test have been released.
C. After the first-day inspection, please report the results to Q-code(Quarantine Information Advance Input System)
or the relevant health center.
Q-code (Quarantine Information Advance Input System)
Purpose
Through a QR code generated by entering quarantine information in advance before the entry of overseas entrants, quarantine procedures will be shortened and follow-up management will be strengthened.
Travelers need to enter
- Personal information (passport number, etc.),
- Entry and residence information (departure country, flight, domestic residence, contact number, etc.),
- Issuance (or print) of QR after entering information related to quarantine,
- Registration of the result of PCR test on the first day after entry.
How to register Q-code (QuarantineInformation Advance Input System)?
· Please visit https://cov19ent.kdca.go.kr to register Q-CODE.
· Please refer to the attached file for the user manual for Q-CODE. Q-CODE User Manual English
Social Distancing Guidelines during Your Travels
Using public transportation
Must wear a mask at all times when using public transportation,
including buses, subways, trains, and taxis.
In restaurants and cafés
Wear a mask when not consuming foods or drinks. Outdoor seats do not require masks, however it is advised to wear a mask
if keeping a one-meter distance from other people is not possible.
At tourist attractions
Wear a mask indoors at all times;
wear a mask outdoors if keeping a one-meter distance from other people is not possible
Comply with temperature check and
hand sanitizing procedures Using accommodations
Using accommodations
- Must wear a mask in public area outside of separate rooms
As of December 10, 2020, short-term tourists must declare their accommodation in Korea.
Show your passport or proof of travel during check-in and the manager will make the declaration.
If you have symptoms during your trip
If you suspect to have COVID-19 symptoms such as fever, coughing, and others,
call 1339 for inquiries or take a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) by using a self-test kit or visiting a nearby medical clinic.
Travelers can also call 1330 Korea Travel Hotline for inquiries
Measures and guidance related to Monkeypox
· Monkeypox outbreaks continue to be reported. All entrants are requested to enter accurate health status information upon entry, and if you have
any suspicious symptoms such as fever or rash, be sure to report it to the quarantine officer.
If you enter false health information or fail to report suspicious symptoms, you may be punished according to the relevant laws.