Here are the world’s best airports in 2026
The 2026 World Airport Awards have just been released. Based on passenger experience, they once again highlight the dominance of Asian airports on the global stage.
South Korea: paper arrival card still accepted despite rollout of the e-Arrival Card
As South Korea continues rolling out its electronic arrival card system (e-Arrival Card), designed to modernize entry procedures into the country, some questions remained regarding the continued use of paper forms. Contacted by VisasNews, South Korean authorities indicated that both formats are currently still being used in parallel.
South Korea confirms extension of K-ETA exemption until December 31, 2026
South Korea has officially confirmed a one-year extension of the temporary K-ETA exemption for travelers from visa-exempt countries. First announced last fall, the measure has now been formally validated by the official Electronic Travel Authorization application portal.
South Korea: e-Arrival Card restored after national data center fire
The fire that broke out in late September at South Korea’s main government data center caused an unprecedented outage of hundreds of online public services. Among them was the e-Arrival Card, the electronic entry form for foreign travelers, which authorities have just announced is back online.
South Korea extends K-ETA exemption until 2026
Travelers from several countries will continue to be able to visit South Korea without applying for a K-ETA electronic travel authorization. South Korean authorities confirmed today that this exemption has been extended through December 2026.
South Korea launches its e-Arrival Card system
From February 24, 2025, travelers to South Korea will be able to complete an electronic arrival card (e-Arrival Card) prior to arrival. This online formality will replace the traditional paper form by the end of the year.
South Korea extends K-ETA exemption until end of 2025
Although it was due to end in the next few days, the temporary K-ETA exemption for travelers from 67 visa-exempt countries in South Korea has finally been extended until December 31, 2025.
South Korea: K-ETA back soon?
The exceptional K-ETA exemption for travellers from 67 visa-exempt countries in South Korea is due to end on 31 December 2024.
