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title: South Korea visa for citizens of Ecuador
description: "Citizens of Ecuador don't need a visa for South Korea but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $10. Processing: Up to 3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# South Korea visa for citizens of Ecuador

Citizens of Ecuador don't need a visa for South Korea but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.k-eta.go.kr/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 1095 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** Up to 3 days
- **Government fee:** $10
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Go to the official K-ETA website** — Access https://www.k-eta.go.kr/ and select your language.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Enter personal details, passport info, and travel plans.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload a digital passport photo and scan of your passport data page.
4. **Pay the application fee** — Pay the non-refundable fee of USD 10 (or equivalent in KRW) online.
5. **Submit application and wait for approval** — Approval typically takes up to 3 business days; check email for result.
6. **Download or print the approved K-ETA** — Keep a digital or paper copy for travel to South Korea.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (biometric, machine-readable)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months at time of application.
- **Digital passport photo (recent, white background)** (Identity): Uploaded during application.
- **Travel itinerary (optional, flight details)** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.
- **Email address** (Supporting): For receiving K-ETA approval notification.
- **Credit/debit card for payment** (Financial): For paying the application fee online.

## Good to know

- K-ETA must be approved before boarding flights to South Korea.
- Approval is not guaranteed; provide accurate information to avoid rejection.
- The fee is non-refundable even if application is denied.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incorrect or incomplete passport details** — Double-check all passport information matches exactly.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violation** — Disclose any relevant history honestly; otherwise may be rejected.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months at time of travel.
- **Fake or low-quality photo** — Use a recent, high-quality, white-background passport photo.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Ecuador need a visa for South Korea?

Citizens of Ecuador don't need a visa for South Korea but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization).

### How long can citizens of Ecuador stay in South Korea?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the South Korea visa cost for citizens of Ecuador?

Government fee: $10.

### How long does South Korea visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

### What documents do citizens of Ecuador need for South Korea?

Valid passport (biometric, machine-readable); Digital passport photo (recent, white background); Email address; Credit/debit card for payment; Travel itinerary (optional, flight details).

### How long must my passport be valid for South Korea?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.k-eta.go.kr/

## Sources

- [k-eta.go.kr](https://www.k-eta.go.kr/)

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