For visa-exempt travelers, the Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) replaces the need for most physical paper visa applications for short stays. 3. Official Documents (White Papers)
It is waterproof, extremely tough, and historically used for recording the country's history. South Korea
While a digital e-Arrival Card was launched to replace traditional paper forms, paper arrival cards are still accepted as of March 2026. For visa-exempt travelers
The South Korean government periodically issues comprehensive "White Papers" on national policy. South Korea
Most major airports have moved to digital declarations, but paper forms remain available at most entry points.
