Filling in the Q-Code is one of the requirements for traveling to South Korea!
Now, binge-watching Korean dramas or playing your favorite K-Pop playlist over and over is no longer the only way to enjoy South Korean culture. You see, traveling to Korea for tourism has opened again !Â
Now, you can travel to Korea again without needing to quarantine or take a test before departure and after arriving in Korea. You only need a plane ticket, visa, and Q-Code to go on holiday to Korea!
Q-Code is a mandatory requirement for travelers who want to visit South Korea for tourism, so you really need to pay attention to it so that your holiday trip doesn’t have any obstacles. The question is: how do you fill it in, huh?
What is Q-Code?Â
Q-Code is a QR code system that applies in South Korea which contains all the traveler vaccination information required to enter South Korean territory. This system was created to shorten the quarantine inspection time for foreign travelers entering this country.Â
How to fill in the Q-Code
Step 1: Prepare your supporting documents
Before registering for a Q-Code, you must prepare the following information:
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Personal information, including your Passport number
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Travel information, including the country you are departing from, flight details and accommodation details in South Korea (address and contact number)
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Vaccination record
It’s a good idea to have all this data before filling in the Q-Code so that the filling process goes more smoothly.
Step 2: Register Q-Code online
Is all the information ready? If so, visit the Q-Code Registration Portal to fill in. You will be asked to agree to the Terms and Conditions, then enter all the required information from email, passport, to health condition.
After successfully entering and collecting all the required information, you will get a QR code that you need to save.
Klook Tip: Still don’t have flight and accommodation details? Not a big problem! The Q-Code application system has a temporary storage function. Just make sure you complete registration and have the Q-Code before leaving.
Step 3: Show Q-Code upon arrival in South Korea
The most important step is don’t forget to bring the QR code you got when you left for Korea! The Q-Code is a document that you must have when you arrive in Korea and will be checked by Immigration and Quarantine control officers upon arrival in South Korea, so make sure you have a copy of it in your hand.Â
If all the information registered in your Q-Code is clear enough and there is no information that makes things difficult, you can quickly and easily pass through immigration.
Frequently asked questions about South Korea’s Q Code
1. Who is required to fill in the Q-Code?Â
The Q-Code must be filled in by all foreign travelers visiting South Korea regardless of their purpose (be it tourism, visiting family, etc.).
2. Do I have to pay a fee to register for Q-Code?
No, Q-Code registration is free.
3. Does the Q-Code guarantee that I can enter South Korea without quarantine?
The Q-Code may not actually guarantee you can enter South Korea without quarantine. Upon arrival, you will be checked by Immigration and Quarantine Control officers regarding your physical condition when you arrive there. So keep trying to be in good health!
4. I accidentally entered incorrect information in my Q-Code application, what should I do?
If you accidentally enter the wrong information when filling in the Q-Code, you can start over again to receive a new Q-Code. Make sure you make all necessary changes before arriving in Korea. If not, you might need to quarantine there.
5. How long is my Q-Code valid for?
The Q-Code you fill in is only valid for one entry into this country and will expire after you go through the immigration process. If you plan to visit South Korea again, then you will need to register again for the Q Code.
For further clarification on your Q-Code needs, immediately visit the official COVID19 response page for further information!
Recommendations for Korean traveling needs
Once all the documents for traveling to Korea are available, it’s time to build your holiday itinerary! You can browse all your travel needs in Korea on visaxtra and enjoy an unforgettable experience in South Korea!
