Visa Requirements for Entry into South Korea
All participants planning to attend ICQT 2025 in South Korea are advised to check their visa or K-ETA eligibility well in advance. The Republic of Korea offers visa-free entry to citizens of many countries for short-term visits such as tourism or attending academic conferences. Depending on nationality, the visa-free stay is typically up to 30 or 90 days.
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K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) is required for most visa-free travelers.Apply at least 72 hours before departure via www.k-eta.go.kr.
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Nationals of countries without visa waiver agreements or diplomatic ties with Korea must obtain a visa in advance.
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If you are unsure of your visa or K-ETA requirements, please contact the nearest Korean embassy or consulate as soon as possible.
For detailed information, visit the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (https://www.mofa.go.kr).
Requesting a Letter of Invitation
If you require a personal letter of invitation to attend the conference, please contact us at icqt2025@gmail.com with the following information:
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Full Name
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Complete Mailing Address
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Valid Email Address
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Phone Number and Fax (if applicable)
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Full Affiliation Name
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Submitter’s ID (the email address used to submit your abstract or register for the conference)
Important: Letters of invitation are generally issued only to registered participants or authors of accepted abstracts. If you are not a registrant or a listed contributor, issuance of a letter may be restricted.