Visa-Free Travel Resumed For Residents Of Hong Kong

Published date29 June 2022
Subject MatterImmigration, General Immigration, Work Visas
Law FirmEnvoy Global, Inc.
AuthorMr Jessie Butchley

Key Points

  • Residents of Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders will be permitted to apply for a visa entry waiver (K-ETA)

Overview

The government of South Korea will resume visa-free travel options for residents of Hong Kong beginning 1 July 2022. Residents of Hong Kong and British National Overseas (BNO) passport holders will be permitted to apply for Korean electronic travel authorization (K-ETA) in order to benefit from visa-free travel to South Korea. Applicants must apply for a K-ETA at least 72 hours prior to boarding. The government advised additional entrance screening measures may apply due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

What are the Changes?

The government of South Korea will resume visa-free travel with Hong Kong in July 2022. The government stated...

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