Korea’s E-Arrival Card Is Fully Operational Again — and Not Everyone Has to File It

Korea’s E-Arrival Card: What the Current Rules Say

Korea’s electronic arrival card system is officially operating normally again after the earlier address-entry disruption was resolved. The Ministry of Justice says the address data service has been restored, so travelers can now submit the form online with the accommodation information needed for entry processing.

This article should focus on the latest official status, not the system’s launch history. It should explain that the e-Arrival card is now the standard online replacement for the paper arrival card, and that it is available before arrival through the official government website.

Who still needs to submit it

The article should clearly state that, in principle, most foreign nationals entering Korea must submit the e-Arrival card. It should also spell out the main exemptions named by the government: registered residents in Korea, valid K-ETA holders, and airline crew members.

What changed after the address-data issue

The key update is that the address-data service used for accommodation entry has been restored. That means the temporary workaround is no longer the main story; the current story is that the normal electronic process is back in place.

Practical points for readers

• It can be submitted online before arrival.
• The form is free.
• It is time-limited after submission and must be filed within the allowed pre-arrival window.
• Travelers should use the official government website only.

A useful angle would be to frame this as a “what travelers need to know now” update for visitors planning to enter Korea in the coming days.