Brazilian Citizen Visa Requirements for South Korea

Brazilian citizens do not need a visa for South Korea. Brazil is visa-exempt for stays of up to 90 days. The catch: visa-exempt travelers normally need a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) approved before boarding — a quick online form costing about KRW 10,000, valid for multiple trips over 3 years. Korea has temporarily waived K-ETA for some countries in promotional periods, so check the live list.

Quick facts

Item	Details
Visa type	None — visa-exempt; K-ETA required (unless temporarily waived)
Typical fee	K-ETA about KRW 10,000 (~USD 8)
Processing time	K-ETA usually approved within minutes to 72 hours
Validity	K-ETA valid ~3 years, multiple entries; stay up to 90 days per visit

How to enter, step by step

Check the official K-ETA site for Brazil's current status (required or temporarily exempt).
Apply for K-ETA at least 72 hours before your flight: passport details, photo, trip info, KRW 10,000 fee.
Book flights and accommodation; carry onward-ticket proof.
Board with your approved K-ETA linked to your passport.
Receive your 90-day entry stamp on arrival.

FAQs

Do Brazilians need a visa or just K-ETA for Korea? Just K-ETA (when required) — no visa for stays up to 90 days of tourism or business.

What if my K-ETA is denied? You can apply for a regular C-3 visa at a Korean consulate in Brazil instead.

Can I work in Korea visa-free? No. Employment, working holiday (Brazil has a quota agreement), and study need proper visas.

Does K-ETA guarantee entry? No — final admission is decided at immigration, as anywhere.

Use only the official K-ETA site. Third-party sites charge multiples of the real fee.

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