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Smart Entry & arrival flow

Landing is a sequence: immigration → bags → customs → landside. Automated gates help eligible travelers — bring the same passport you enrolled with.

✍️ KoreaPlus Editorial Team📅 Updated 2026-09-07✅ 2026 fares & rules verified⏱ 7 min read

Flow

Immigration / Smart Entry. Officers or automated gates. Have hotel address ready.
Baggage claim. Check the screen for carousel numbers.
Customs. Declare when required; keep meds documentation handy.
Landside. SIM / transport — airport guide, transfer compare.

Entry paperwork: K-ETA & visa. Late flights: night arrival.

FAQ

Who can use Smart Entry?
Eligibility rules change — enroll and confirm on official channels before you rely on it.
Do I still need K-ETA with Smart Entry?
If your nationality requires K-ETA, approval still matters before boarding.
🇰🇷 한국어 요약 · 도착·자동출입국

✅ Checked 2026-09-08 · Sources: Korea Immigration Service · Official K-ETA (k-eta.go.kr) · Korean diplomatic missions. Entry rules change — the official portal wins over this page.