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Traveling with Minors: how it works in South Korea — first-hand

Short answer
Travelers with a valid K-ETA should carry printed hotel bookings, return tickets, a logical daily itinerary, and approximately $100 per day in cash. Minors under 17-18 still require a paper arrival card and may need notarized consent letters for travel.

From real experience

For travelers to South Korea: If you have a valid K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization), you generally do not need to fill out a separate Arrival Card.
The K-ETA serves as the primary electronic entry permit. However, exceptions may apply, such as for minor children traveling with parents, who might still need to complete an Arrival Card. Travelers from countries requiring a visa for South Korea will need to obtain a visa instead of a K-ETA.
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When traveling with a minor who is not your child, ensure you have a notarized consent letter from one of the child's parents for departure from the home country (e.g., Russia).
For entry into South Korea, this documentation, potentially along with a copy of the authorizing parent's passport, is generally sufficient. Children under 17 do not require a K-ETA but will need an arrival card. It is advisable to have all relevant documents, including the consent letter, translated into English (preferably notarized) as immigration officials may request verification.
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Border entry requirements for South Korea: 1. Carry physical cash (recommendation: $100 per day per person).
2. Have printed booking confirmations for accommodation and return flights. 3. Prepare a detailed, logical daily travel plan (at least 3 spots per day). 4. K-ETA or valid Visa is mandatory. 5. Ensure K-ETA data matches actual travel details exactly (especially hotel address and employment info). 6. Official documents (e.g., birth certificates) are required for minors at the RF border, but are not checked upon entry in South Korea.
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Entry requirements for South Korea: 1. Keep printed copies of hotel bookings, return tickets, and a detailed daily itinerary in English.
2. Minors under 18 still require a paper Arrival Card even with K-ETA. 3. Carry cash (approx. $100 per day) as proof of funds; bank statements or foreign cards are secondary. 4. Be prepared to show your travel plan; keep it logical and district-based.
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When entering South Korea, an Arrival Card may be requested, even if you have a K-ETA.
It is advisable to obtain and fill out the card, either from the flight attendants during the flight or at the airport kiosks before immigration. Failure to do so may result in delays or being sent back to fill it out. This card is separate from the health declaration and is a standard immigration form.
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