VISA Information

Welcome to the upcoming IAHR-Asia 2025! Here’s important information regarding visa requirements for your travel to South Korea, focusing on entry through Jeju Island:

• Eligible Countries: Travelers from most countries can enter Jeju without a visa for up to 30 days if arriving directly by international flight or ship.
• Restricted Countries: Currently, citizens from countries such as Nepal, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Cuba, Syria, Iran, and several others are not eligible for visa-free entry to Jeju. Please consult the Jeju Visa-Free Entry System for a complete list of eligible and restricted countries.
   

• As of October 17, 20124, cities with direct flights to Jeju between August 3 to 8 include Beijing and Shanghai. Airlines operating these flights are Korean Air, China Eastern, and Jeunyao Ailines.
  

  From	To	Airline	Korea to China	China to Korea	Link
  Beijing	Jeju Island	Korean Air	10:55 – 14:25	15:35 – 17:15	koreanair.com
  Shanghai	Jeju Island	China Eastern	09:45 – 12:30	13:40 – 14:25	ceair.com
  Shanghai	Jeju Island	China Eastern	15:35 – 18:10	19:10 – 20:00	ceair.com
  Shanghai	Jeju Island	Juneyao Airlines	19:05 – 21:35	22:20 – 22:45	juneyaoair.com

• As the conference approaches, additional flight routes may open, so be sure to stay updated.
   

• If you transit through Incheon, Gimpo, or Gimhae airports to reach Jeju, you will need a visa, as the visa-free policy for Jeju is not applicable.
• Contact the nearest South Korean embassy or consulate to apply for a tourist visa. Required documents usually include a passport, a visa application form, a recent photo, and confirmation of your conference registration and accommodation. If there are any documents required for visa issuance, please request them in advance from the conference organizers.
   

• Apply for your visa well in advance of your travel dates. For detailed requirements and the visa application process, visit the official Korean Visa Portal at Korean Visa Portal and https://www.ketasouthkorea.com/visa-to-jeju-island.
• For the most accurate and detailed visa requirements, please check the official Korean Visa Portal or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Korea at Korean MOFA.
• Please allow sufficient time for visa processing, as processing times can vary significantly between countries. Check with your nearest South Korean consulate for estimated timelines.

We are excited to welcome you to IAHR-Asia 2025 and hope you have a pleasant journey and a productive stay. If you need further assistance, please contact the conference secretariat (h_kim@korea.ac.kr).