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South Korea ETA for Barbadian citizens: requirements 2026
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South Korea visa requirements for Barbados citizens (2026)

eTA / ETA required. Barbados passport holders do not need a full visa for South Korea, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.

Total price
From $58
per traveler, all-in
Estimated processing
Generally within 72 hours
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VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated

South Korea ETA requirements for Barbados citizens

Requirement
eTA / ETA required
Allowed stay
Per visa terms
Processing
Generally within 72 hours

Documents needed

  • Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport)
  • Email address and a payment card
  • Travel dates and first address
  • Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan

How Barbados citizens apply for the South Korea ETA

  1. Apply online before you book or at least a few days before you fly.
  2. Enter passport details exactly as printed, typos are the #1 reason for problems.
  3. Pay the fee and wait for approval by email.
  4. Travel with the same passport you applied with.

Official fees

ItemOfficial fee
K-ETAKRW 10,000

Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.

Recent rule changes for South Korea

  • 2026-03-20: Temporary K-ETA exemption for 22 countries/regions extended to 31 Dec 2026.

Good to know

  • If you are K-ETA exempt and don’t apply voluntarily, complete the arrival card (or e-Arrival card).

South Korea at a glance for travellers

  • 110 of 198 passports can enter South Korea without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
  • The Barbados passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 133 destinations in our dataset.

Sources and last checked

WhatOfficial sourceChecked
Requirement & allowed stayOpen passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026)17 Feb 2026
Fees, processing & entry formalitiesOfficial K-ETA website23 Oct 2026
Independent official overviewUK FCDO, South Korea entry requirements22 Oct 2026

The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.

Frequently asked questions

Do Barbados citizens need a visa for South Korea?

Barbados passport holders do not need a full visa for South Korea, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.

What documents do Barbados passport holders need for South Korea?

Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport); Email address and a payment card; Travel dates and first address; Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan.

How long does the South Korea ETA take for Barbados passport holders?

Generally within 72 hours. Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.

How much does a South Korea ETA cost with Visa and Trips?

From $58 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay.

How do I apply for the South Korea ETA with Visa and Trips?

Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your ETA as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.