Starting January 8, 2021, all foreign visitors must submit a negative PCR test result for COVID-19 to enter Korea.

In addition, Korean nationals entering Korea from England or South Africa must also submit a negative PCR test result for COVID-19.

The negative test result must be issued within 72 hours prior to departure to Korea and passengers must show it upon boarding. Passengers without a negative test result will be prohibited from boarding the plane.

Visitors must have a negative PCR test result issued in English or Korean. Also, translated test results must have a certificate of translation.

In addition, foreigners entering Korea through ports must also submit a negative PCR test result starting January 15, 2021.