Information on Special Entry Procedure

The Korean government introduced a ‘special entry procedure’ applied to all passengers entering Korea from mainland China, starting from February 4, 2020. The procedure has been expanded on February 12 to include travelers from Hong Kong and Macau.

In accordance with the special entry procedure, all travelers from mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau are allowed entry after checking whether they have visited the Hubei province and identifying their contact information and address in Korea. Entry may be denied if they have visited the Hubei Province in the last 14 days or do not have a contact information in Korea.

These travelers are also required to install the Self Diagnosis Mobile App to confirm their contact information and monitor their health status. After installing the app, they should record symptoms(*) everyday on the app for up to 14 days.

(*) Self-diagnosis category: fever (37.5◦ or higher) or feverish feeling, cough, sore throat, respiratory difficulties or breathlessness

Those who have recorded any symptom should call the KCDC Call Center at 1339. If the app is not installed or self-diagnosis categories are not checked, you may receive a call from the call center. If you fail to receive any calls, measures may be taken to identify your location.