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Core Points - The South Korean government has implemented a temporary visa exemption policy for Chinese tour groups starting from September 29, allowing groups of three or more to enter South Korea without a visa for up to 15 days, effective until June 30, 2026 [1] - The first group of visa-exempt tourists from Lianyungang port arrived on the same day, coinciding with the upcoming National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival [1] - The Lianyungang border inspection station predicts that the number of travelers heading to South Korea will gradually increase, with over 60% expected to enter through the group visa exemption [1] Industry Impact - To facilitate the smooth passage of the first visa-exempt tour groups, the Lianyungang border inspection station has coordinated with travel agencies to implement a "one group, one policy" pre-inspection mechanism [1] - A "green channel" has been established for senior tourists, providing dedicated guidance services to ensure smooth customs clearance [1] - Travelers are reminded that the visa exemption policy is only applicable to tours organized by designated travel agencies, and senior tourists should verify the qualifications of the travel agency and check the validity of their passports before traveling [1]