Core Viewpoint - The South Korean government announced a series of measures aimed at promoting inbound tourism, including relaxed visa regulations and expanded entry points at regional airports [1][2]. Group 1: Visa and Entry Procedures - The government plans to make visa and entry procedures more flexible for foreign tourists, including adding Indonesia to a visa waiver pilot program for groups of three or more [1][2]. - There will be consideration for five-year multiple-entry visas for tourists from China and Southeast Asian countries with prior visits to South Korea, and ten-year multiple-entry visas for tourists from major Chinese cities and Vietnam [1][2]. Group 2: Immigration and Customs - An automated entry and exit system will expand from currently covering 18 countries (including Japan, Singapore, and Australia) to include EU member states [1][2]. Group 3: Flight and Airport Expansion - Plans include increasing international direct flights to regional airports and designating exclusive international air transport rights for local airports to diversify inbound tourism demand from Seoul and surrounding areas [1][2]. - The government will provide incentives to open new international routes, such as reducing airport facility usage fees and offering subsidies [1][2]. Group 4: Tourism Marketing and Cruise Expectations - Tourism marketing will focus on developing customized travel packages and promotional activities targeting various regions [1][2]. - The government expects the number of international cruise tourists to reach approximately 1.7 million this year and plans to expand immigration and security facilities at domestic ports, along with providing expedited customs services for cruises [1][2].
韩国出台一系列措施促进旅游业,考虑为中国游客推出多次入境签证
Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-02-25 07:24