Please refer to the passport photo sample and the text below.

When applying for K-ETA, scanning the passport's MRZ(Machine Readable Zone) area is required.
Your passport photo (file) must include the areas highlighted in red below.

1. Passport Number

The passport numbers consist of '8 to 9' characters, which may include 'numbers (or alphabets + numbers)'. Please be coutious of similar characters, such as "number 0" and "alphabet O".

2. Surname

In the machine readble zone (MRZ), the surname and given name are separated by <<, and the front part of << is a surname.

3. Name

In the machine readble zone (MRZ), the surname and given name are separated by <<, and the rear part of << is a given name.

4. Nationality

The 3-letter code in position of the machine readble zone (MRZ) indicates the nationality of the passport holder. 
This nationality is not related to the country that issued the passport, but refers to the actual nationality of the passport holder. 
Therefore, if your actual nationality is not eligible to apply for K-ETA, you cannot apply for K-ETA.

5. Date of birth

You must enter the date of birth as listed on your passport, in the order ofyear, month, and day.

6. Sex

The sex on your passport is listed as M or F in position of the machine readble zone (MRZ). If the position is not M or F, please enter it manually.

7. Passport Expiration Date

You must enter the passport expiration date as listed on your passport in the order of year, month, and day.

(Failure to provide accurate passport information may result in delays, rejection, or invalidation of your K-ETA.)