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ATTENTION: Due to the worldwide spread of a new highly transmissible COVID-19 variant, all foreign visitors entering the Republic of Korea will now be required

to provide a proof of a negative COVID-19 test (PCR). Click here for specific requirements.

ATTENTION: ROK COVID-19 related precautions now require short-term visa

holders to quarantine. The ROK has also implemented temporary suspension of visa waiver and visa-free entry programs. See Sections I.A.5 and VII.A.2, below,

for country-specific advisories/information.

ATTENTION: All DV delegations intending to request exemption from the ROK's 14-day quarantine must travel on an Official or Diplomatic Passport with an A-2

visa. The visa must be acquired prior to travel due to the ROK's suspension of the visa-free entry program.

ATTENTION: Updated INDOPACOM Theater Travel Guidance - 022006Z Jul 20, ALL travel (with the exception of PCS) to foreign countries of the AOR (except

those under INDOPACOM Travel Restriction) requires unit/organization Commander level (O5 or above/civilian equivalent) approval of the INDOPACOM

Individual Antiterrorism Plan (IATP) entry. Travel Restricted countries still require O7 or above approval.

Last Modified: 14-Jan-21

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SECTION I: GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

NOTE 1: Types of US Special Issuance Passports: Official (maroon), Diplomatic (black), No-Fee Regular (blue) and Service (grey).

NOTE 2: The Regular (blue) Passport, also known as "Tourist Passport" is not authorized for official travel unless specifically identified in Section I.A, below. Travelers planning to perform

unofficial (personal) travel during or in conjunction with their official overseas assignments, should obtain (at their own expense) a Regular (Tourist) Passport prior to departure from CONUS.

A. IDENTIFICATION CREDENTIALS FOR OFFICIAL TRAVEL NOTE 1: Information on obtaining Special Issuance Passports and Visas is available on the DoD Passport Matters website (.mil/.gov domain restricted). NOTE 2: Due to COVID restrictions, with the exception to personnel who are traveling under SOFA with assignment orders for Korea, ROK will not issue visas to travelers upon arrival. Travelers not traveling under SOFA must obtain visas prior to travel to Korea.

1. US Military. a. Diplomatic Special Issuance (black) passport required for personnel under Chief of

Mission (COM) authority (i.e., assigned or attached to the US Embassy, such as US Defense Attaché Office (USDAO), Joint US Military Affairs Group-Korea (JUSMAG-K), Foreign Area Officers (FAO) assigned to Chief of Mission, Marine Security Guard (MSG), and National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA).

b. Official Special Issuance (maroon) passport required for Military Personnel Exchange Program (MPEP) Officers, PEP students, Students of Other Nations (SON), and OLMSTEAD scholars.

(1) Passport requests for MPEP personnel must include a statement in the requesting DD Form 1056, Block 19 (Additional Information) that “The traveler will attend a foreign military school in PCS status, and will visit (list country or countries that require a passport) during the tour of duty”. Also, list country(ies) in Block 13 (Destination) of the DD Form 1056.

d. Military ID (CAC) and travel orders required for all other US military personnel, who are covered under the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA).

e. DoD and US Government personnel in possession of military and sensitive government equipment SHALL NOT transit China (and Hong Kong) en-route to third-country temporary duty locations. Travelers are urged to monitor any changes that their air carrier may implement en-route to ensure that transit through China does not occur. Chinese customs officials have performed inspections of transiting passengers, declaring certain military equipment (including sensitive items) and dangerous items (such as knives) prohibited items under Chinese law and have confiscated and fined passengers arbitrarily. This includes the special administrative region of Hong Kong. Defense Travel System (DTS) may allow travelers to purchase tickets that transit China; however, this option shall not be selected if in possession of said items.

f. Visa requirements:

(1) Accredited Attachés (Military attaché and assistant attaché) and the Chief of JUSMAG-K require an A-1 visa. Obtain visa prior to arrival in Korea.

(2) USDAO Staff (Warrant officers and enlisted), JUSMAG-K Staff (Officers and enlisted (all except Chief JUSMAG-K) FAOs, MPEP, PEP Students, SON, MSG. Olmstead, ESEP and NGA personnel require an A-2 visa. Obtain visa prior to arrival in Korea.

(3) PCS or TDY personnel entering on CAC and travel orders do not require a visa, regardless of length of stay.

(4) Diplomatic passport holders are issued an A-1 or A-2 visa. Diplomatic passport holders are NOT issue an A-3 visa.

(5) Other personnel under Chief of Mission authority are considered Administrative and Technical staff, students, and as such, must have A-2 visa.

(6) Contact USDAO Seoul or JUSMAG-K for Security Cooperation personnel prior to travel if A-1 or A-2 visas cannot be obtained prior to scheduled arrival, and arrival cannot be delayed to process visas.

2. US Government civilians.

a. Special Issuance Passport required.

(1) Diplomatic Special Issuance (black) passport required for personnel under Chief of Mission authority.

(2) Official Special Issuance (maroon) passport required for DoD civilian employees either on a TDY/TAD or a command-sponsored assignment.

(a) Travelers may, at their discretion, use a Regular (tourist) passport for travel to Korea when there is a delay in obtaining the official passport. Subsequent obtainment of an official passport is required. Personnel will not be reimbursed for the cost of obtaining a Regular (tourist) passport.

(3) Issuance of airline ticket and boarding pass should not be denied for lack of an official Special Issuance (maroon) passport.

g. Visa requirement.

(1) Diplomatic Special Issuance Passport holders require an A-1 (diplomatic) or A-2 (official) visa, depending on credential level. Visa must be obtained prior to arrival for PCS personnel. See I.A.1.d, above.

(2) DoD personnel not covered by the SOFA (i.e., assigned to/working at US Embassy) and holding an official Special Issuance (maroon) passport require an A-2 (official) visa. Visa must be obtained prior to arrival if undergoing PCS. TDY/TAD personnel assigned to/working at US Embassy or in support of an activity under the purview of the US Embassy (i.e., Foreign Military Sales or International Armaments Cooperation (IAC) activities) must obtain an A-2 visa prior to arrival in Korea. Travelers must exit Korea prior to the entry stamp valid-through date.

(3) DoD personnel covered by the SOFA (Personnel in support of DoD operations) entering the Republic of Korea on an official Special Issuance (maroon) passport do not require a visa for stays of less than 90 days. (a) TAD/TDY personnel staying less than 90 days must obtain an entry stamp upon

arrival in Korea. Travelers must exit Korea prior to the entry stamp expiration date. (b) Personnel staying more than 90 days MUST obtain an A-3 Visa and SOFA

stamp within 90 days of arrival in Korea. Contact USFK for additional information.

3. Eligible family members.

a. Special Issuance Passport required.

(1) Personnel under COM authority and their family members are NOT eligible to use a Special Issuance blue passport for assignment to ROK. Diplomatic Special Issuance (black) passports are required for COM authority personnel and family members who maintain US citizenship.

(2) Eligible family members whose sponsor is covered under the SOFA (Sponsor in support of military operations) requires a Special Issuance Passport. (a) Eligible family members of US military personnel receive the blue Special

Issuance Passport. (b) Eligible family members of DoD civilian personnel receive the same type

passport as that of the sponsor.

(3) Eligible family members on a command sponsored assignment may use a Regular (tourist) passport for travel when there is a delay in obtaining the Special Issuance Passport; however, subsequent obtainment of a Special Issuance Passport is required. Personnel will not be reimbursed for the cost of obtaining a tourist passport.

(4) Issuance of airline tickets and boarding should not be denied for lack of a Special Issuance Passport.

i. Visa requirements.

(1) Command-sponsored dependent visas must match that of the sponsor.

(2) Non-DoD personnel and DoD personnel under COM authority or not covered by the SOFA holding Diplomatic or Official Special Issuance (maroon) passports, require a visa. Visa must be obtained prior to arrival. Visa must match that of the sponsor. See I.A.1.d, above, for expanded visa requirements.

(3) Eligible family members holding an Official (maroon) or blue Special Issuance Passport require a visa if staying longer than 90 days. For stays longer than 90 days, visa and SOFA stamp can be obtained after arrival.

o. Dependent Entry Approval (DEA) is a Navy process to obtain permission from an area commander to bring dependents into a specific area. Information on how to obtain DEA and points of contact are available at http://www.public.navy.mil/BUPERS-NPC/SUPPORT/DISTRIBUTION/Pages/DependentEntry.aspx.

4. DoD-sponsored contractors.

a. Passport required. b. Visa requirements (Contractors covered under SOFA (i.e., supporting USFK):

(1) Personnel staying less than 90 days obtain an entry stamp upon arrival in Korea. Traveler must exit Korea prior to the entry stamp expiration date or obtain an A-3 Visa.

(2) Personnel staying more than 90 days MUST obtain an A-3 Visa within 90 days after arrival in Korea.

f. All DoD-sponsored contractors supporting USFK, regardless of length of stay, MUST obtain SOFA designation prior to performing contract work in the Republic of Korea. Contractors must have a USFK 700-19 Form completed and stamped. Refer to the following web site for complete instructions: http://www.usfk.mil/Organization/Acquisition-Management-FKAQ/.

g. Visa required for non-SOFA personnel. Visa must be obtained prior to arrival. DoD-sponsored contractors in support of Security Cooperation or Assistance activities (i.e., Foreign Military Sales or IAC activities) must verify the appropriate visa type or visa-waiver situation pertinent to their intended purpose and duration in-country.

5. Third-country nationals (including eligible family members).

a. ROK COVID-19 related precautions now require short-term visa holders to quarantine. The ROK has also implemented temporary suspension of visa waiver and visa-free entry programs for all countries and a visa is required to enter. Non-US citizen travelers or a eligible family-members who are third-country nationals must verify and coordinate all passport and visa requirements prior to traveling or be at risk of being refused boarding or being deported upon arrival.

(1) For visa information and visa applications, visit the Korea Visa Portal website.

(2) For country specific immigration information, visit the Korea Immigration Service website.

(3) Contact the nearest ROK embassy or consulate with any questions.

6. ROK officials may collect biometric data of foreign visitors at ports of entry (international airports and seaports). Questions about this requirement should be directed to the nearest ROK embassy or consulate.

7. Consult Section III , below, to ensure compliance with requirements for Country Clearance, Theater Clearance, and Special Area Clearance (if required).

B. IDENTIFICATION CREDENTIALS FOR LEAVE TRAVEL

1. Military personnel on leave require military ID cards and valid leave authorization. 2. Civilian personnel.

a. Passport required. b. Visa not required for tourist stays of less than 90 days. A visa is required for tourist stays

of 90 days or more.

(1) Obtain a visa before traveling to ROK.

(2) Tourist visas are valid for one entry within six months of issue for a 90 day stay. Visas cannot be extended and their status cannot be altered.

(3) Personnel staying in ROK for longer than 90 days must apply for an Alien Registration Card.

h. Travelers may obtain the latest visa information and entry requirements at the embassy of the Republic located at 2450 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20008, Phone: 202- 939-5600, fax: 202-797-0595 or visit the website at http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/us-en/index.do.

3. Third-country nationals.

a. Check passport requirements for country of citizenship and passport/visa requirements of ROK.

4. Requirements to register with the US Embassy: For information on registration, see VII.A, below. 5. Consult Section IV , below, to ensure compliance with any requirements for Country

Clearance, Theater Clearance, and Special Area Clearance (if required).

C. IMMUNIZATIONS AND OTHER MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. For current information on DoD immunizations requirements and recommendations, visit the Defense Health Agency website, http://www.health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Health-Readiness/Immunization-Healthcare/Vaccine-Recommendations/Vaccine-Recommendations-by-AOR.

2. The ROK no longer restricts tourists with HIV/AIDS from visiting. However, foreigners working in Korea as teachers on E-2 visas should be aware that many private and public schools require applicants to submit a negative HIV/AIDS test result as a condition of employment. For further information, contact your nearest ROK embassy or consulate.

3. Smallpox and anthrax vaccinations may be required. a. Smallpox and anthrax vaccinations are mandatory for PCS/Deployed/TAD/TDY travelers

(unless medically exempted) if staying in country for more than 15 consecutive days:

(1) US military personnel.

(2) DoD personnel classified as emergency-essential (EE) civilians.

(3) Contractor personnel classified as mission-essential (ME), if vaccination is a requirement of the applicable contract.

g. Vaccinations can begin 120 days prior to departure for personnel who are on orders or have been designated to deploy. For anthrax vaccinations, make every effort to receive at least three doses prior to deployment.

h. The smallpox and anthrax vaccines are voluntary for the following individuals if staying in country for more than 15 consecutive days:

(1) Adult dependents of military members.

(2) Non-EE DoD civilians (including non-appropriated fund employees).

(3) Adult dependents of DoD civilians (EE or non-EE).

(4) Non-ME contractor personnel, if vaccination is permitted in the applicable contract.

(5) Military members on regular leave status (not assigned or deployed to ROK).

r. Combatant command-, service-, or agency-specific policy or guidelines for implementation may exist. Details can be found on the website for DoD’s Smallpox Vaccination Program: https://health.mil/smallpox and DoD’s Anthrax Vaccination Program: https://health.mil/Anthrax.

4. FOR US Air Force only: All uniformed US Air Force personnel assigned, deployed or TDY to Japan or the ROK for 30 or more consecutive days will be vaccinated against Japanese Encephalitis. US Air Force civilians and eligible family members more than two (2) years of age that are assigned, deployed or TDY to Japan or the ROK for 30 or more consecutive days are encouraged to receive the vaccine.

5. ROK officials may take the temperature of passengers upon arrival. Individuals having a temperature or exhibiting cold or flu-like symptoms may be quarantined on arrival in South Korea.

D. IMMIGRATION, CUSTOMS, OR QUARANTINE INSPECTIONS

1. Customs and immigration inspection required. 2. US military aircraft departing Korean airports are submitted to COMMANDO PLUG procedures

and a narcotics check by drug-sniffing dogs. 3. All personnel must pay the airport departure tax of 27,000 won (approximately $25 USD).

Personnel on funded environmental morale leave, funded emergency leave, or consecutive overseas tour leave should request reimbursement of the departure tax at the airport office.

E. UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

1. Personnel may wear uniforms or civilian clothing.

F. SAME SEX SPOUSE AND LGBTI INFORMATION

1. Department of Defense (DoD) PCS SAME SEX SPOUSE ACCOMPANIED TOURS

NOTE 1: SOFA Clarification obtained from DASD (MPP)/OEPM.

a. DoD Instruction 1315.18, Procedures for Military Personnel Assignments, states that assignments will be made for all Service members without regard to color, race, religious preference, ethnic background, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender, consistent with requirements for physical capabilities, except in cases where SOFA protections are not extended to same sex spouses. The responsible Combatant Commander recommendation on command sponsorship of same sex spouses or domestic partners (civilian) is based upon a host nation determination of whether or not to extend Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) protections to same sex spouse or host nation law, safety, or political concerns that might put a same sex spouse at risk. It is DoD assignment policy that all command sponsored dependents should be afforded SOFA protections. The Combatant Commander’s command sponsorship recommendations can be found on the SOFA Clarification tracker. A Host Nation not listed on this tracker, listed as “Pending”, or determined "No" from a previous recommendation is not authorized same sex accompanied assignments until a country assessment is completed and reflected in this tracker.

2. Department of State (DOS) LGBTI INFORMATION

a. Consensual same-sex sexual activity is not criminalized. Korea is a conservative country in regards to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) issues. However, there are an increasing number of LGBTI-oriented clubs, festivals and NGOs advocating for LGBTI issues. The ROK National Human Rights Commission Act prohibits discrimination against individuals because of their sexual orientation, but there are no laws specifying punishment for persons found to have discriminated on this basis. Same-sex marriages are not recognized. Korean citizens can legally change their gender identity. See the LGBTI Travel Information page and section 6 of the Human Rights report for further details.

G. DUAL NATIONALS

1. Dual national males (including US service members) may be subject to compulsory military service. If the traveler has family ties to Korea, consult the nearest Korean embassy or consulate or the Korean Military Manpower Administration regarding potential citizenship obligations before entering South Korea.

H. OTHER

1. Clearance requirements for firearms. a. Firearms being imported without prior clearance may be refused entry, and firearms

being exported without clearance will be detained by customs authorities until cleared by Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) personnel, regardless of whether this delays the arrival or departure of DV personnel. (Note that under Korean law, foreign diplomatic personnel are authorized to store firearms only at their residence.)

b. Procedures for obtaining clearance to bring firearms into the ROK) depend upon whether the personnel bringing in the firearms are subject to US Forces Korea Regulation (USFKR) 190-41 under the SOFA or to MOFA regulations.

c. The SOFA and USFKR 190-41 apply to US military personnel and US Government civilians assigned to or coming TDY to support US Forces Korea or subordinate units. Such personnel should review the firearms shipping and clearance procedures in USFKR 190-41. If arriving by commercial air, they must also comply with service and common carrier regulations and must contact USFK 8th Army SOFA Support Division.

d. MOFA regulations apply to US military personnel and US Government civilians assigned to or coming TDY to US Embassy Seoul and to personnel security details (PSDs) accompanying US visitors to the Korean government or senior Korean military personnel. Such personnel must submit a message request as indicated below to the Regional Security Officer (RSO) at US Embassy Seoul.

(1) Submit the request by message to the following addresses: Action: AMEMBASSY SEOUL//RSO// Info: AMEMBASSY SEOUL//DAO//

(2) Content of the firearms request.

a. (a) Name of owner. (This must be the same individual who will physically carry the firearm(s) in Korea.)

b. (b) Purpose for possession of firearms. c. (c) Date and time of import or export, port of entry (i.e., K-16, Incheon, etc.),

and flight number. d. (d) Number, type(s), manufacturer(s), model(s), caliber(s), and serial numbers

of firearms. (Note that as a rule, only one firearm is authorized for each member of a PSD.)

e. (e) Rounds of ammunition for each weapon.

2. Travelers must refer to the websites under INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office for updated threat information and travel advisories.

SECTION II: AIRCRAFT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Blanket Clearances. a. Overflight clearance is granted for all US military aircraft.

(1)Notify USDAO Seoul by submitting an APACS request per para II.C, below.

(2) Submit the notification at least 10 calendar days prior to the flight.

(3) The APACS notification status will be approved, but a diplomatic clearance number will NOT be issued.

g. For all landings by US military aircraft at any airfield or airport in South Korea except those listed in II.A.1.c, below:

(1) File the flight plan and obtain a PPR.

(2) No clearance number required.

(3) Check the FLIP Enroute Supplement for PPR requirements. The PPR number should be coordinated directly with the air base after receipt of approval from the POCs listed in II.A.2.b, below.

(4) All DV aircraft missions must notify USDAO Seoul by submitting an APACS request per II.C, below and notifying USDAO Seoul via e-mail with DV information (i.e., title, rank, name).

o. For landings at the following airfields:

(1) Notify USDAO Seoul by submitting an Aircraft Clearance request via APACS, see II.C, below.

(2) Submit the notification at least 10 calendar days prior to the flight.

(3) No clearance number will be issued. USDAO Seoul will provide approval either via email or APACS.

(4) The following restrictions apply:

(a) Landings at Seoul AB (K-16):

(i) Seoul AB (RKSM) is a ROK military airfield. Use of K-16 (US Annex, operated by the 2-2 Assault Helicopter Battalion [BN]) should only be requested on a mission essential basis, not mission convenience. Fleet and fuel services, customs, immigration and quarantine are not readily available at K-16.

(ii) Remain overnight (RON) should not be requested - ground time will be limited to two (2) to three (3) hours.

(iii) Aircraft larger than a GIV - Gulfstream 350 / 450 (wingspan of approx. 78 feet) require more lead time, preferably a week or more. Facilitating larger aircraft requires deliberate planning by the BN and requires them to move aircraft from parking pads B4 and/or B5 to provide wingtip clearance onto the ramp.

(iv) Additionally, requests to park two (2) or more transient aircraft simultaneously typically requires aircraft to be moved from parking pads B5-B7

to create space, therefore, requests will generally be limited to one (1) aircraft at a time.

(v) The BN will continue to reserve the right to deny requests based on conflict with/impact to the unit's ongoing operations.

Landings at Incheon International Airport (RKSI) should only be requested based on mission necessity, not mission convenience.

Landings at Kimpo International Airport (K-14) (RKSS) are not authorized. Only aircraft with in-flight emergencies can be cleared to land at Kimpo International Airport.

In accordance with USFK Reg 95-5, all US military units deploying aircraft for staging operations to air bases in the ROK are required to contact their service POC for permission to deploy. USAF units should contact 7 AF/A3A at DSN 315-784-4439 / 9456 or e-mail at 7af.a3aorg@us.af.mil. Navy and Marine units contact: COMNAVFORKOREA SEOUL KOR. Marine units will provide info copy to COMUSMARFORK SEOUL KOR. Army units contact: CDRUSAEIGHT SEOUL KOR//CJ-EA//. Classified requests for deployment to bases other than Osan or Kunsan must be releasable to ROK personnel (RELROK).

Check the FLIP Enroute Supplement for PPR requirements. The PPR number should be coordinated directly with the air base after receipt of approval from the POCs listed in II.A.2.b.

2. One-Time Clearances.

a. Landings at Seoul AB (K-16):

(1) Seoul AB (RKSM) is a ROK military airfield. Use of K-16 (US Annex, operated by the 2-2 Assault Helicopter Battalion [BN]) should only be requested based on mission necessity, not mission convenience. Fleet and fuel services, customs, immigration and quarantine are not normally available at K-16. Prior coordination via diplomatic channels is required to receive these services.

(2) Remain overnight (RON) should not be requested - ground time will be limited to two (2) - three (3) hours.

(3) Aircraft larger than a GIV - Gulfstream 350 / 450 (wingspan of approx. 78 feet) require more lead time, preferably a week or more. Facilitating larger aircraft requires deliberate planning by the BN and requires them to move aircraft from parking pads B4 and/or B5 to provide wingtip clearance onto the ramp.

(4) Additionally, requests to park two (2) or more transient aircraft simultaneously typically requires aircraft to be moved from parking pads B5-B7 to create space, therefore, requests will generally be limited to one (1) aircraft at a time.

(5) The BN will continue to reserve the right to deny requests based on conflict with / impact to the unit's ongoing operations.

k. Landings at Incheon International Airport (RKSI) should only be requested based on mission necessity, not mission convenience.

l. Landings at Kimpo International Airport (K-14) (RKSS) are not authorized. Only aircraft with in-flight emergencies can be cleared to land at Kimpo International Airport.

m. In accordance with USFK Reg 95-5, all US military units deploying aircraft for staging operations to air bases in the ROK are required to contact their service POC for permission to deploy. USAF units should contact 7 AF/A3A at DSN 315-784-4439 / 9456

or e-mail at 7af.a3aorg@us.af.mil. Navy and Marine units contact: COMNAVFORKOREA SEOUL KOR. Marine units will provide info copy to COMUSMARFORK SEOUL KOR. Army units contact: CDRUSAEIGHT SEOUL KOR//CJ-EA//. Classified requests for deployment to bases other than Osan or Kunsan must be releasable to ROK personnel (RELROK).

n. Missions requiring coordination: All aircraft using airbase facilities must have previously coordinated with and received approval from POC's listed in II.A.2.b, above. Exceptions to this policy are:

(1) Aircraft using routine transient services (not remaining overnight).

(2) AMC channel aircraft.

(3) AMC special assignment airlift missions (SAAM) which operate into USAF and US/ROK airbases using USAF facilities and AMC traffic personnel, and other airbases if the SAAM user has received approval from the controlling headquarters (USAFK, ROKAF, ROKA, ROKN, EUSA, USNFK).

(4) Medical evacuation flights.

(5) Four or fewer fighter aircraft on cross-country flights to Osan or Kunsan requiring only standard transient services.

(6) Peacetime Aerial Reconnaissance Program (PARPRO) aircraft deployed to Osan or Kunsan Airbases.

(7) Aircraft deployed to SAFE HAVEN bases in support of typhoon evacuation plans IAW PACAFR 55-21.

3. DoD commercial contract aircraft must use the DoD Commercial Contract Aircraft Appendix for overflight and landing procedures. Do NOT use Section II.

B. LEAD-TIME AND VALIDITY

1. Lead-time. a. Overflights: 10 days. Note US Embassy and consulates are closed on US and ROK

holidays, see VII.B.2 below. b. 10 days for aircraft requesting approval for Incheon or Seoul AB. c. 10 days for DV disembarking at Incheon IAP or Seoul Air Base (K-16). Prior coordination

with USDAO Seoul or political office is required. d. 45 days for coordination and approval for deployments covered in II.A.2.b, above. e. 60 days for units requesting assistance writing Air Tasking Orders (ATO) during their

deployment. See USFKR 95-5 for suggested format and content. f. 45 days for units requesting USAF logistical support. See USFKR 95-5 for suggested

format and content. g. Requests received less than 30 days prior to deployment date may be disapproved with

little notice to requestor. 2. Clearance valid for: The approved time plus or minus 72 hours.

C. CONTENT OF CLEARANCE REQUEST

1. Prepare and submit the clearance request with APACS at https://apacs.milcloud.mil/apacs or if classified, https://apacs.milcloud.smil.mil/apacs.

2. Country-specific information for inclusion in the “Country Specific Information” field on the “Itinerary” tab in APACS.

a. Route of Flight:

(1) Territory/FIR entry point (name or coordinates), date/time (Z).

(2) Route of flight within territory or FIR of country.

(3) Territory/FIR exit point (name or coordinates), date/time (Z).

3. If the Aircraft Clearance Request is classified, use SIPR APACS and include paragraph markings and downgrade instructions to ensure timely processing.

4. During contingency operations when APACS is not available reference the Foreign Clearance Manual, Figure C2.F1 for clearance request template and contact the clearance approver directly for instructions on how to transmit the request.

D. ROUTE, FLIGHT, AND OTHER OPERATIONAL INFORMATION

1. Route G585, from KPO to SEL, is only authorized for westbound traffic. Only under very specific or exceptional circumstances should aircraft request eastbound flight from SEL to KPO on G585. Aircraft that must fly eastbound from SEL to KPO on G585 must obtain a PPR from Incheon Area Control Center at least 24 hours in advance.

2. Route G597, from KAE to LANAT, is only authorized for eastbound traffic. Only under very specific or exceptional circumstances should aircraft request westbound flight from LANAT to KAE on G597. Aircraft that must fly westbound from LANAT to KAE on G597 must obtain a PPR from Incheon Area Control Center at least 24 hours in advance.

3. There is a permanent embargo on Class A and B explosives at Incheon International. 4. DV aircraft carrying personnel security details (PSDs) with firearms require firearms clearance.

For more information, see I.F.1.

E. AIRPORTS

1. Enter and depart. (NOTE: Cheju, Chinhae, Kimhae, Kimpo, and Kunsan may also be referred to as Jeju, Jinhae, Gimhae, Gimpo, and Gunsan, respectively.)

Osan/Osan AB (RKSO) (K-55) Desiderio AAF/USAG Humphreys (RKSG) (A-511) Suwon/Suwon AB (RKSW) (K-13) Taegu/Taegu AB (RKTN) (K-2) Cheju/Cheju Intl (RKPC) (K-40) Kunsan/Kunsan AB (RKJK) (K-8) Kimhae/Kimhae Intl - Pusan (RKPK) (K-1) Chinhae/Chinhae (RKPE) (K-10) Kwangju/Kwangju AB (RKJJ) (K-7) Pohang/Pohang (RKTH) (K-3)

2. Additional airport information. a. Unit mission planners and/or aircrews should refer to the Defense Logistics Agency

(DLA) Energy AIR Card System website (Agree with the “Usage Alert” statement by clicking “I agree”; then click on the “FBO Locator” menu on the upper right-hand side of the webpage) for available fuel contract merchants who accept the AIR Card for fuel and/or ground services. Every effort will be made to purchase fuel from the designated contract merchants. Any local merchant that accepts the AIR Card may be used for ground-handling services.

(1) Aircrews experiencing long delays for fuel delivery negatively affecting the mission and/or unsatisfactory services from contracted merchants, should report each occurrence to Customer-Support@aircardsys.com. For immediate assistance while on the ground, call the 24-hour phone number 1-866-308-3811.

c. Customs and immigration, and quarantine are available during normal duty hours at Osan AB, Suwon AB, Taegu AB, and Cheju International. Outside of normal duty hours, customs clearance is available on 12 hours notice for active-duty military personnel. For all others, immigration clearance outside of normal duty hours requires a minimum of 72 hours notice to coordinate support and respond to the requestor. Quarantine is only available at Incheon International. Customs and immigration clearance at Kimhae requires 30 days prior notice except for depot input aircraft.

d. Kunsan AB: Korean immigration has restricted operating hours. All flights with passengers require Korean immigration clearance and must be scheduled to arrive between 0800 and 1800L (2300 and 0900Z), Monday through Friday.

(1) Immigration service outside these hours is available only on a case-by-case basis for emergency missions and diverts and must be requested at least 72 hours in advance through the Air Mobility Command Air Terminal Operations Center (AMC ATOC) at Kunsan AB. AMC ATOC phone numbers: DSN: 315-782-4737 Commercial: 011-82-63-470-4737 DSN fax: 315-782-5616 Commercial fax: 011-82-63-470-5616

f. Desiderio AAF/USAG Humphreys: Customs/Immigration/Quarantine is not currently available at this location. Coordinate in advance to ensure USFK customs is available to process.

g. Kimhae International, Cheju International, and Incheon International impose a passenger service charge when travelers depart Korea. SOFA personnel (US Armed Forces, civilian components, and their eligible family members) on PCS or TDY in Korea are exempt from this service charge. A certificate of departure (USFK Form 223EK) must be obtained from the inbound SOFA customs team located at Kimhae International or Incheon International, the sponsoring unit, or the local military passenger travel office.

h. Commander US Forces, Korea and CINCUNC recommend flights terminating in Seoul area should plan to utilize Osan AB as primary terminal.

i. At Incheon International, Cheju International, and Seoul Air Base, non-contract fleet service, ground handling, and security are available on a reimbursable basis. Settle any ground-handling charges of less than $50 USD by immediate cash payment, and obtain reimbursement by submitting SF-1164 (Claim for Reimbursement for Expenditures on Official Business). For charges over $50 USD, the US Government AIR Card is preferred, but Standard Form 44 (or the appropriate Service form) is accepted. If the aircraft contains non-removable, non-securable classified material, US military guards are

required. Send a 14-day landing advisory, along with any other support requirements, to USDAO Seoul.

j. Suwon AB does not have the ability to handle originating or terminating cargo operations. k. Military aircraft are exempt from landing fees only. Fleet services and ground handling

charges are chargeable. Use of the US Government AIR Card is preferred, but SF 44 is accepted.

l. DV aircraft carrying personnel security details (PSDs) with firearms require firearms clearance. For more information, see I.F.

SECTION III: PERSONNEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR OFFICIAL TRAVEL

ATTENTION: Required COVID-19 testing guidance for travel by means of USTRANSCOM, AMC or commercially contracted modes of travel. See guidance

in USTRANSCOM GENADMIN to Joint Force Updating COVID-19 Travel Requirements in Response to FHP 14. (link)

RESTRICTION 1: AS OF 26 FEBRUARY 2020, INDOPACOM FORCE PROTECTION DIRECTIVE 20-006 TRAVEL RESTRICTION SUPERSEDES ALL TRAVEL

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. SEE THE LINKED INDOPACOM FORCE PROTECTION DIRECTIVE 20-006 FOR

DETAILS. RESTRICTION 2: In order to support ongoing diplomatic efforts on the Korean

Peninsula, visits to Headquarters, United Nations Command; Headquarters, Combined Forces Command; and all forces assigned to United States Forces Korea are restricted to DV-3 and higher level visitors during the period 27 July

2020 to 05 September 2020. DV-4 and lower distinguished visitors must request exception through the Chief of Staff, United States Forces Korea at:

pacom.yongsan.usfk.list.usfk-cos-frontoffice@mail.mil. The Commander UNC/CFC/USFK will approve only mission-critical DV-4 and below visitors

seeking travel onto the Korean Peninsula during this aforementioned window.

NOTE 1: See Section III.A.1.b, below, "Additional Information", for restrictions and important information.

NOTE 2: Effective 07 December 2017, CDR INDOPACOM directed implementation of a new Force Protection Condition (FPCON) program that includes specific measures and applicable restrictions for all countries in the INDOPACOM AOR (HQ INDOPACOM HONOLULU//J3// 071700Z DEC 17). Travelers are directed to comply with the new INDOPACOM FPCON Program, which is available in the "Pre-travel Instructions" of the Travel Tracker/Individual Antiterrorism Plan (TT/IATP) program (https://iatp.pacom.mil/travel_requirements).

A. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. COUNTRY CLEARANCE a. Required for:

1. DoD-Military: i. Country Clearance is required. ii. Request Country Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below.

iii. For questions concerning Country Clearance requirements or the status of the Country Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact the appropriate organization according to VI.A.2, below with the APACS request ID number.

iv. Non-DV travelers may assume clearance unless otherwise notified within 10 days. 2. DoD-Civilian:

i. Country Clearance is required. ii. Request Country Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below. iii. For questions concerning Country Clearance requirements or the status of the

Country Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact the appropriate organization according to VI.A.2, below with the APACS request ID number.

iv. Non-DV travelers may assume clearance unless otherwise notified within 10 days. 3. DoD-Sponsored Contractor:

i. Country Clearance is required. ii. Request Country Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below. iii. For questions concerning Country Clearance requirements or the status of the

Country Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact the appropriate organization according to VI.A.2, below with the APACS request ID number.

iv. DoD-sponsored contractors traveling TDY/PCS to Korea in support of the US Armed Forces or other armed forces in the ROK under the Unified Command receiving logistics support from the US Armed Forces under the US-ROK Status of Forces Agreement must submit USFK_Form_700_19A_R_E in accordance with USFK_Reg_700_19 to establish Invited Contractor (IC) or Technical Representatives (TR) status. A lead time of 45 days is desired. This requirement does not apply to contractors supporting Defense Security Assistance Agency, Department of State, Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or their sponsoring agencies.

4. Foreign National:

i. Country Clearance is required. ii. Request Country Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below. iii. For questions concerning Country Clearance requirements or the status of the

Country Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact the appropriate organization according to VI.A.2, below with the APACS request ID number.

5. Family Member:

i. Not required. b. Additional Information:

1. An APACS request for Country Clearance is not required for PCS travel; however, it is required for TAD/TDY to the Republic of Korea.

2. DoD personnel conducting official visits to the Republic of Korea Agency for Defense Development (ADD) must inform the in-country Security Cooperation Organization, JUSMAG-K Development Directorate at DSN: 315-725-8116 or via e-mail to: indopacom.yongsan.usfk.list.jusmag-k-iac@mail.mil.

3. USAF personnel, to include reserve and Air National Guard, must read the additional Commander, PACAF (COMPACAF) requirements while on TDY and/or liberty (pass/leave) in the INDOPACOM AOR.

4. DV personnel (general or flag officers and SES personnel or the equivalent) must not assume clearance and must obtain approval prior to commencing travel. Non-DV travelers may assume clearance unless otherwise notified within 10 days.

5. United Nations Command and United States Forces Korea Command engagements requested by Distinguished Visitors occur at the General John William Vessey, Jr. Headquarters Building, (UNC/USFK HQ), Camp Humphreys, Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea.

6. Personnel whose route of flight to Republic of Korea transits China must have a valid passport. Refer to the DoD FCG entry for China for Chinese visa requirements. Personnel cannot, under any circumstances, transit China en-route to South Korea on military ID Card and travel orders. There are no exceptions. DoD and US Government personnel in possession of military and sensitive government equipment SHALL NOT transit China en-route to third-country temporary duty locations. Travelers are urged to monitor any changes that their air carrier may implement en-route to ensure that transit through China does not occur. Chinese customs officials have performed inspections of transiting passengers, declaring certain military equipment (including sensitive items) and dangerous items (such as knives) prohibited items under Chinese law and have confiscated and fined passengers arbitrarily. This includes the special administrative region of Hong Kong. DTS may allow travelers to purchase tickets that transit China; however, this option shall not be selected if in possession of said items.

7. International Conferences.

(a) Country Clearance is required for DoD and DoD-sponsored travelers entering the country exclusively to attend an international conference.

2. THEATER CLEARANCE

NOTE 1: Theater Clearance is required for travel to any foreign country in the INDOPACOM AOR regardless of point of origin. A common misconception is that Theater Clearance is required only for travel originating from a location/country outside the INDOPACOM AOR to a foreign country in the INDOPACOM AOR. INDOPACOM Theater Clearance is required for travel into and throughout the INDOPACOM AOR, even travel from a country in the INDOPACOM AOR to another.

a. Required for: 1. DoD-Military: i. Theater Clearance is required for DoD-sponsored travel. Theater Clearance is NOT

required for non-DoD sponsored travel. ii. Request Theater Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below. iii. If mandatory pre-travel training requirements cannot be completed due to lack of

access or security issues, identify those requirements not completed in APACS and why they were not completed.

iv. For questions concerning Theater Clearance requirements or the status of the Theater Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office with the APACS request ID number.

v. Theater Clearance is required for personnel under the Force Protection (FP) responsibility of the INDOPACOM Commander. Theater Clearance is not required for personnel under US Embassy Chief of Mission FP responsibility, personnel traveling under PCS orders, and non-DoD military personnel.

2. DoD-Civilian: i. Theater Clearance is required. ii. Request Theater Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below. iii. For questions concerning Theater Clearance requirements or the status of the

Theater Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office with the APACS request ID number.

iv. Theater Clearance is required for personnel under the Force Protection (FP) responsibility of the INDOPACOM Commander. Theater Clearance is not required for personnel under US Embassy Chief of Mission FP responsibility, personnel traveling under PCS orders, and non-DoD military personnel.

3. DoD-Sponsored Contractor: i. Theater Clearance is required.

ii. Request Theater Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below. iii. For questions concerning Theater Clearance requirements or the status of the

Theater Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office with the APACS request ID number.

iv. Theater Clearance is required for personnel under the Force Protection (FP) responsibility of the INDOPACOM Commander. Theater Clearance is not required for personnel under US Embassy Chief of Mission FP responsibility, personnel traveling under PCS orders, and non-DoD military personnel.

4. Foreign National: i. Theater Clearance is required. ii. Request Theater Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see III.E below. iii. For questions concerning Theater Clearance requirements or the status of the

Theater Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office with the APACS request ID number.

iv. Theater Clearance is required for personnel under the Force Protection (FP) responsibility of the INDOPACOM Commander. Theater Clearance is not required for personnel under US Embassy Chief of Mission FP responsibility, personnel traveling under PCS orders, and non-DoD military personnel.

5. Family Member: i. Not required.

3. SPECIAL AREA CLEARANCE

NOTE Special Area Clearance is not required.

B. FORCE PROTECTION RESPONSIBILITY

1. Identify who has Force Protection (FP) responsibility if an incident occurs. Usually, if working in or visiting a US Embassy, choose Chief of Mission (COM), but if TDY/TAD or Combatant Command duties choose CCMD.

2. Check CCMD/COM agreement for specific responsibilities and consult the FCG contact information section for CCMD FP POC.

C. MANDATORY PRE-TRAVEL TRAINING AND DOCUMENTATION

NOTE 1: Service components may have more restrictive requirements that their military members, civilian employees, and DoD-sponsored travelers must meet prior to submitting a clearance request.

NOTE 2: FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL CAUSE DELAY AND/OR DISAPPROVAL OF TRAVEL REQUEST.

NOTE 3: DoD-sponsored contractors: In accordance with the terms of their contracts, DoD-sponsored contractors are to comply to the extent feasible with Personnel Recovery (PR) Theater Entry Requirements (TERs). Following are specific examples in which travelers are NOT required to complete PR TERs: a. DoD civilians and sponsored contractors on unofficial travel (leave). b. DoD sponsored contractors on official orders that are NOT designated under contract for Contractors Authorized to Accompany the Force (CAAF). c. Non-CAAF DoD sponsored contractors under a contract that does NOT specifically direct personnel to meet the PR TERs.

NOTE 4: INDOPACOM MANDATORY PRE-TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS (Four (4) total requirements):

a. Travel Tracker/Individual Antiterrorism Plan (TT/IATP) (link); b. AT Level 1 (link); c. AOR Location Specific Brief (link); and d. Personnel Recovery (PR) Theater Entry Requirements (TERs) (link).

1. TT/IATP Entry #: Travel Tracker/Individual Antiterrorism Plan entry number. a. Applicability:

1. Required for all US DoD military, DoD civilians, USCG members (with the exception of PCS travel and unit deployments) and DoD-sponsored contractors on official travel.

b. Validity:

1. Must be completed prior to entry into the AOR. c. Instructions:

1. Complete TT/IATP before submitting APACS and enter TT/IATP Entry # in the APACS request.

2. Failure to complete TT/IATP (approved by chain of command if required) before submitting the APACS will delay APACS processing and may result in denial of Theater Clearance.

3. See attached instructions for Travel Tracker Individual AT Plan (TT/IATP). 2. SCI Brief: Sensitive Compartmented Information briefing.

a. Applicability: 1. All travelers with SCI clearance.

b. Validity: 1. None reported.

c. Instructions: 1. Travelers need to contact their local Security Manager and SSO office for requirements

and information. 3. FACT: Foreign Affairs Counter-Threat.

a. Applicability: 1. Mandatory training requirement for DoD travelers on TDY / Deployment / PCS status

assigned for 45 or more cumulative days in a calendar year under the security responsibility of the Secretary of State/Chief of Mission (i.e., travel under Annex A of the country-specific security MOA).

2. This requirement does not apply to travelers under the security responsibility of the Combatant Commander (i.e., travel under COCOM, Annex B of the country-specific security MOA), or those on the staff of an international organization.

3. This requirement does not apply to DoD-Sponsored Contractors unless specified in the contract.

4. Click here for temporary “Requirements for Waiver Requests”. b. Validity:

1. Five (5) years from completion date. c. Instructions:

1. See attached FACT: CT650 – Foreign Affairs Counter-Threat Instructions. 4. HTSOS: High Threat Security Overseas Seminar.

a. Applicability: 1. Mandatory training requirement for DoD travelers on TDY / Deployment / PCS status

assigned for less than 45 cumulative days in a calendar year under the security responsibility of the Secretary of State/Chief of Mission (i.e., travel under Annex A of the country-specific security MOA).

2. This requirement does not apply to travelers under the security responsibility of the Combatant Commander (i.e., travel under COCOM, Annex B of the country-specific security MOA), or those on the staff of an international organization.

3. This requirement does not apply to DoD-Sponsored Contractors unless specified in the contract.

b. Validity: 1. Five (5) years from completion date.

c. Instructions: 1. For Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) / Office of the Secretary of Defense

(OSD) travelers: Obtain training via the iCompass Learning Management System (LMS).

2. All other travelers: Follow the attached DOS instructions: HTSOS: HT401 – High Threat Security Overseas Seminar Instructions.

5. Other:

a. Additional country-specific mandatory training.

(1) All military, civilian and contractor personnel PCSing or TDY to the Korean AOR must complete the Korea-specific training available on the USFK homepage at http://www.usfk.mil/Newcomers/Training.aspx. This training covers topics such command policies, the sexual assault prevention and response program, force protection, and various Korea-specific items.

(2) For additional explanation: (a) Consult USFK Regulation 350-2, available on the website USFK homepage,

above. (b) Call the office of the Deputy, Personnel Services Division, J1, US Forces Korea

at DSN 315-723-3742.

(3) Completed training must be annotated in the remarks section of traveler’s orders or the training certificate must be hand-carried.

D. LEAD-TIME NOTE 1: US Embassy and consulates are closed on US and ROK holidays. See Section VII.B.2, below.

1. DV travelers: 30 days and Non-DV travelers: 10 days. 2. If lead-time requirement is not met, provide justification why the visit cannot be postponed and

must occur on requested dates of travel. 3. DV Travel requests that fail to meet the 30 day lead-time requirement must submit a formal

written request for an exception to policy with appropriate justification.

E. CONTENT OF CLEARANCE REQUEST

1. Prepare and submit the clearance request using APACS at https://apacs.milcloud.mil/apacs, or if classified, https://apacs.milcloud.smil.mil/apacs. Complete the APACS request using the following guidance.

2. MAIN a. Subject:

1. In the subject line specify the highest ranked traveler, number of additional travelers, operation and/or exercise name.

b. Purpose of Travel:

1. Give the 5W’s. (Who, What, Where, When, Why). Be detailed with reasonable specificity; and avoid acronyms. This should be a stand-alone headline version statement that conveys the gist of the event. Do NOT just use wording such as "TDY/TAD" or "Official".

a. Example 1: 2 ea AF Communication personnel for scheduled rotation ISO Network Ops Office, Camp Swampy;

b. Example 2: 2 ea Army Civil Affairs personnel for 2 iterations of 3 day mil to mil event, Buddy First Aid Principles (TCSMIS Event: BWA ###);

c. Example 3: 1 ea Navy logistician for Staff Augmentation to embassy OSC for a ship visit.

c. Sponsoring Agency:

1. Select from the drop down menu which agency is paying for this travel. d. Notes:

1. If the APACS request is classified, include paragraph markings and downgrade instructions to ensure timely processing.

3. ITINERARY

a. Approving Organization: 1. USFK Protocol processes all DV SOFA Country Clearance requests. 2. US Embassy Seoul processes all Chief of Mission Country Clearance requests, see

VI.A.2, below. 3. USFK Service representatives process all non-DV SOFA Country Clearance requests,

see VI.A.2, below. 4. INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office processes all Theater Clearance requests.

b. Country Required Information: 1. All Travelers

a. Certify that the traveler(s) completed the Korea-specific training available on the USFK homepage at http://www.usfk.mil/Newcomers/Training.aspx. For additional information on USFK requirements, contact USFK.

c. Theater Required Information: 1. All Travelers

a. State “Traveler(s) has submitted the INDOPACOM Travel Tracker data (TT/IATP) Entry #_______”. TT/IATP entry number is received via separate e-mail upon submission of the TT/IATP request.

d. Location: 1. Town/city/base the traveler will be in when in-country, be specific.

e. Official Travel In-country Lodging and Point of Contact (POC): 1. Unit/Organization to be Visited:

a. Enter visiting Unit/Org point of contact name. b. Enter the lodging, in-country POC contact information.

2. Unit/Organization POC name: a. Enter visiting Unit/Org point of contact name.

3. POC rank: a. Enter visiting Unit/Org point of contact rank.

4. POC commercial phone: a. Enter visiting Unit/Org point of contact commercial phone number.

5. Lodging Name: a. Enter hotel or military base billeting name.

6. Lodging Address: a. Enter hotel or billeting physical address.

7. Lodging commercial phone: a. Enter commercial phone number.

f. Logistical Support:

1. List any requirements of logistical support expected from US Embassy personnel. a. Example, hotel reservations, ground transportation, etc.

2. Travelers are expected to make hotel reservations through Defense Travel System (DTS) or through their own local travel office, except in rare circumstances (i.e. No DTS or travel office availability). Travelers should also be prepared to self-secure transportation such as taxi or train. If requesting logistical support from USDAO Seoul or USFK, contact hosting unit directly and confirm support requirements. Travelers are expected to lodge in on-base billeting when available and appropriate. Contact lodging for availability.

3. Provide funding data. 4. TRAVELER

a. Mission Training Requirements: 1. Relevant required training prior to travel, if not already addressed in the traveler

section. a. Example: Information pertaining to the approval of the FP Plan, required statements,

etc. 5. Traveler's Home Station Point of Contact (POC):

a. Local representative at traveler's home station/unit who can be reached on their behalf while on travel.

b. Provide an individual from the travelers organization that is not a member of the traveling party.

1. Name: a. Enter Supervisor’s or Commander’s name.

2. Unit/Organization Name:

a. Enter Unit/organizational name and/or symbol. 3. POC Commercial phone:

a. Enter POC commercial phone. 4. Home station POC e-mail:

a. Enter home station POC e-mail. 5. POC rank:

a. Enter POC rank. 6. Unit Location:

a. Enter Unit/organizational location (i.e., base, post, etc.).

SECTION IV: PERSONNEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR LEAVE

TRAVEL ATTENTION: Due to the potential for travel disruptions because of the ongoing

COVID-19 crisis, Commander, INDOPACOM, advises all travelers (including DoD civilians/contractors on leave and family members) to review the latest

travel/health alerts and pertinent information for their destination at:

a. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov (link)

b. World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 (link)

c. Department of State (DOS): https://www.travel.state.gov (link) d. INDOPACOM Travel Tracker/Individual Antiterrorism Plan (TT/IATP) program:

https://iatp.pacom.mil (link)

NOTE 1: USAF personnel, to include reserve and Air National Guard, must read and understand the additional Commander, PACAF (COMPACAF) requirements while on TDY and/or liberty (pass/leave) in the INDOPACOM AOR.

NOTE 2: Personnel whose route of flight to South Korea transits China must have a valid passport. Refer to the DoD FCG entry for China for Chinese visa requirements. Personnel cannot, under any circumstances, transit China enroute to South Korea on military ID Card and travel orders. There are no exceptions. DoD and US Government personnel in possession of military and sensitive government equipment SHALL NOT transit China en-route to third-country temporary duty locations. Travelers are urged to monitor any changes that their air carrier may implement en-route to ensure that transit through China does not occur. Chinese customs officials have performed inspections of transiting passengers, declaring certain military equipment (including sensitive items) and dangerous items (such as knives) prohibited items under Chinese law and have confiscated and fined passengers arbitrarily. This includes the special administrative region of Hong Kong. DTS may allow travelers to purchase tickets that transit China; however, this option shall not be selected if in possession of said items.

NOTE 3: Effective 07 December 2017, CDR INDOPACOM directed implementation of a new Force Protection Condition (FPCON) program that includes specific measures and applicable restrictions for all countries in the INDOPACOM AOR (HQ INDOPACOM HONOLULU//J3// 071700Z DEC 17). Travelers are directed to comply with the new INDOPACOM FPCON Program, which is available in the "Pre-travel Instructions" of the Travel Tracker/Individual Antiterrorism Plan (TT/IATP) program (https://iatp.pacom.mil/travel_requirements).

A. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. COUNTRY CLEARANCE

NOTE Country Clearance is not required.

2. THEATER CLEARANCE

NOTE 1: Theater Clearance is required for travel to any foreign country in the INDOPACOM AOR regardless of point of origin. A common misconception is that Theater Clearance is required only for travel originating from a location/country outside the INDOPACOM AOR to a foreign country in the INDOPACOM AOR. INDOPACOM Theater Clearance is required for travel into and throughout the INDOPACOM AOR, even travel from a country in the INDOPACOM AOR to another.

a. Required for: 1. DoD-Military: i. Theater Clearance is required. ii. Request Theater Clearance via APACS. For information on APACS, see IV.E below. iii. For questions concerning Theater Clearance requirements or the status of the

Theater Clearance for a submitted APACS request, contact INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office with the APACS request ID number.

iv. Theater Clearance is required for personnel under the Force Protection (FP) responsibility of the INDOPACOM Commander. Theater Clearance is not required for personnel under US Embassy Chief of Mission FP responsibility, personnel traveling under PCS orders, and non-DoD military personnel.

2. DoD-Civilian:

i. Theater Clearance is not required. ii. DoD Civilians are encouraged to submit an APACS request for Force Protection

purposes. 3. Family Member:

i. Theater Clearance is not required. ii. Family members are encouraged to submit an APACS request for Force Protection

purposes. b. Additional Information:

1. See IDENTIFICATION CREDENTIALS FOR LEAVE TRAVEL requirements in Section I.B.

2. See IMMUNIZATIONS AND OTHER MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS in section I.C. 3. See IMMIGRATION, CUSTOMS, OR QUARANTINE INSPECTION in section I.D. 4. See OTHER general requirements in section I.H.

3. SPECIAL AREA CLEARANCE

NOTE Special Area Clearance is not required.

B. FORCE PROTECTION RESPONSIBILITY

1. Identify who has Force Protection (FP) responsibility if an incident occurs. Usually, if working in or visiting a US Embassy, choose Chief of Mission (COM), but if TDY/TAD or Combatant Command duties choose CCMD.

2. Check CCMD/COM agreement for specific responsibilities and consult the FCG contact information section for CCMD FP POC.

C. MANDATORY PRE-TRAVEL TRAINING AND DOCUMENTATION

NOTE 1: FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL CAUSE DELAY AND/OR DISAPPROVAL OF TRAVEL REQUEST.

NOTE 2: INDOPACOM MANDATORY PRE-TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS (Four (4) total requirements):

a. Travel Tracker/Individual Antiterrorism Plan (TT/IATP) (link); b. AT Level 1 (link); c. AOR Location Specific Brief (link); and d. Personnel Recovery (PR) Theater Entry Requirements (TERs) (link).

1. TT/IATP Entry #: Travel Tracker/Individual Antiterrorism Plan entry number. a. Applicability:

1. Required for all active-duty US DoD military and USCG members. 2. Other DoD personnel (Civilians, DoD-Sponsored Contractors and Family Members) and

USCG civilians are encouraged to enter unofficial travel into TT/IATP. b. Validity:

1. Must be completed prior to entry into the AOR. c. Instructions:

1. Complete TT/IATP before submitting APACS and enter TT/IATP Entry # in the APACS request.

2. Failure to complete TT/IATP (approved by chain of command if required) before submitting the APACS will delay APACS processing and may result in denial of Theater Clearance.

3. See attached instructions for Travel Tracker Individual AT Plan (TT/IATP). 2. SCI Brief: Sensitive Compartmented Information briefing.

a. Applicability: 1. All travelers with SCI clearance.

b. Validity: 1. None reported.

c. Instructions: 1. Travelers need to contact their local Security Manager and SSO office for requirements

and information.

D. LEAD-TIME

1. 15 days. 2. If lead-time requirement is not met, provide justification why the visit cannot be postponed and

must occur on requested dates of travel. 3. If requesting leave clearance on short notice:

a. State the “Purpose of Travel” in APACS appropriate for emergency leave. Examples of appropriate purposes are death or illness in the family.

(1) Check “Emergency Leave”, if appropriate.

E. CONTENT OF CLEARANCE REQUEST

1. Prepare and submit the clearance request using APACS at https://apacs.milcloud.mil/apacs. Complete the APACS request using the following guidance.

2. MAIN a. Subject:

1. In the subject line specify leave travel, the highest ranked traveler, and number of additional travelers.

b. Notes:

1. Reason for leave. Specify reason such as vacation, leisure, family visit, dying family member, etc.

3. ITINERARY

a. Approving Organization: 1. INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office processes all Theater Clearance requests.

b. Country Required Information: 1. All Travelers

a. None Reported. State N/A in this block of the APACS request. c. Theater Required Information:

1. All Travelers

a. State “Traveler(s) has submitted the INDOPACOM Travel Tracker data (TT/IATP) Entry #_______.” TT/IATP entry number is received via separate e-mail upon submission of the TT/IATP request.

d. Location: 1. Town/city/base the traveler will be in when in-country, be specific.

e. Leave Travel In-country Lodging and Point of Contact (POC): 1. Lodging Name:

a. Enter lodging/hotel name or state home. b. Provide contact information available to facilitate coordination across time zones.

Indicate if private residence or hotel and provide all physical address information possible.

c. Enter the name of the person to be visited and that person's relationship to the primary traveler. If staying in a hotel, enter the hotel name.

2. Lodging Address: a. Enter hotel/house physical address. b. Enter the address of the person to be visited. If staying in a hotel, enter the hotel

address. c. Enter the phone number of the person to be visited. If staying in a hotel, enter the

hotel phone number. 3. Lodging commercial phone:

a. Enter commercial phone number. 4. POC name:

a. Enter visiting point of contact name. 5. POC address:

a. Enter visiting point of contact address. 6. POC commercial phone:

a. Enter visiting point of contact commercial phone number. f. Itinerary Notes:

4. TRAVELER

a. Mission Training Requirements: 1. Relevant required training prior to travel, if not already addressed in the traveler

section. a. Example: Information pertaining to the approval of the FP Plan, required statements,

etc. 5. Traveler's Home Station Point of Contact (POC):

a. Local representative at traveler's home station/unit who can be reached on their behalf while on travel.

b. Enter information for a POC at the requestor's unit. That person must be someone other than the requestor.

1. Name: a. Enter Supervisor’s or Commander’s name.

2. Unit/Organization Name:

a. Enter Unit/organizational name and/or symbol. 3. POC Commercial phone:

a. Enter POC commercial phone. 4. Home station POC e-mail:

a. Enter home station POC e-mail. 5. POC rank:

a. Enter POC rank. 6. Unit Location:

a. Enter Unit/organizational location (i.e., base, post, etc.).

SECTION V: MARITIME ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. No information provided.

B. LEAD-TIME AND VALIDITY

1. No information provided.

C. ADDRESSES FOR CLEARANCE REQUESTS

1. No information provided.

Action: Info: D. CONTENT OF CLEARANCE REQUEST

1. No information provided.

E. NAVIGATION AND OTHER OPERATIONAL INFORMATION

1. No information provided.

F. OTHER

1. No information provided.

SECTION VI: CONTACT INFORMATION

A. COUNTRY

1. Aircraft Clearance Approver

a. Organization/Unit: USDAO Seoul 1. Phone:

1. Primary: i. COMM: 011-82-2-397-4349 ii. COMM: 011-82-503-323-8484 (for use during normal duty hours only) iii. DSN: 315-723-8484 (for use during normal duty hours only) 2. STE/SVoIP:

i. Call DSN: 315-723-8484 for secure COMM request 3. After Duty Hours/Emergency:

i. Call the US Embassy switchboard at COMM: 011-82-2-397-4114 (DSN: 315-721-4114), and ask for the USDAO Duty Officer.

2. E-mail: 1. Unclassified: usdaoseoul@state.gov 2. Classified: DAOSeoul@dia.smil.mil

3. Fax: 1. Unclassified: 011-82-2-725-5262

2. Personnel Clearance Approver

NOTE 1: Call the appropriate office below per the traveler's branch of service or sponsoring agency.

a. Organization/Unit: USFK (SOFA Personnel) 1. Phone:

1. Primary: i. (i) DSN: 315-755-2604 / 2612 or COMM: 011-82-503-355-2604 / 2612 (For USA

Personnel) ii. (ii) DSN: 315-784-1539 or COMM: 011-82-503-384-1539 (For USAF Personnel) iii. (iii) DSN: 315-765-8233 or COMM: 011-82-503-363-8233 (For USN Personnel) iv. (iv) DSN: 315-755-8350 / 8327 / 8328 or COMM: 011-82-503-355-8350 / 8327 /

8328 (for USMC personnel) v. (v) DSN: 315-755-4440 / 4441 or COMM: 011-82-503-355-4440 / 4441 (For DV

Travelers only) 2. E-mail:

1. Unclassified: samuel.c.valdes.mil@mail.mil or eric.s.slater.mil@mail.mil or William.h.morris18.mil@mail.mil (For non-DV USA Personnel)

2. Unclassified: 7AF.APACS@us.af.mil (For non-DV USAF Personnel) 3. Unclassified: shannon.stephenson@fe.navy.mil (For non-DV USN Personnel) 4. Unclassified: michael.sasouvong@usmc.mil (For non-DV USMC Personnel) 5. Unclassified: pacom.humphreys.usfk.list.protocol-sync@mail.mil (For DV Travelers

only) b. Organization/Unit: US Embassy (Chief of Mission Personnel)

1. Phone: 1. Primary: i. DSN: 315-723-8484 or or COMM: 011-82-503-323-8484 (For Defense Attaché

Office Personnel) ii. DSN: 315-725-6609 or COMM: 011-82-503-325-6609 (For JUSMAG-K Personnel) 2. After Duty Hours/Emergency: i. Call the US Embassy switchboard at COMM: 011-82-2-397-4114 (DSN: 315-721-

4114), and ask for the USDAO Duty Officer. 2. E-mail:

1. Unclassified: USDAOSeoul@state.gov (For Defense Attaché Office Personnel) 2. Unclassified: jason.j.kim.mil@mail.mil (For JUSMAG-K Personnel)

3. Maritime (Ship) Clearance Approver

NOTE 1: No information provided.

4. Other (Force Protection Detachment, etc.)

a. Organization/Unit: Coast Guard personnel: Office of International Affairs (CG-DCO-I) 1. Phone:

1. Primary: i. 202-372-4471

2. E-mail: 1. Unclassified: foreigntravelpolicy@uscg.mil

B. THEATER

1. Personnel Clearance Approver a. Organization/Unit: INDOPACOM Theater Clearance Office

1. Phone: 1. Primary: i. COMM: 808-477-9679 / 7203 ii. DSN: 315-477-9679 / 7203 iii. Hours of Operation: M-F, 0600 – 1600 Hawaii Standard Time (HST)

2. E-mail: 1. Unclassified: pacom.theater.clnc@pacom.mil

3. Website: 1. Unclassified: http://www.pacom.mil/Resources/TravelRequirements.aspx 2. Classified: http://psp.hq.pacom.smil.mil/orgareas/j3/j34/pages/default.aspx

2. Anti-Terrorism Representative

NOTE 1: None Reported.

3. Personnel Recovery Representative

a. Organization/Unit: INDOPACOM Personnel Recovery 1. Phone:

1. Primary: i. COMM: 808-477-7687 ii. DSN: 315-477-7687

2. E-mail: 1. Unclassified: joc.jprc.pacom.fct@pacom.mil

3. Website: 1. Unclassified: http://www.pacom.mil/Contact/Directory/J3/

C. SPECIAL AREA

1. Special Area Clearance Approver

NOTE 1: Not Required.

SECTION VII: TRAVEL INFORMATION A. DEPARTMENT OF STATE SAFETY AND SECURITY INFORMATION

1. Travel Advisory: a. Advisories apply up to four (4) standard levels of travel advice, to include description of

risks, and provide clear actions travelers should take to help ensure their safety while in country.

b. Click here for the entire advisory. c. Click here for the Travel Advisory map.

2. Country Information Page and Travel Alerts:

a. The country information page provides important details about the country and current Alerts to inform specific safety and security concerns, such as demonstrations, crime trends, weather events, etc.

b. Click here for country information and alerts. 3. Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP):

a. Enroll in STEP to receive up-to-date safety and security information while traveling. b. Click here to enroll.

4. General Information About Traveling and Living Abroad:

a. DOS provides additional useful travel information. b. Click here for details.

5. Additional Information:

a. None.

B. US EMBASSY AND CONSULATES

1. US Embassy Seoul a. Location: 188 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul, ROK, 110-710 b. Contact Information:

a. Phone: 1. Switchboard: 011-82-2-397-4114 2. After Duty Hours/Emergency: 011-82-2-397-4114 3. DSN: 315-721-4114

b. E-mail: 1. Unclassified: seoulinfoACS@state.gov

c. Fax: 1. Unclassified: 011-82-2-397-4101

d. Website: 1. https://kr.usembassy.gov/

c. Hours: 1. US Embassy operating hours are Monday - Friday 0830L - 1700L.

2. US Consulate Busan

a. Location: Lotte Gold Rose Building, #612, Jungang-daero 993, Jin-gu Busan 47209, Korea

b. Contact Information:

a. Phone: 1. Switchboard: 011-82-51-863-0731

b. E-mail: 1. Unclassified: BusanConsulate@state.gov

c. Website: 1. https://kr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/busan/

2. Holidays:

a. The US Embassy is closed on US and Korean holidays.

C. TIME CONVERSION

1. Local Standard Time is Z + 9. 2. South Korea does not observe Daylight Savings Time.

D. CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

1. Refer to the following website for information on customs requirements and import restrictions: a. The Personal Property Consignment Instruction Guide – Online (PPCIG-OL):

https://move.mil/sites/default/files/inline-files/OCONUS_Country_Instructions_27Aug2018.pdf

2. Travelers can bring the following items into the country duty-free for personal use: personal effects (including jewelry), one (1) camera and film/memory card, one (1) laptop, one (1) cigarette lighter, one (1) electric razor, one (1) CD player and CDs, cigars, cigarettes, tobacco (as rationed by the area commander), and liquor.

3. Air Force personnel arriving by commercial air are subject to strict customs inspection and heavy assessments on personal effects and household goods. To avoid such assessments, ship personal effects and household goods into the country via AMC, MSC, or a contract carrier.

4. Visitors traveling to or from the ROK, or just transiting the ROK, should be aware that the Korea Customs Service (KCS) strictly enforces regulations on importing and exporting items such as firearms, ammunition, explosives, narcotics and prescription drugs, non-prescription health supplements, radio equipment, and gold. KCS also restricts importation of books, drawings, video or audio recordings that are considered obscene, subversive, or in any way harmful to the public peace.

5. Drugs brought into the Republic of Korea are subject to the regulations established by the Korean Food and Drug Administration (KFDA); also referred to as the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) and the Korean Customs Service. Amphetamines are illegal in Korea and even prescription amphetamines and other prescription narcotics will not be permitted into the country without advance permission from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in the form of a "bring-in permit letter." More information on how to obtain a “bring-in-permit letter” can be obtained by contacting the KFDA/MFDS. Procedures for importing/shipping medications or hand-carrying medications into the Republic of Korea are subject to change without notice. Recommend that travelers plan in advance and confirm the procedures with the relevant Korean authorities before bringing any drugs into the Republic of Korea. MFDS currently recommends submitting permit requests at least two (2) weeks in advance of travel. Traveler may wish to refer to the US Embassy website: https://kr.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/doctors/ regarding controlled substances.

a. Direct specific inquiries to: Narcotics Policy Division Pharmaceutical Safety Bureau MFDS (Ministry of Food and Drug Safety) COMM: 011-82-43-719-2801 ext. ~16, Fax: 011-82-43-719-2800 e-mail: Narcotics@korea.kr

b. Additional details may be found at the KFDA website: http://www.mfds.go.kr/eng c. Guidelines for inbound traveler’s “Bring In Permit” (link to guidelines). Traveler must

complete the attached two (2) forms (links here and here).

6. For medicines that do not contain narcotics or amphetamines, we have heard anecdotally that a three (3)-month supply of medicines valued at less than $2,000 will be allowed to be brought into the Republic of Korea if they are for personal use and accompanied by a proper prescription from the traveler's doctor, a doctor’s letter stating the medical diagnosis, and a general statement from the doctor. The Korean Customs Service at Incheon Airport has authority over which medications will be allowed to be carried into the country. Traveler's may wish to consult with their US doctor regarding substitute medicines, or sources of local equivalent medicines in Korea.

7. Customs regulations also apply to items mailed to and from the ROK. As a result, several US citizens have been prosecuted for participation in drug smuggling via international mail.

8. The ROK (ROK) has customs laws and regulations to prevent the spread of livestock diseases, such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE, known as "mad cow" disease), hoof-and-mouth disease, avian influenza, H1N1 (Influenza A), and others. The products which must be declared to ROK customs officials upon arrival include, but are not limited to: live animals, including dogs, cats, and pet birds; animal products, including antlers, bone, and blood meal; beef, pork, mutton, chicken meat, and processed meat products, such as sausages, ham, meat jerky, boiled meat, canned products, and boiled eggs; processed dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and butter; and processed egg products, such as egg, egg white, and egg powder. Further information is contained on the Korean Customs Regulations website.

9. The ROK customs authorities also routinely enforce strict regulations on items mailed to and from the ROK. In recent years, ROK customs officials have seized significant amounts of contraband being shipped through the international postal system. As a result, several US citizens have been prosecuted for participation in drug smuggling.

10. All travelers bringing a pet to Korea must adhere to strict pet importation requirements. For the most current information about traveling to Korea with pets, visit the website of Korea’s Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency.

11. For information on South Korean customs, immigration, or documentation contact Customs Branch, SOFA Support Division, USFK/Eighth Army, HQ USFK, ATTN: PMJ-SSD, APO AE 96301; DSN 315-723-5481 or 315-738-5118; 011-82-02-7913-5481 or 011-82-02-7918-5118.

E. HEALTH PRECAUTIONS

1. TRICARE eligible personnel (including eligible family members) requiring overseas emergency medical care, should contact the nearest TRICARE International SOS assistance center via the following website: http://www.tricare-overseas.com/ContactUs/default.htm. Select the applicable country from the drop-down menu for the International SOS assistance center name and 24-hour phone number.

2. Hospitals in Korea are generally well-equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. High quality general and specialty dental care is available in Seoul. Western-style medical facilities are available in major urban areas of Seoul, Busan, Daegu, and a few other large cities. However, not all doctors and staff in these major urban areas are proficient in English. Most clinics in rural areas do not have an English-speaking doctor. A list of hospitals and medical specialists who speak English is available on the US Embassy website.

3. Pharmacies are plentiful and first-rate, and most prescribed medications, except psychotropic medications, can be obtained with a prescription. Medicines often have a different brand name than in the United States. Visitors to Korea should bring an adequate supply of any medication in its original container, which should be clearly labeled. Also carry a copy of their prescription from their doctor in case immigration or customs authorities ask for it.

4. Travelers taking any psychotropic or controlled medications should bring a sufficient supply as well as a copy of the prescription for Korean customs clearance at the airport.

5. Korean ambulances do not carry sophisticated medical equipment, and the ambulance personnel do not have the same level of emergency medical training as in the United States. However, ambulances operated by the fire department (dial 119) will respond very quickly and take patients to the nearest hospital. For medical evacuation, SOS International in Korea is located in Seoul (phone: 011-82-02-3140-1902; website: http://internationalsos.com).

6. Tap water is safe to drink at all military facilities. Use only bottled water at all other locations. Wash fruit and vegetables thoroughly. Eat at restaurants recommended by US Embassy staff.

7. Medical Travel Insurance: All personnel (other than uniform military and civilian expeditionary workforce members) deploying, assigned, attached, or TAD/TDY to the ROK, to include contract personnel not specifically authorized DoD aeromedical evacuation through their contract, are highly encouraged to have either company provided or private medical travel insurance that specifically covers international healthcare and international medical evacuation services. Non-uniform personnel should complete DD Form 2569 and bring both this form and proof of insurance with them when traveling to the ROK. DoDI 6025.23 and DoDI 4515.13R contain specific details regarding the limitations of aeromedical evacuation on non-DoD healthcare beneficiaries. Failure to obtain the appropriate insurance may result in the member being held financially liable for any DoD provided healthcare or aeromedical evacuation expenses.

F. CURRENCY INFORMATION

1. The national currency is the South Korean Won (KRW). 2. For the currency exchange rate, visit the following websites: MSN http://www.msn.com/en-

us/money/currencyconverter or http://www.xe.com/ 3. There is no limit on the import of US and other foreign currency. The import of Korean won is not

permitted. 4. Travelers are permitted to export US and other foreign currency and their negotiable instruments.

G. CLOTHING RECOMMENDATIONS

1. South Korea’s climate is similar to that of the Midwestern US. Bring heavy-weight clothing for winter.

H. TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS

1. Numerous exercises during the year create an extreme shortage of on-post and off-post billeting facilities. On-base billets in Seoul include the Dragon Hill Lodge and US Embassy TDY Suites. Make arrangements through the sponsoring activity for billeting.

2. Facilities are limited to non-existent at airports. Limited facilities are available outside most airports, though there are no billets available in Seoul. There are numerous hotels and restaurants available in Seoul.

3. US military personnel and DoD civilians TDY to Korea must coordinate with the nearest billeting office before securing hotel accommodations. Make arrangements before traveling to Korea if possible.

4. The following applies to personnel arriving in Korea in TDY and return status: SOFA personnel (US Armed Forces, civilian component, and their eligible family members) traveling on official orders are exempt from the international airport passenger service charge. A certificate for departure (USFK Form 223EK) is required for each traveler. The certificate will be issued by the inbound SOFA customs team located at Kimpo, the sponsoring unit/activity, or the local military passenger travel office. The USFK/EUSA protocol office will be responsible for issuing the certificate to all visiting dignitaries (general/flag officers, SES, and officially designated).

I. TRAVEL PRECAUTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. Force Protection Condition (FPCON) levels can be viewed via the SIPRnet Joint Risk Assessment Management Program (JRAMP) site via https://jramp.smil.mil.

2. Foreigners convicted of crimes in Korea, whether or not sentenced to prison, are commonly deported, and may be banned from returning to the country for several years. Foreigners deported from Korea must pay for their own plane tickets. US citizens should be aware that there was one recent case in which a US citizen was prosecuted under the Korean National Security Law, broad legislation that makes illegal actions considered subversive or anti-state. In this case, contact by the US citizen with allegedly pro-North Korea figures in the United States and travel to North Korea formed part of the basis for prosecution. Adultery is a crime actively prosecuted in Korea. In 2002 a US citizen was convicted of adultery and sentenced to six months imprisonment. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Korea are strict, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines. US citizens have been detained solely on the basis of drug tests.

3. Short-term visitors must have an international driving permit issued in the US by the American Automobile Association (AAA) or the American Automobile Touring Alliance (AATA) to drive in Korea. All other drivers must have an ROK driver's license. A US driver’s license alone is not sufficient to drive in Korea.

4. The local equivalent of “911” in South Korea is “112” (02-112 from a cell phone). Foreigners who do not speak Korean can be connected to an English-speaking interpreter on a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week basis.