Info pack Andong 2022 ENG

Info Pack 2022 Andong IAEC Congress

Summary

Info Pack 2022 Andong IAEC Congress.......................................................................................... 1
Visa issuance* ........................................................................................................................... 2
K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)*........................................................................ 2
Covid-19 travel requirements* ................................................................................................. 2
Congress Venue......................................................................................................................... 3
Official Accommodation............................................................................................................ 4
Andong Grand Hotel.............................................................................................................. 4
Richell Hotel .......................................................................................................................... 4
Case (Kase) Hotel................................................................................................................... 4
Brown Dot Hotel (former Point Hotel).................................................................................. 4
Stay Hotel .............................................................................................................................. 4
Transportation**....................................................................................................................... 5
By Car .................................................................................................................................... 5
By Train.................................................................................................................................. 5
By Bus .................................................................................................................................... 5
By Shuttle Bus........................................................................................................................ 6
Welcome Desk in the Incheon Int’l Airport........................................................................... 6

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Visa issuance*

If you are entering the Republic of Korea from abroad to attend the 2022 Andong IAEC
Congress, you will need a valid passport and a Korean visa issued by a Korean embassy or
consulate for some countries. Please be sure to check the applicable information according to
each participant's individual travel schedule and nationality before departure.

Invitation letters for visa applications can be issued when the online registration and payment
of the registration fee are confirmed. To request for an invitation letter for Korean visa, please,
fill in accordingly your registration form and write an email to [email protected]. Please note that
the organizer cannot contact or intervene with any embassy or consulate on behalf of any
participant.

K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)*1

Citizens of countries that have signed a visa waiver agreement with the Republic of Korea and
countries/regions where visa-free entry is permitted can obtain travel permits online through
the Korea Electronic Travel Authorization. For more information on K-ETA, please click here.

Covid-19 travel requirements*

On arrival in South Korea, you will need to provide a negative COVID-19 test certificate and
submit a questionnaire on your health condition. The South Korean government encourages all
arrivals to log this information in the Quarantine COVID19 Defence (Q-Code) system prior to
travel. Paper-based alternatives can be used instead but may result in a slower arrivals
process.

PCR tests (RT-PCR, LAMP, TMA, SDA, and NEAR DNA amplification-based tests are also valid)
must have been taken within the 48 hours prior to departure. A supervised Rapid Antigen Test
issued by a hospital or clinic within the 24 hours prior to departure will also be accepted.
Please note that self-administered tests (including remote supervised tests conducted through
a virtual/tele appointment) are not accepted.

* Disclaimer: All the information provided here is given merely as a guideline and it is up to
each individual making travel arrangements to make sure all information is up to date and to
meet all conditions according to current requirements. Last update July 2022.

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Congress Venue

Andong International Convention Center
ADDRESS : 301, Wolcheon-gil, Dosan-myeon, Andong city, North Gyeongsang Province
TEL ☎ 82-54-840-3735
https://goo.gl/maps/GawVW7FQ5UrGF1kN7

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Official Accommodation

Andong Grand Hotel
Main Facilities
79 rooms, 170 persons
Conference hall, banquet hall (500 people), buffet restaurant
Address: 346-84 Gwangwangdanji-ro, Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Tel: 82-54-851-9000
Homepage: andonggrandhotel.com/eng/
Richell Hotel
Main Facilities
90 rooms, 200 persons
Conference hall, banquet hall (500 people), restaurant, buffet
Address: 346-69 Gwangwangdanji-ro, Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Tel: 82-54-850-9700
Homepage: richell-andong.co.kr/eng/
Case (Kase) Hotel
Address: 60-16, Gangnam 2-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
82-54-857-0007
Homepage: www.kasemotel.com (in Korean)
Brown Dot Hotel (former Point Hotel)
Address: 16-13, Munhwagwangjang-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
82-54-857-7600
Stay Hotel
Address: 72, Bokju 2-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
82-54-855-1300

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Transportation**2

By Car
From Seoul (2h 30')
From Busan (2h 30')
From Daegu (1h 20')
From Gangreung·Taebaek (3h 30')
From Gwangju (4h)
By Train
From Seoul to Andong
Cheongryangri Station (Seoul) to Andong Station
- Travel time: 2h
By Bus
Two Express Bus Terminals are available
- Travel time: 3h
1. From Dongseoul (East Seoul) Bus Terminal to Andong
- Price: Economy express: 15,300 KRW, Business express: 19,900 KRW, Night business express:
23,500 KRW / Phone number: 1688-5979
2. From Seoul Gyeongbu (Gangnam) Bus Terminal to Andong

** Disclaimer: Please, note that this section is presented merely as a guideline, changes may
apply and it is up to each individual making travel arrangements to make sure all information is
up to date. For more information on transportation time schedules and prices please check out
the official website here.

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- Price: Economy express: 15,300 KRW, Business express: 19,900 KRW, Night economy express:
16,800 KRW, Night business express: 21,900 KRW / Phone number: 1688-4700
By Shuttle Bus
Available only from the Incheon International Airport.
Based on submitted flight schedules of participants, the number of shuttle buses and
departure timeslots will be decided.
The departure location of the shuttle bus will be announced before the congress.
Welcome Desk in the Incheon Int’l Airport
Welcome desk or Information booth for the Congress participants will be installed in the
Incheon International Airport. The exact desk location will be disclosed soon.

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