How do you visit Jeju Island? Indian travel advisory explained after influencer ‘detained’

Indian vlogger Sachin Awasthi and his wife were denied entry to Jeju Island, South Korea, and detained despite having valid documents, sparking controversy over their treatment. Following the incident, the Indian Embassy in Seoul issued a travel advisory, warning Indian tourists about strict entry requirements under Jeju's visa waiver scheme. Experts advise Indian travelers to Jeju to carry all required documents, understand local rules, and consider obtaining a visa due to increased scrutiny and past misuse of the visa-free facility.