Living in Seoul

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Living in Seoul T E N T S
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Scope of Activities and Employment for Foreigners in Korea Employment Procedures by Visa Status Visa statuses that can seek employment with approval Labor Laws (Main Regulations) Support Centers and Information Bureaus for Foreign Workers Four Social Insurances Programs Recruiting and Employment Sites Q&A
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Immigration
Visa / Stay / Foreign Registration / Overseas Korean Re-entry Permission / Departure / Q&A
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term of the visa(Single visas are valid for three months from the date of issue) Multiple entry visas An individual can enter the country two or more times within the term of the visa.
Visa
Any visitor who enters Korea needs to have a visa whether his/her purpose of entry is to work, travel or study. A visa is affixed to the passport. Those who fall under one of the special cases specified in the Immigration Control Act are exempt from visa requirements. However, having a visa does not necessarily mean anyone with a visa can enter the Republic of Korea. In Korea, a visa indicates a consul's recommended action for a foreigner's entry. Thus, during the entry inspection, if immigration officers find that a foreigner does not meet the requirements of entry, the foreigner's entry can be rejected at the discretion of the immigration officer.
2) Visa types according to status of stay

Diplomacy/Official Mission Status Diplomacy (A-1), Official Mission (A-2), Agreements (A-3) Employment Visas Temporary Employment (C-4), Professor (E-1), Foreign Language Teaching (E-2), Research (E-3), Technological Guidance (E-4), Profession (E-5), Arts/Entertainment (E-6), Specially Designated Activities (E-7), Non-professional Employment (E-9), Labor Aboard (E-10), Working Holiday (H-1) Non-profit & Short-term Stay Visas Temporary Press Coverage (C-1), Temporary Business (C-2), Temporary Visiting(C-3) Long-term Stay Visas Culture/Arts (D-1), Study (D-2), Industrial Training (D-3), General Training (D-4), Press Coverage (D-5), Religious Works (D-6), Supervisory
1) Types of visas
Single entry visas Only one entry is allowed within the
Chairmanship (D-7), Business Investment (D-8), Trade Management (D-9), Visit & Stay with Family (F-1), Residency (F-2), Family Dependency (F3), Overseas Koreans (F-4), Others (G-1)
amount equivalent to $30, (91 days or more): amount equivalent to $50
4) Visa-free entry
An individual who falls under one of the following conditions can enter the country without a visa - Countries under visa waiver agreements - Designated visa-free entry - Frequent visitors - Transit tourists bound for another country - Japanese tourists / visitors - Europe-bound Chinese transit tourists - Those with special entry arrangements for Jeju Island - Re-entry permit holders - International treaty organizationissued passport holder (LAISS EZPASSER) - APEC Business Travel Card holders Check applicable countries and free-entry qualifications on the following website: www.hikorea.go.kr
3) Visa issuance procedure

The Place of Visa Application & Issuance The embassy or consulate of the Republic of Korea
Prior to visa issuance from a consulate overseas, if necessary, an Immigration Office or a branch office (only Sejongno, Ulsan/ Donghae, Sokcho Branch) can conduct a preliminary inspection on the application of a foreigner entering Korea and a domestic inviter, and issue a certificate for recognition of visa issuance (or Visa Issuance Confirmation Number). The visa can be issued conveniently by submitting the Certificate of Visa Issuance to a consulate overseas. The valid term of the certificate is 3 months.
Documents to Submit - Passport - Visa issuance application - Required documents for each status of stay (Detailed information can be checked at www.hikorea.go.kr ) Visa Issuance Fee - Single entry visa (90 days or less):
Living in Seoul English Edition
Stay
Foreigners who intend to stay in Korea should have a relevant status of stay for the period and purpose of their stay.
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Status of Stay That Allows Employment Temporary Employment (C-4), Professor (E-1), Foreign Language Teaching (E-2), Research (E- 3), Technological Guidance (E-4), Journalism (E-5), Arts/Entertainment (E6), Specially Designated Activities (E-7), Training Employment (E-8), Nonprofessional Employment (E-9), Labor Aboard (E-10), Residency (F-2), Overseas Koreans(F-4), Permanent Residency (F-5), Working Holiday (H-1)
1) Period of stay
Short-term stay : 90 days or less Long-term stay : 91 days or more Permanent Residence : unlimited period of stay Foreigners with long-term stay or permanent resident status should complete registration as a foreigner and/or Domestic Residency Report within 90 days of entry.
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2) Scope of Activities and Domestic Employment of Foreigners Staying in Korea

- Foreigners are allowed to stay in Korea within the scope of their status and the granted period of stay. Foreigners cannot be involved in any political activities unless the law specifically permits their political participation. - Foreigners who wish to obtain employment in Korea should have a status that is eligible for employment. Foreigners are allowed to work only at workplaces that have been reported to, or designated by, a local or district immigration office. - To change the company of employment, foreigners should get permission from their jurisdictional immigration office before making the change.
3) Extension of Stay
A foreigner who intends to continue his/her stay in Korea beyond the permitted period of stay should receive permission for the extension of their stay. Application Period Application for an extersion of stay is available from two months before the expiration date of stay through the expiration date. If an individual applies for permission for an extension of stay after the expiration date, he/she will be charged penalties. How to Apply for Permission for Extension of Stay The principal or his/her agent should
submit required documents according to status of stay to the Immigration
be made upon passing a strict examination. Application Period Before starting the activities of the change of stay qualification, a permission of change of visa status must be obtained from the Immigration Office. How to Apply to Change Status of Stay The principal or principals agent should submit the required documents to the Immigration Office of their jurisdiction.
5) Activities beyond the Given Status of Stay

Office of their jurisdiction. - When a foreigner staying in Korea intends to carry out activities beyond his/her given status of stay while maintaining the current status of stay, he/she should get permission in advance. - If activities beyond the status of stay become the main purpose of stay, foreigners are not allowed to get involved in said activities. Under these circumstances, the foreigner should leave Korea and enter the country with a new visa or get permission for change of status of stay, which allows such activities. - A foreigner with a single entry visa
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4) Changing Stay Status

When a foreigner staying in Korea wishes to participate in new activities not related to or permitted within their current status, he/she must request permission to change the status of his/her stay. As a general rule, he/she must depart and re-enter Korea with a new status that corresponds to the desired qualification. However, if he/she meets the requirements for the new status without having to depart Korea, a limited change of status can
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(the maximum period of stay: 90 days) is not allowed to participate in activities beyond the current visa status. If the foreigners working hours for the activities beyond status of stay are longer or the salary is higher than the original workplace, the activities beyond status of stay are not allowed. - When a foreigner wants to learn Korean at a foreign language institute or college, or wants to receive education on traditional Korean culture or art within the period of stay, the foreigner does not need permission for activities beyond status of stay. Application for Permission for Activities beyond the Current Status of Stay A foreigner should receive permission for activities beyond the current status of stay prior to carrying out these activities. How to Apply for Permission for Activities beyond the Current Status of Stay The principal or his/her agent should submit the required documents according to status of stay to the Immigration Office of their jurisdiction.
6) Change or Add a Company of Employment

A foreigner with status of stay for employment in Korea who wishes to change or add a place of employment within the given status of stay should obtain permission prior to changing or adding a company of employment. Principles for Changing or Adding a Company of Employment - If activities at the changed or added company of employment are different from the work for the employment contract at the original workplace, the foreigner cannot change or add that company of employment. - If the foreigner works for many companies, changes his/her job too frequently or the persons activities during the stay are considered against national interests, changing
or adding a company of employment will not be allowed. - If at the new place of employment, the foreigner will work longer and receive a higher salary than he/she does at the original working company, changing or adding a company of employment will not be permitted. - The foreigner cannot add more than two companies of employment to the original workplace approval. Adding more than two workplaces in addition to the original workplace will not be permitted. Applying for Permission to Change or Add a Company of Employment For applications, the principal or principals agent should submit the required documents to the presiding Immigration Office prior to changing or adding a place of employment.
Application Period An individual eligible for application should apply for status of stay within 30 days from the date when one of the aforementioned causes takes place. Individuals in violation of this requirement are subject to penalties. A foreigner who is qualified to obtain status of stay can depart Korea without acquiring status of stay within 30 days from the date when a cause for the granting of status of stay occurs. How to Apply The principal or principals agent should apply by submitting the required documents for status of stay to the presiding Immigration Office. The Criteria of Permission for Granting of Status of Stay - Korean-born children of foreign national parents who are under one of the following visas Diplomatic (A-1), Official Mission (A-2), Agreements (A-3) are granted the same status of stay as their parents. - A registered foreigners child who was born in Korea is granted family dependency status of stay (F-3) - A child under the age of 20 of a foreigner holding permanent residence status of stay (F-5) is granted permanent residence status of stay (F-5)
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7) Granting Status of Stay

For persons who have lost Korean nationality, or foreigners who are born in Korea or who stay in Korea without having a status of stay owing to other reasons, getting a new qualification of stay is called granting a status of stay. Permission for granting a status of stay is affixed in the passport.
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stay in Korea for more than 90 days after their arrival date. Children of a registered foreigner in Korea can attend either Korean or foreign schools. In addition, registered foreigners can receive medical insurance benefits. However, a registered foreigner is given duties as a foreigner. Immigration Control Act 27 obliges foreigners over the age of 17 in Korea to carry an alien registration card and present it when requested by immigration officers or other public officers.
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- The spouse of an individual with permanent residence status of stay (F-5) who attained his/her spouses nationality and lost Korean nationality is granted residence (F2) status of stay - A person who is discharged from the U.S. military stationed in Korea is granted one of the following visa statuses: Agreements (A-3), Temporary Visitor (C-3), Visit & Stay with Family (F-1), Residency (F-2), Others (F-1[LHJ1]). - A Korean-born child of a foreigner with one of the following visas: Residency (F-2), Industrial Training (D-3) and Non-professional Employment (E-9) is granted visit & Stay with Family (F-1).
1) Applicant
- A foreigner who intends to stay in Korea for more than 91days - An individual who gives up his/her Korean nationality and gains a foreign nationality - A Korean-born foreigner who was born in Korea and intends to stay in Korea for more than 90 days from the date of receiving residence status
Exemption from alien registration
Foreign Registration
According to the Immigration Control Act, foreign registration is required for foreigners who intend to
- Individuals engaged in Diplomacy, Official Missions and Agreements and their families (A-1, A-2, A-3) - Citizens of Canada intending to stay in Korea for less than 6
months who fall under one of the following statuses: Culture/Arts (D-1), Religious Works (D-6), Visit & Stay with Family (F-1), Family Dependency (F-3) and Others (G-1) - Individuals undertaking diplomatic, industrial, or other important duties for national security, their family members, and other foreigners for whom exemption is deemed necessary by the Minister of Justice.
- Foreign registration is valid beetween the time period printed on the registration card. Renewal must be done before the card expiration date.
4) Returning alien registration cards

Under any of the following conditions, foreigners should return their foreign registration cards to the Immigration Office. - On the final departure date of a registered foreigner ; or, - When the registered foreigner abandons his/her foreign citizenship and acquires Korean nationality ; or, - Upon the death of the registered foreigner[c2] ; or, - When the registered foreigner becomes exempt from foreign registration.
2) Registration period
- Foreigners who intend to stay in Korea for more than 90 days: within 90 days of entry - Foreigners who received permission for status of stay or change of status: upon receiving permission
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3) Registration procedure
- Applicants should submit the following documents to the Immigration Office or a branch office of the jurisdiction concerned. : foreign registration application, passport, a color photo (3 cm x 4cm), fee of 10,000 won and otherrequired documents according tostatus of stay,
Return Period of Alien Registration Cards

- Foreigners planning to leave the country for good should return their alien registration cards upon departure. - When a foreigner gains Korean nationality, the person should return the alien registration card within 14 days of his/her acquisition
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- When the passport number, date of issuance or expiration date change ; - When the organizations of foreigners with one of the following visas Culture/Arts (D-1), Study (D-2), General Training (D-4) changes its name ; - When the organizations of foreigners under one of the following visas Press Coverage (D-5), Religious Works (D6), Supervisory Chairmanship (D-7), Business Investment (D-8), Trade Management (D-9) changes its name. Reporting Period Within 14 days from the date when one of the previous causes takes place. The registered foreigner in violation of this requirement will be charged a penalty. Reporting Method The principal or his/her agent should submit the required documents to the Immigration Office of the jurisdiction concerned. Required Documents - Passport and alien registration card - Application form of report on changes of particulars of alien registration card - Documents verifying the changes
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of Korean nationality. When returning the alien registration card, the foreigner should submit a Korean nationality verification certificate and give up the foreign nationality verification certificate. - Upon Death The alien registration card should be returned within 14 days of the acknowledgement of death or within 30 days of death. A Medical report, inquest report, or other death verification document should be submitted with the returned alien registration card.[c3]
Penalties will be imposed[c4] if alien registration cards are not returned within the required periods.
5) Foreigners' reporting obligations

Reporting Obligations of Changes of Particulars of Foreign Registration Card
A registered foreigner should report changes of information on alien registration card to a local immigration office of the jurisdiction concerned under one of the following circumstances ; - When the name, sex, date of birth or nationality of a foreigner change ;
Reporting Obligation of Change of Place of Stay

When a registered foreigner changes his/her place of stay, the person should report it to the jurisdictional Immigration Office within 14 days of the foreigner's change in residence. Penalties are imposed in breach of the obligation. Required Documents - Passport and alien registration card - Report form of change of place of residence
employment contracts change: when the contract period, name or location of the company, or employer changes, when the company sends the employee to another workplace, or when the foreign employee violates Immigration Control Act and/or other related regulations
Reporting Obligations of Foreign Students
Employer's Declaration of Obligations

According to the Immigration Control Act, employers of foreigners or the heads of companies offering foreigners industrial training should declare to the Immigration Office within 15 days of the date when they know about one of the following causes. For the infringement of this obligation, penalties will be imposed on employers or the head of the company. Conditions to Declare - In the case of hiring, retirement or death of the foreign employee - When the hired foreigner's place of stay is uncertain - When important information in
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For the efficient management of the increasing number of foreign and language students in Korea, the reporting obligation of foreign students is imposed on the head of domestic universities or graduate schools, where the D-2 status foreign students study as well as on the head of university-affiliated language institutes, where the General Training
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Korean nationality or their immediate descendents acquired foreign nationalities. Those staying abroad temporarily are not considered overseas Koreans.
(D-4) status or Temporary Visiting (C-3) status foreign students study the Korean language. If one of the following grounds for reporting arises, foreign students must declare it within 15 days of that date, or they will be fined. Grounds for Reporting - When a foreign student admitted to a school or permitted to train does not register or is absent within the designated period ; or - When the overseas study or training period is terminated for a foreign student because of expulsion or withdrawal, or when the whereabouts of the student are unknown
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1) Overseas Koreans' reporting of domestic residence

Domestic residence indicates a place where an individual stays with the purpose of residence for more than 30 days. Domestic Residence Reporting is optional. Thus, overseas Koreans who want to benefit from Domestic Residence Reporting are recommended to report their domestic residence.
Overseas Koreans
Overseas Koreans refers to Koreans residing in foreign countries. Overseas Koreans include Korean Nationals Residing Abroad and Foreign Nationality Koreans. Korean nationals residing abroad are those who have attained permanent foreign residency status or lived in foreign countries to acquire permanent foreign residency status. Koreans of foreign nationality are those who had a
2) Report period
Domestic Residence Reporting is not mandatory, so there are no definite periods for reporting. However, foreign nationality Koreans who have not reported Domestic Residence and
intend to stay for more than 90 days should register as a foreigner within 90 days of entry. Those who received overseas Korean status (F-4) or permission for change of status should report domestic residence upon receiving permission.
country without a re-entry permit within the period of stay. Also, those who have reported domestic residence are permitted employment in almost every industrial field in Korea except simple labor and speculation.
4) Reporting Method & Required Documents

The principal should submit the required document to the jurisdictional immigration office of his/her place of residence.
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3) Benefits of Domestic Residence Reporting

When reporting domestic residence, a residence report card for Koreans staying overseas and Koreans with foreign nationality will be issued to overseas Koreans. The Domestic Residence Card can be used as a Resident Registration Card. According to the Overseas Koreans Act, overseas Koreans who have reported domestic residence have the same rights as native Koreans with regard to departure and entry, stay, real estate transactions, financial transactions, foreign exchange transactions, medical insurance, pension and indemnity payments for persons of distinguished service to the state and persons of distinguished service to independence and their families. In addition, overseas Koreans can depart and re-enter the
Common Documents to be Submitted

- Passport or foreigner entry permit and copy of passport (page with photo) - 1 photo (3.5 cm x 4.5cm) - Fee: 10,000 won
Korean Nationals Residing Abroad

- Domestic residence report for Korean nationals residing abroad - Basic registry - Family relation registry (for those required to verify family relation) - Certificate of cancellation of resident registry (those born outside of Korea are exempt) - Copy of permanent residency
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certificate of residing country or other documents verifying the long-term stay status attained
Required Documents for Residence Change Report

- Passport and domestic residence report card - Domestic residence change report
Foreign Nationality Koreans

- Domestic residence report for foreign national Koreans - Basic certificate of loss of Korean nationality (if removed after Jan. 1, 2008), certificate of de-national ization indicating loss of Korean nationality (if removed before Jan. 1, 2008) or receipt for the report of the loss of Korean nationality (issued by Korean embassy) - A copy of overseas Korean visa (F-4)
Documents to be submitted may be added or reduced if a review process is needed.
6) Return of residence report card of overseas Koreans

An overseas Korean should return his/her residence report card to an immigration office or a branch office under one of the following conditions. - When a Korean of a foreign nationality acquires Korean nationality ; or, - When the foreign nationality Korean loses qualifications for the status of stay as an overseas Korean ; or, - When the Korean national residing abroad acquires foreign nationality ; or, - When the Korean national residing abroad returns to Korea permanently ; or, - When the overseas Korean dies in Korea[c5] ; or, - When the overseas Korean departs Korea without intent to re-enter the country within the term of stay with overseas Korean status
Overseas Koreans who do not return their
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5) Residence change report of overseas Koreans

When an overseas Korean changes his or her residence, the person should report the change to the si (city), gun (county) or gu (district) office or to the jurisdictional immigration office where the new place of residence is located within 14 days from the moving date. In violation of this rule, penalties of less than 2 million won are imposed.
residence report cards to the immigration office within 14 days of the aforementioned reason pay a penalty of up to 1 million won
1) Types of re-entry permits

- Single : one-time re-entry is allowed, one-year maximum period - Multiple : two or more entries are possible, two-year maximum period
Re-entry Permission
When a registered foreigner who intends to stay in Korea for more than 90 days departs and reenters the country within the period of stay or when a foreigner exempt from foreign registration departs and re-enters the country, it is required for the person to receive re-entry permission from the immigration office. However, a citizen of re-entry permit waiver countries can re-enter the country without reentry permission. Countries exempt from reentry permits are Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, France, Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Suriname, and Chile. (Exemption for Chileans is limited to those with C-2, D-7 or D-8 status.)
2) Required documents for application

- Passport and alien registration card - Application for re-entry permit - Fee: single - 30,000 won / multiple - 50,000 won
Foreigners with the following status of sojourn should submit a letter of consent or reference from the head of the training enterprise or their employer: Industrial Training (D-3), Employment for Training (E8), Non-professional Employment (E-9), Inner Harbor Sailor (E-10)
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3) How to apply
- The principal or his/her agent should submit required documents to the immigration office. - Application for a single re-entry permit can be made at the airport immigration office on the departure date. - E-application is also available on the following website: www.hikorea.go.kr
Qualifications for applying for re-entry permit at the airport immigration office
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after their granted period of stay may leave the country after prescribed procedures at the Immigration Bureau. When the foreigner permanently leaves the country, the person should return his/her alien registration card during the departure inspection. A penalty is charged to the foreigner in breach of this rule. Nationals prohibited from departure may receive restrictions on residence and the scope of their activities. Those who stay beyond the period of departure are subject to deportation or criminal punishment. Nationals who receive prohibition notice of departure may appeal the prohibition decision by submitting an application form to the Ministry of Justice within 10 days of receiving the notice.
The above application documents to be submitted may be added or reduced when a review process is needed. Detailed information can be checked by calling the information center of the Foreigner Policy Headquarters of the Korea Immigration Service at 1345 without an area code or by visiting the website www.hikorea.go.kr .
- Individuals applying for single reentry permit on their departure date. - Applicant with Treaty investment (D-8) status is granted a multiple re-entry permit within one year. - Applicant with a spouse of the national (F-2-1) status is granted a multiple reentry permit within two years.
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Departure
In principle, foreigners with a valid passport can leave the country at his/her free will. However, any national leaving Korea should go through departure inspection conducted by the Immigration Bureau to prevent unlawful departure. When the immigration officers find the departing individual suspicious of illegal acts, such as holding a forged visa or criminal conduct, the person may be detained. In special cases, the foreigner may be deported regardless of his/her will. Foreigners departing
How many immigration offices are there in Seoul? How can I find an immigration office within my jurisdiction?
There are two immigration offices in Seoul: one at Mokdong and a branch office at Sejongno. A jurisdiction office is determined depending on the address reported to the Korea Immigration Service. Immigration affairs cannot be processed at an immigration office outside of your jurisdiction, so you should check your jurisdiction immigration office beforehand. - Jurisdiction of Sejongnro Branch Immigration Office: Jongno-gu, Junggu, Eunpyeong-gu, Dongdaemun-gu, Jungnang-gu, Dobong-gu, Seongbukgu, Gangbuk-gu, Nowon-gu
he/she must get a new visa as a foreign language instructor. However, if religious activities are the major visa qualification, permission for additional activities of foreign language instruction is needed and can be added to the visa. Information about the documents needed for the application of permission can be found on the website of the Immigration Office at www.hikorea. go.kr or by calling the immigration office of the jurisdiction concerned.
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I have heard that foreigners must return their alien registration card during a departure review at the airport when departing Korea after the stay period is expired. However, I lost my alien registration card 2 days before departure. What should I do?
In accordance with the Immigration Control Act, foreigners who depart Korea after the expiration of their visa must return their alien registration card to a departure review officer. Foreigners who do not return their cards will be fined less than 100,000 won. If they have lost their card before departure, they must get a new card. Re-issuance will take 2-7 days.
If a missionary with a visa for religion who is undertaking religious activities wishes to work at a private foreign language institute, does he/she need separate permission from immigration?
If foreign language teaching is the major visa qualification for the stay compared to the current stay qualification of religious activities,
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My stay period will soon be expired, but I am not prepared to leave Korea. What is the maximum length in which I can extend my stay?
The maximum allowable time for extending the stay period for departure are 30 days. Documents needed for extension are your air ticket with a specific departure date, alien registration card, and passport. An application for the extension of stay is possible only before the expiration of the stay.
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Transportation
Using Public Transportation / Subway (Seoul Metro) / Transit Cards Intra City Buses / Taxis / Express Buses / Trains & Planes / Q&A
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Using Public Transportation

Seoul is one of the largest metropolises in the world with a population of over ten million people. It is also one of the most densely populated cities in the world, and has an area of 605 square kilometers. Due to the dense population, traffic congestion is a serious problem in Seou. However, a systematic, advanced public transportation system provides convenience and helps alleviate this congestion. Various bus routes are
available across the city. At first, the bus routes can seem daunting, but with a little experience and understanding of the system, you may find that they are a very convenient means of transportation. Bus routes cover all corners of the city, but the most efficient method of getting around town is by Seoul Metro. Not only is it cheap, the average travel time between stations is around 2 to 3 minutes. This is unimaginable for commuters traveling by car or bus during the hectic rush hours. Trains to regional cities have become a lot more convenient with
the addition of KTX in 2004. In addition to KTX, two major domestic airlines, as well as several other smaller airlines, provide flights to numerous regional cities on a daily basis.
Metropolitan Rapid Transit Corporation. The subway operation hours are from 5:30 a.m. to around midnight. The estimated travel time between subway stations is about 2 to 3 minutes. The schedule can vary depending on the line, so remember to make note of the schedule in advance.
Subway
You will find that the subway is the most efficient way to get around the city. The subway system has grown significantly over the years since the inauguration of line 1 in 1974. With eleven lines connecting various parts of the city, Seoulites can often travel to their desired destination without the use of buses or taxis. Seoul Metro is quite easy to use since the lines are color-coded and each station is labeled with a three-digit code. The first digit refers to the line and the last two digits indicate the station number. For example, Myeong-dong station is 424, meaning stop number 24 on line 4. You might also notice that some of the subway trains and platform designs differ slightly as Seoul's public transit system is run by three organizations: the Seoul Metropolitan Subway Corporation, the Korean National Railroad and the Seoul
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1) Subway payment methods

Several ticket purchasing options are available for the Seoul Metro. For an adult fare, the basic fare of 900 won is charged for the first 10km, then an additional 100 won is charged every 5km up to 40km. When using a transit card and exceeding 40km, an additional fare of 100 won is charged for every 10km. If a one-time ticket is used, 100 won is added to the fare of the transit card. In addition, adolescents get a 20% discount off the adult rate (basic fare: 720 won), and children get a 50% discount of the
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adult rate (basic fare: 450 won). The most obvious kind of ticket is the one that can be bought at the ticket window or at automated machines that dispense tickets. These tickets include one-time tickets and prepaid tickets. When purchasing your ticket, it is important to clearly state your destination.
Category Adults Adolescent Elementary School Students Transit Card (won) 900 720 450 One-Time Ticket(won) 1,000 1,000 500
- After getting off the subway, the 500 won deposit can be refunded from Deposit Refund machines installed at each subway station. - The fee for using one-time transportation card, 100 won, is added to the transportation card fare. - Usable only for the subway.
2) Subway lines
Line 1 (Navy Blue) The first line built in Seoul, the main purpose of line 1 is to connect southwestern cities with the northeast city of Uijeongbu through Seoul. Line 2 (Green) The only circular line of the Seoul Metro, it crosses all the major stops around the heart of the city. Many of the entertainment, shopping and other tourist destinations are located near this line.
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One-Time Transportation Card
- Starting May 1, 2009, the Seoul Subway system has stopped using paper tickets and changed to a recyclable one-time use transportation card. - When purchasing the one-time use transportation card, a deposit of 500 won is paid along with the fare.
Line 3 (Orange) The orange line connects the northwest area to the southeast area, perpendicularly crossing the center of the city. Line 4 (Blue) Commuters residing in the northeast or southwest areas of Seoul use line 4 to reach central Seoul.
Line 5 (Purple) Makes stops at Gimpo Airport and Yeouido, the residential island on the Hangang River. Line 6 (Brown) Connects the northwest to the northeast parts of Seoul, passing through central Seoul in the process. Line 7 (Olive) The olive line supplements line 4, connecting the southwest and northeast areas of the city.
Central Line (Turquoise) The central line connects the city center with northeastern parts of Seoul.
Line 8 (Pink)
The shortest line, it was built to provide commuters access to the southeast area. Notable cultural and historical stops are on this line.
Transit Cards
A T-money transit card can be used for buses, subways, and most taxis.
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Line 9 (Gold)
This line connects the Gangseo (west of the Hangang River) and Gangnam (south of the Hangang River) areas, and operates an express train that can reach Gangnam from Gimpo Airport within 30 minutes. Bundang Line (Yellow) Bundang Line was created to accommodate the growing population in this satellite city south of Gangnam. Incheon Line 1 (Ultramarine) A line connecting the northern and southern parts of Incheon city.
- General Card: It is a prepaid, rechargeable card. This is the most common type of T-Money Card. - Discount Card: The discount card works the same as a general card, but will automatically apply the discounted fare for adolescents and children. Therefore it can only be used by adolescents and children. - Credit Card: Some banks will issue credit cards with a built in T-
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Money function. It works on a postpaid basis, so it can be used as a transportation card with no need to charge money in advance. The total fare is added to credit card balance at the end of the month. - Card Usage and Inquiry: Homepage www.t-money.co.kr and Customer Center: 1644-0088 By purchasing a T-Money Card, users can use subways faster and more conveniently since it eliminates the need to purchase a ticket each time. Starting October 2009, T-money cards can be linked with credit cards, and be automatically recharged in 10,000 won increments up to 50,000 won. Depending on the destination,subway fares range from 900 won to 1,500won. For trips within Seoul proper, trips usually cost only 900 won to 1000 won.
Note Public Transportation System: Using a TMoney card and a credit transportation card is more convenient and saves money.
Transit cards can be purchased at ticket windows or convenience stores (Family Mart, By the Way, GS25, 7-11, etc). - The bus system uses a single fare rate, but the subway system uses a distance-based fare rate. A combined fare system is applied when transferring. - A basic fare is applied for trips up to 10 km, and an additional 100 won is charged every 5 km, up to 40 km. When exceeding 40 km, an additional 100 won is charged every 10 km.
For metro buses, a basic fare is applied for trips up to 30 km, and an additional 100 won is charged every 5 km.
- Transfers can be made up to 4 times. - To get a transfer discount when transferring, be sure to contact the transit card on the reader before getting off. - To get a transfer discount, the next leg of the trip must begin within 30 minutes after getting off the previous leg. (Between 21:00 ~ 07:00 of next day, transfer time is extended to 1 hour).
The transfer discount does not apply when boarding the same numbered bus route as the one you just got off. (If you just got off bus number 150 and you immediately board another 150, you will not get a transfer discount.) When transferring to a subway after leaving the subway, there is no transfer discount.
and pick-pocketing can be reported to the 112 police hotline. You can also make the report in person at the corresponding subway station office or to one of 22 crime units with officers patrolling various stops on the Seoul Metro. (Tel. 02-2218-0898)
Intra-City Buses
1) Riding the Bus
Four types of buses cover routes connecting every corner of the city: Branch Route, Main Route, Circulation Route and Metro Route. Bus routes can be the hardest to master for newcomers. However, once you get the hang of riding the bus, it may be easier for you to reach destinations not easily accessible by subway. The busses travel in 5 to 15 minute intervals, but may take longer in busier parts of the city. Schedules vary depending on the bus routes, but most routes start at 4:30 a.m. with the last bus of the day making its round at 1 a.m. One of the advantages of traveling on a bus is that you can actually enjoy the sights and sounds of various neighborhoods around Seoul. If youre worried about traffic, it is good to know that some bus routes do not get as congested, as designated lanes,
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Lost and Found Centers Each line on the Seoul Metro operates its own lost and found center. The lost items are collected at the very last stop and brought to the corresponding lost and found center. If you forgot an item on a subway car, do not panic. Make your way to the subway office or ticket window and give the transit officers on duty details such as the number of the car you left your belongings in. If possible, the officers will signal for the lost item to be retrieved from the car. Another method is to check one of the Lost and Found Centers at following stops. Subway Crime Crimes such as sexual harassment
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marked in blue, provide a free flow of bus traffic. However, the drawback to this is that it may be difficult to find a position on a moving bus full of commuters. The experience gets a bit more interesting when you have to squeeze your way towards the rear exit.
2) Bus Types
Ilban buses are sometimes referred to as city buses, which are the most commonly seen type of bus in the city. Ilban buses come in the colors of yellow, blue and green. Bus numbers indicate the area of departure and arrival plus another digit or two for bus identification. To access a bus route search engine and a Seoul Bus Map, visit http://bus.seoul.go.kr [K, E] Blue (Main Route) buses: These buses connect suburban areas to downtown Seoul. Three types of blue buses exist: the bendable bus, the CNG (compressed natural gas) bus with a lower platform and the regular CNG bus. The city of Seoul partly operates these buses, and they travel at higher speeds and longer distances within the city. Their routes are identified by a three-digit number: departure area + arrival area + single-digit number.
Green (Branch Route) buses Green buses are operated by private companies. These branch buses connect residential areas, subway lines and bus terminals. Their routes are identified by a four-digit numbering system: departure area + arrival area + double-digit serial number.
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Yellow (Circulation Route) buses Circulation buses accommodate various traffic demands. The yellow buses circles downtown Seoul and make short stops at major tourist, shopping and business areas around the center of the city. Their routes are identified by two-digit numbers: area number + serial number.
Red (Metro Route) buses Red buses or express buses are the quickest of the group for a wide area line since they make fewer stops. These buses are the most comfortable and are designed to seat every passenger on the bus. Express buses come in various colors, and the main
purpose is to provide commuters easier access to neighboring cities such as Ilsan, Bundang, Suji, Suwon, Anyang and Incheon. Express buses are labeled with a four-digit number on the front, side and back.
Maeul buses Smaller community buses are for shorter routes that often include residential areas. Maeul buses are easy to spot due to their significantly smaller size in comparison to other buses.
Seoul City Bus Fare

Category Main Route Bus Branch Route Bus Metro Bus Circulation Bus Maeul Bus Cash (won) Adults 1,000 1,000 1,800 800 700 Adolescent 1,000 1,000 1,800 800 550 Children 450 450 1,200 350 300 Adults 900 900 1,700 700 600 Transit Card (won) Adolescent 720 720 1,360 560 480 Children 450 450 1,200 350 300
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* The fares listed above are subject to change at any time depending on the situation of a bus operation company.
Taxis
are three types of taxis in Seoul: white, silver and black. White and silver taxis are ilban or regular taxis and are identified by white and blue caps. White caps indicate privately owned taxis while blue caps are company owned cars. Black taxis are mobeom or luxury taxis. Taxis in Seoul are affordable and therefore a comfortable and convenient way to travel around the city. There
1) Ilban taxis
While you can differentiate between
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a private and company owned taxi by the caps, it's usually easy to spot company owned cabs as they have the company name and numbers on the side doors. The basic fare for these taxis is 2,400 won for the first 2km with an increase of 100 won per 144m. Keep in mind that there is a 20% fare hike from midnight to 4 a.m.
Seoul. - By securing an information desk and the designated platform at Incheon International Airport and Gimpo Airport, more convenient and safer services are provided. - Each taxi is equipped with a card payment system; customers can pay the taxi fare with a credit card (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex) or T-money.
2) International Taxis
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Types of International Taxis

Mid-size Taxi 5 persons or fewer (including driver) 1600cc~2000cc Orange
International taxis are Seouls officially designated foreigner taxi service for foreigners who visit or live in Seoul.
International Taxi Service

- Seoul manages the overall services, ranging from the selection and training of drivers to the operation of the fare system and call center. - The service is organized by drivers and customer representatives who have mastered strict foreign language verification and training courses. - Customized services, which include assistance for airport use, Seoul tours, and business, as well as guidance for Seoul life, are provided for foreigners. - More economical services are provided by applying a flat fare system to the distance between Incheon International Airport and the designated areas of
Mobeom Taxi 5 persons or fewer (including driver) 2000cc or more Black
Big-size Taxi 6~9 persons (including driver) 1600cc~2000c Black
transporting the baggage of passengers. - Call-Van: A cargo transporting business. Its main service is transporting freight, but it also transports the owner of freight at the same time.
4) Mobeom taxis
Drivers wear a uniform and name tag, and have an authorization card. For more detailed information, visit www.intltaxi.co.kr (K, E, J, C), Tel. 1644-2255
3) Call-Van
Call-Van is a newly established transportation business adopted by Korea. They offer a pickup and delivery truck service business, with large taxies the size of vans.
These taxis are black with yellow caps. Being considerably more comfortable, these luxury cabs also cost more. The basic fare is 4,500 won for the first 3 km with an increase of 200 won per 164m.
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Express Buses
The Transportation Concept of a Taxi and a Call-Van - Taxi: A passenger transporting business. It provides services for When planning a trip to regional cities, airplanes and trains are good options, but an express bus is also an excellent hassle-free way to travel around the country. There are four bus
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terminals in Seoul: Dong Seoul, Sang Bong, Nambu and Seoul Terminal. You do not have to make reservations in advance to get tickets and since there is an abundance of buses for each route, a little wait will get you comfortably seated on the next bus. Express buses come in two types: ilban and udeung. While udeung buses cost a little more, they are more comfortable with a row of single seats to the left and double seats on the right. This provides much more leg room for those long rides.
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1) Bus terminal
imperative that you find out which terminal offers routes to the destination of your choice. For example, not all terminals will offer routes to Mokpo, Jeollanamdo. The best way to search bus schedules and make reservations is through www.kobus.co.kr [K, E] or www.easyticket.co.kr [K]. Although reservations are not necessary, many commuters take trips to their hometowns on major holidays or long weekends. It is good to make reservations in advance to avoid waiting in a crowded terminal. To make reservations by phone, call the Express Bus Terminal (Gyeongbu Line) at 02-535-4151 [K] or the Express Bus Terminal (Honam Line) at 02-6282- 0600 [K] between 9:00 and 16:30. You may cancel reservations up to two days prior to the departure date, and all last minute cancellations will result in a penalty.
You need to prepare and research a few things before making your way to one of the four bus terminals. It is
Trains & Planes

Several options exist for those looking to travel to regional cities from Seoul. Although express buses are one option, it's always better to use trains or flights for domestic travel.
1) Trains
Three types of trains exist in Korea: KTX, Samaeul and Mugunghwa. The introduction of KTX in 2004 has made life easier for travel to regional cities. These high-speed trains travel at 300 km/h and have 20 cars with 935 seats in total. The special section has 127 seats with three per section while the general section has 808 seats with four per section. Standees are also allowed on the KTX as use of the train has steadily increased since its induction in 2004. Samaeul trains are the next fastest way to travel, taking Seoulites to Busan in 4 1/2 hours. These trains are roomier and do not have standing tickets available. Samaeul trains stop at all major cities and were the fastest trains before the introduction of KTX. These trains can be easily distinguished by their blue, green and yellow color. The length the train can vary from five to twelve cars.
Mugunghwa trains, named after the national flower of Korea are the slowest and the least comfortable of the group. Standees are allowed and the seating arrangements are not as spacious as the Samaeul train. Mugunghwa trains were commonly used prior to 2004 and are still widely used since they make many stops not serviced by KTX or Samaeul trains. www.korail.com (K, E)
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2) Domestic Flights
Two major airlines, Korean Air (KAL) and Asiana Airlines, as well as several smaller airlines, serve
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domestic flight routes. Gimpo Airport is the base of all domestic flights with daily flights to Gwangju, Gunsan, Daegu (Asiana), Busan, Yangyang, Yeosu/Suncheon, Ulsan, Wonju, Jeju, Jinju/Sacheon, and Pohang, Cheongju. Visit gimpo.airport.co.kr [K, E, J, C] for flight and terminal information in English. Tickets for KAL can be reserved online at www.koreanair.com [K, E, J, C, D, F] or over the phone at 1588-2001, and Asiana Airlines tickets can be reserved online at www.flyasiana.com/english [K, E, J, C] or over the phone at 1588-8000. Purchases can be made directly at one of the stations, or reservations can be made with the amount paid in full at the airport. When considering domestic flights or train rides, it is important to check the calendar for national holidays. The two major holidays in Korea are Chuseok in September and the Lunar New Year in February when people often make their way to their ancestral hometowns for family gatherings. They are the equivalent to the hectic transportation schedules around Christmas or Thanksgiving overseas. Try to avoid travel on major holidays and if it's absolutely necessary, plan ahead and book your tickets early.
I would like to travel with my friends on the weekend by car. Can foreigners rent a car for a short time?
Different documents are required depending on the rental car dealer. You can rent a car with an international drivers license, Korean drivers license, or valid passport. In recent years, most rental car dealers provide automobiles equipped with a GPS. The fare rate may vary depending on car type and rental period, so contact the following dealers for more information. - AVIS: www.avis.co.kr [K, E] - Kumho Hertz Rent-A-Car: www.kumhorent.com [K, E, C, J]
t-money.co.kr) within 10 days after the first use to get a continuous discount benefit. A fare which has not received a discount by registering after 10 days is not refundable. When registering, please use your children/ adolescents alien registration number. Only one discount card is allowed for the alien registration card of one person. While using a childrens card, if the child turns 13 years of age, an adolescent fare rate will be applied automatically.
Are there any call taxes available to foreigners?

Seoul provides the services of taxi drivers and call center representatives who can speak foreign languages [E, C, J] 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, so that foreigners can have a more comfortable life in Seoul. The International Call Taxi (www.internationaltaxi.co.kr) Service is a reservation-based service that not only provides convenience, but also offers observance of business VIP protocol, airport pickup service, customized tours, and a shopping guide service. There are metered fare systems and distance band fare systems. T-money card or credit card is acceptable for payment.
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Is there any way children can get a discount for the public transportation when using a transportation card?
The T-money card is classified for Children Use (age: 6~12), Adolescent Use (age: 13~18), and Adult Use (19 or older). After purchasing a transportation card for children or adolescents, you should call the telephone number 1644-0088 or register at the homepage (http://www.
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I lost my wallet while using the public transportation system. Is there any way I can find it?
In the case of the subway, there is a lost/found center designated for each subway line. To use the lost/found center, knowing the subway line (and the time you rode it) will help facilitate the finding process. The operation hours are 07:00~22:00 In the case of bus, There is a lost and found center at each bus company. The lost belonging can be found by tracing the bus number, riding time, and time you got off. Seoul Global Center will help you to find the bus company. In the case of taxis, taxis are classified into the private taxis and the union taxis in Korea. The lost/found centers are managed accordingly. You can find your lost belongings via the properties registered on the websites of the Seoul Private Taxi Association (http://www. spta.or.kr), or the Seoul Taxi Association (http://www.stj.or.kr). Seoul operates an integrated lost and found center for citizens who use the public transportation system. The registered lost properties, along with the photos, can be viewed at the homepage of the Integrated Lost and
Found Center (http://www.seoul.go.kr /v2007/lifeinfo/find.html?Sid=407_00#).
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Types of Accommodation / Types of Lease Contracts / Real Estate Agents International Districts / Purchase Procedures for Foreigners Residing in Korea Making the Move / Electricity / Gas / Water Service / Q&A
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Types of Accommodation
1) Serviced residences
Serviced residences are furnished apartment buildings with hotel-like services for both short and long-term visitors. Furniture or other facilities needed for living are provided, and hotel-like service is provided as well. These units are usually two to three times bigger than your average hotel room and usually include kitchens. Due to having a lower cost than a hotel, although a hotel-type front desk, business center, and community
space are provided, more and more visitors are choosing serviced residences. For foreigners who do not want to trouble themselves with unfamiliar rental systems in Korea, serviced residences might be the right choice. These residences are also convenient since they are near public transportation systems.
Fraser Suites : Tel. 02-6262-8282 http://seoul.fraserhospitality.com [K / E ] Han Suites : Tel. 02-2280-8000 www.hansuites.com [K / E ] Oakwood Premier : Tel. 02-3466-7000 www.oakwoodseoul.com [E ] Somerset Palalce : Tel. 02-6730-8888 www.somersetpalaceseoul.com [E ]
Vabien : Tel. 02-6399-0078 www.vabienseoul.com[K / E/J]
2) Apartments (Flats)
Apartments are the most popular housing option among Koreans. Apartments are also preferred by most other residents of Korea due to convenience. Basic utilities such as water, gas and heating are wellestablished. Nearly all complexes have facilities nearby and easy access to public transportation. Drawbacks to living in apartments include distracting levels of noise. Similar to the mass housing of apartments, there are row houses, apartment units in a private house, etc. Because the residents share the parking area of apartment buildings you may have parking difficulties due to the narrow parking spaces in the case of old apartments.
Price Range The official unit of area for housing or office spaces in Korea is the square meter. But customarily, the unit pyeong is still used as well. One pyeong is equivalent to approximately 3.3 square meters. Prices vary depending on location and size of the apartment complex. The current market value for an apartment is available at the website of Kookmin Bank Real Estate.
Kookmin Bank Real Estate : http://www.kbstar.com/
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3) Officetels
Officetels originally referred to an office furnished with minimal residential facilities. Recently, they have been frequently used for residential purposes. They are preferred by unmarried workers and are designed to protect peoples privacy, They are also located where easy access to public transportation is
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available. The rooms are furnished with necessary furniture and amenities even though the room size is not so large.
6) Hanoks
A hanok refers to traditional Koreanstyle housing. Currently, the place where many hanoks are preserved is the area of Jongno-gu, Seoul. Bukchon Hanok Village is a typical area for the traditional houses. In recent days, more and more people are remodeling hanoks by harmonizing the excellence of hanoks with life convenience. These remodeled homes have various modern amenities to go along with the beauty of the traditional architecture.
4) Private house
Private houses are constructed on their own sites for a household. Private houses are becoming harder to find in urban settings in Korea. Private houses for foreigners can be commonly found in Itaewon, Ichondong and Pyeongchang-dong.
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5) One room
One room units are of a similar type of housing to officetels except they are smaller than officetels. One room units are a cost-saving alternative to officetels. Lots of them are located near universities.
Types of Lease Contracts

The contract forms for residential housing 1) Jeonse (Key money deposit)
Jeonse or key money deposit is a housing rental system specific to
Korea. Instead of paying monthly rent to a landlord, a large lump sum payment is deposited into the landlords bank account for the duration of the contract. At the end of the contract, the deposited amount is returned to the renter. As for lessors, they can make considerable profits by utilizing the large sum of money paid in advance by lessees. As for lessees, they tend to prefer Jeonse type contracts because they will get the entire deposit back later even though they have to pay a considerable amount of money in advance. However, lessors are beginning to prefer Wolse lease type to Jeonse for diverse reasons.
2) Wolse (Monthly payment + deposit)
landlord, with monthly rent paid on a specified date of each month. There are three types of Wolse contracts. One is to simply pay monthly. Another is to pay a deposit in advance, which is less than Jeonse, and pay a monthly rental fee. You get the total amount of the deposit money back when the lease period is over. The other one is to pay a specific sum of money in advance, and some amount of money for the lease deducted from the paid money every month, and you will get the remaining money back when the lease period comes to an end. In general, most people pay a deposit in advance, and pay a monthly rental fee. In the case where the renter fails to make a monthly payment, the landlord has the right to deduct the amount from the key money deposit. The total amount of the deposit sum is negotiable with the landlord. In the case of conversion from jeonse to wolse, the criterion to estimate the monthly rental fee should be about 14% of the key money deposit.
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3) Signing the lease

Wolse requires renters to deposit an arranged amount of money with the How to conclude a lease contract (1) Before signing the contract, be sure to check the right relations
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(debtor and creditor relation) about the target house. These days, real estate agencies are supposed to explain the state, the location, and the right relations of the target house to the tenants with sincerity and accuracy. They must also present evidential documents such as a certified copy of real estate register to the tenants. Under law, if a loss occurs to the tenant because the real estate agent does not help the tenant check these, the real estate agent must compensate for the loss. This makes it easy for the tenants to verify the right relations of the target house. (2) When you want to conclude the lease contract after the right relations are ascertained, discuss with the lessor all the details (including the lease period, the standard to apply in case of termination before the expiry date of the contract, etc.) and clearly enter what both parties agreed upon into the lease contract before drawing up the contract or signing or placing your seal on the contract. Then, each party keeps one set of the contract respectively. At the same time, because the real estate agent is supposed to issue the confirmed and explained details about the target house (the right relations, the state of the house and location, etc. ) in
writing to both lessor and lessee, the tenant should request the explanatory documents other than the lease contract, and keep them along with the contract.
(3) In concluding the contract, the amount of down payment and the date and the method to pay the remainder are discussed and entered in the contract. Normally, about 10% of the key money deposit will be paid for a down payment and the remainder will be paid when moving in. At this time, the amount of the commission for the real estate agen and payment method will be discussed and agreed on. The commission for the real estate agent varies a little depending on the type of real estate transaction and the type of the target object to mediate. In other words, the commission rate changes depending on whether it is a
lease, sale, or exchange, and whether it is a residential building or commercial building. The commission rate for sales or exchanges is higher than for leases. Also, as for leases, the commission rate for a businessresidential building or an officetel classified as a commercial building is higher than that of a house or apartment classified as residential building. The lease period The lease period is usually two years in order to protect the lessee. However, when both contractors agree on a period of less than two years, the validity of the contract is also declared. If there is not a declaration of intention about the contract renewal or the termination of the contract with two year lease period from either lessor or lessee between six months and a month before the termination of the contract, the lease contract is considered to be renewed with the same conditions as the previous contract as of the date of the termination. If there is an agreement on a halfway termination at the time of drawing up the contract, actions will be taken according to the agreement. However, without advanced agreement, disputes
over compensation of loss incurred from contravention of contract often take place between the lessor and the lessee. The best resolution to the dispute is to minimize the mutual loss through smooth negotiation between the contractors. In case the negotiation between the contractors breaks down on the halfway termination caused by the lessee, the lessor has the right to refuse to return the key money deposit until the lease period ends. In case of wolse, even though the lessee has evacuated the target house, the lessee has to pay the monthly rental fee until a new tenant moves in. Things to do after moving in (1) You have to update the address on your alien registration card with the address of the new house you moved in at the public service center of the local ward (gu) office or the Immigration Office. (2) Visit the Ministry of Justice Registry Office with your updated alien registration card it and the lease contract to get a fixed date on the contract. The fixed date is to make the existence of the lease contract assured by authorities. For this, the authority puts a confirmation seal on the
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contract and enters the serial number of the fixed date register into the contract. Getting a fixed date is important because it is a necessary requirement of counter. Action to exercise the right to obtain preferential satisfaction over subordinated bondholders and other creditors from
the money into which the leased house is converted. A fixed date gives you the right to repossess the key money deposit if the lease relation gets extinguished due to the sell-out of the leased house by auction or delinquency disposition.
Real Estate Agents

1) Commission rate
Commission rate chart (Commission for real estate agent in Seoul)
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[General Residences]
Category Sale/Exchange Transaction Amount (won) Less than 50 million More than 50 million, less than 200 million More than 200 million, less than 600 million Transaction Amount (won) Less than 50 million More than 50 million, less than 100 million More than 100 million, less than 300 million Rate (%) 0.6 0.5 0.4 Rate (%) 0.5 0.4 0.3 Limit (won) 250,000 800,000 Limit (won) 200,000 300,000 -
Category Sale/Exchange
[Luxury Residences]
Category Sale/Exchange Lease, etc. excepting sales and exchange Object to deal Selling a house worthy of 600 million or above Leasing a house at 300 million or above Rate (%) To be determined between client and agent within statutory commission limit of 0.9% To be determined between client and agent within transaction amount limit of 0.8%
[Other Real Estate Transactions] (Non-residential building/land, etc. Real estate)

Category Sales, exchange and lease, etc. Transaction Amount (won) No set standards Commission Rate Top Limit (%) To be determined between client and agent within limit of 0.9% Limit (won) Remark N/A
The commission for the real estate agent is paid by each contractor respectively when a contract is concluded. When a commission is calculated based on the top limit of commission rate exceeds the amount limit, you pay only the amount limit. In case of wolse, the transaction amount, the criterion for calculating the commission, is estimated by adding up
the initially paid deposit money to the amount equal to monthly rental fee x 100. When the estimated transaction amount is less than 50 million won, the commission is calculated by applying the commission rate to the amount estimated by adding up the initially paid deposit money to the amount equal to the monthly rental fee x 70.
Moving Tip
When reviewing the content of the contract, remember to check for the following:
1) Deposit and rent amount, payment methods and commission amount paid to the realtor. Also move-in date and duration of the contract should be checked thoroughly to avoid problems. 2) If both the landlord and the tenant come to an agreement on the terms of the contract, both contractors draw one up and keep one set of the contract respectively. Remember to have all the necessary payment amounts ready beforehand as you will also need to pay the movers as well as other services on that day. 3) Take your alien registration card (or residence card) along with your contract to the registry office for a fixed date. If you get a fixed date on the contract, your rights can be protected in an unexpected situation. Registering your move with the district office provides some protection in case of unforeseen circumstances. 4) When you have taken all the aforementioned steps, it is important for you to report your new address to the district offices public service center or the immigration office within 14 days.
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Why are there three copies of the contract?

When signing a contract at the realtors office, you need to carefully review the contents of the contract and sign three copies. One copy is for you, the second for the landlord and the last copy goes to the realtor. The realtor holds a copy to prevent misunderstandings or arguments that may arise in the future between the tenant and the landlord. In the case of either the landlord or the tenant loses their copy of the contract, realtors can provide photocopies of their contract to either the tenant or the landlord.
How much do I deposit when signing the contract?

You need to prepare 10% of the entire deposit sum
when signing the contract. The remainder should be paid at the same time you move in the target house. When the deposit money is paid and the contract is signed, both the lessor and the lessee have the duty to observe the terms and the conditions of the contract.
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2) English-speaking real estate agents

There are a number of English speaking real estate agents in Seoul.
Please refer to the directory for the list of licensed real estate agents.
1) Itaewon (Yongsan-gu)
Itaewon was and still continues to be the largest expatriate community in the country. Located near the Yongsan US military base, it is designated as a special tourist zone : Itaewon is famous for shopping, with a diverse range of shops catering to the needs of the foreign community. The neighborhood also boasts a large number of bars, clubs and restaurants. Suitable for its reputation as a multicultural region, Itaewon has a lot of foreign specialty restaurants including American, French, Pakistani, Indian, Egyptian, and Middle Eastern restaurants: Many foreigners reside in the area. Itaewon is favored by many foreigners who work in Korea.
International Districts
Seoul has several international districts. The growth in the number of foreigners is expected to increase further with plans for foreign investment zones around the city. The following is a short list of some of the prominent foreign communities in Seoul.
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2) Hannam-dong (Yongsan-gu)
Hannam-dong has a significant number of foreign diplomatic missions. Located near Itaewon, the district consists of two areas: The UN Village and an ordinary residential district. You will notice a number of fancy villas or big Western-style houses in this exclusive area. Hannam-dong is a primarily residential area with many cultural and business facilities located in nearby Itaewon.
common to see authentic Japanese restaurants in the area. Its also quite common to see Japanese business signs in the area. With Yongsan Park in close proximity, Ichon-dong is a unique and pleasant residential area.
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4) Sinchon-dong(Seodaemun-gu)
Located in the northwest area of Seoul, Seodaemun-gu is a popular residential area among foreigners. Numerous universities including Ewha Womens University, Hongik University and Yonsei University are located in the district and, hence, many foreign students and professors reside in the area. Numerous officetels and onerooms in the district are quite popular with the students and singles. This district is surrounded by mountains which allow for regular, convenient weekend hiking forays for residents of the district.
3) Ichon-dong (Yongsan-gu)
Ichon-dong is widely recognized as a predominantly Japanese district. Ichon-dong was once home to embassy staffers and employees of trading companies in the city. Its
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5) Gangnam / Seocho-gu
These two areas are the shopping and business hubs of Seoul. Numerous apartment complexes, officetels and one room studios in the district are popular with the single working class population in the area. Gangnam has various cultural and business facilities such as Korea International Trade Association (KITA), COEX, and Seoul Arts Center. The area also boasts some of the most affluent areas in Seoul containing pricey high-rise buildings and trendy fashion districts. Gangnamgu is popular among Koreans because of the convenient transportation to various areas around the city and elite schools and academies in the area. On the downside, the popularity of this district has lead to an increase in housing costs and hectic traffic. Furthermore, the large number of office buildings and academies in the area has resulted in a steady growth of foreign workers and English instructors making Gangnam-gu their home away from home. The most famous residential area for foreigners in Seocho-gu (adjacent to Gangnam) is Seorae Village in Banpodong, This area has a dense population of French people and shows the uniqueness of things French. Of the many neighborhoods in Seocho-gu,
none stand out more than Seorae Village in Banpo-dong. Distinctly French and unique, Seorae Village is located next to Montmartre Park.
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6) Pyeongchang-dong / Seongbuk-dong
Expensive villas and luxury houses line Pyeongchang-dong. Located on the hills and surrounded by mountains with a scenic view of the city, the area offers a quiet residential atmosphere. Seongbuk-dong has a lot of cultural facilities. Art centers and galleries are plentiful. However, its hard to find commercial businesses nearby. Public transportation is also limited with a few bus routes.
Purchase Procedures for Foreigners Residing in Korea

Sign contract
Report land acquisition
Transfer of ownership
registration certificate. Once the purchased property is registered, you must complete the Transfer of Ownership Registration at the district office. Necessary Documents: Alien registration card, registration application, documents confirming the sale (i.e. written contract with a seal), registration certificate, application for registration, authentication documents (contracts, etc.), real estate register.
In the case of using an agent, the agent needs a proxy signed by the delegating person.
1) Foreigners residing in Korea

Foreigners residing in Korea include individuals purchasing properties for residential purposes or a foreign corporation making a purchase for the purpose of opening a branch in Korea. Properties purchased for reasons specified above fall under the Foreignes Land Acquisition Act and the Real Property Registration Act. Foreigners residing in Korea are exempt from the procedures outlined under the Foreign Exchange Transactions Act. Residents or corporations purchasing properties must register the acquired property at the appropriate district office within 60 days of purchase (contract signing). The necessary documents include the sales contract and property
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2) Non-residing foreigners
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Non-residing foreigners include foreign corporations acquiring properties in Korea and non-residents as outlined under the Foreign Exchange Transactions Act. Nonresidents must adhere to the Foreigners Land Acquisition Act, Foreign Exchange Transactions Act, and Real Property Registration Act. The following are steps non-residents must follow when purchasing property in Korea. (1) Individuals must prepare several documents before entering Korea. Documents : certification of residence in a foreign country, issued by appropriate authority or address confirmation with proper authentication. Corporations also need to prepare a few documents prior to their entrance into Korea. Documents certification of proof for a corporations legitimacy, or address confirmation with proper authentication. (2) Register your money. Non-residents bringing capital for real estate purchase must register the capital with a foreign exchange bank. Documents : sales contract, surveying report, public land evaluation confirmation, property register. Individuals must report lease rights
as well and, after selling a property, capital to be sent out of Korea must be reported to the departure bank. (3) Land acquisition report after payment (Foreigner's Land Acquisition Act) Non-residents must report their purchase within 60 days to the land registration department of their district office. Documents: sales contract, land register (4) Apply for registration number. This number is a mandatory requirement for land registration. Non-resident individuals - register at local immigration office with Land Acquisition Certificate and copy of a passport Non-resident corporations - register at land registration department of city, country or district office where the land is located with Land Acquisition Certificate and an Authentication document issued by home country Using a proxy - passport of agent, warrant issued by home authentication institution (5) Registration of Real Estate Individuals and corporations must
report change in ownership at a district office within 60 days of paying balance. The documents to submit are the address certificate, the registration certificate for registration of real estate, the application for registration, the certificate of registration, the transcript of the register, the document evidencing the ground of registration (sealed contract), etc.
In case of delegation, the proxy notarized by a notary authority in home is needed.
Making the Move

1) Types of relocation services & storage services
When thinking about making a move in Korea, there are several types of relocation services available. (1) Call van service If youre single and own a few possessions, a call van service may be the economically wise method of relocation. (2) Standard relocation service Standard is the most affordable way to move and best suited for singles without much to pack. When you make a reservation for using a vehicle, you should confirm if you need a worker to move your belongings. You must pack and unpack all your belongings and although not the most convenient method of choice, its the most economical option available. (3) Complete relocation service The moving company provides 2~3 movers. The movers pack, transport and unpack all your belongings. This method is quite convenient considering you only have to organize your belongings and the movers will take care of everything else. Cleaning and
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The procedure for non-resident foreigners to acquire real estate

Sign contract
Report land acquisition (foreign exchange transactions act)
Payment
Report to land register (foreign exchange transactions act)
Apply for registration number for land register
Real estate registration
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extra services to make the entire moving process easier is also available at an extra cost.
Remember to take note of No spirits days. What is a No spirits day? It is more of a longstanding Korean myth than anything else, but certain days of the lunar calendar are considered to be free of evil spirits. Since more people may reserve these dates for their move, you may have difficulties in finding a vehicle or workers. Check with your service provider for the specific dates.
2) List of moving companies / Storage services

Please refer to the directory (p. 243) for the list of the companies of moving & storage services.
3) Professional cleaners
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(4) Store-then-relocate service Storage services are often provided by overseas complete relocation movers. The service provider will store your belongings in a storage space until your designated moving date. Storage services depend on the amount and duration of your storage needs. They provide cleaning services for the entire house on move-in day. As things can get hectic and theres a lot to cover, you might want to hire a helping hand to clean up the mess in your new place. They also provide cleaning services for blankets, sofas and carpets.
Please refer to the directory (p. 243) for the list of professional cleaners.
Moving Tip
If you need further assistance, the friendly folks at Seoul Global Center (SGC) are always available to lend a helping hand. Located on the third floor of the Seoul Press Center, SGC offers help in all areas of life in Seoul. Take the initiative and head on over to the SGC office or give them a call at Tel. 02-2075-4130~1 or visit http://global.seoul.go.kr If you notice any furnishings or items in need of repair, remember to include them in the lease agreement. When you conclude the lease agreement, it is recommended that you include the details in the contract after having prior consultation with the lessor.
In order to protect the lower income group as well as to promote energy conservation, Korea applies a progressive system to electric charges, which increases the unit price successively as the usage increases.
Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) Tel. 123 http://www.kepco.co.kr/ (K, E) http://www.kepco.co.kr/ (K,E)
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Electricity
The base voltage for domestic use in Korea is 220V. However, some old houses may still use both 110V and 220V. Be sure to check the voltage before you use the electric goods brought from abroad. The electricity service is provided by Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO). You need to contact KEPCO when you have inquiries about electric charges, accidents, subscriptions, etc.
Gas
The gas types used in Seoul are city gas and LP gas. However, the city gas has been distributed to most Seoul areas (96%, as of the year 2008), and some regions use LP gas. In order to use the city gas, you need to contact the city gas company for your residence for the subscription. An engineer visits you to install the gas from the gas
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company on the day you want to start using the gas. When you move out, you also need to contact the gas company to remove gas from your residence. The experts from the city gas company should carry out the installing and the uninstalling of the gas. You can find the city gas company for your residence at the homepage of Korea City Gas Association.
Korea City Gas Association: http://www.citygas.or.kr/ (K)
drink directly. The water bill is issued biomonthly and it includes charges for both the water service and sewage. You can find the charging system and other related information at the homepage of Office of Waterworks Seoul Metropolitan Government.
Office of Waterworks Seoul Metropolitan Government Tel. 120 http://arisu.seoul.go.kr (K, E)
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In case that your residence uses LP
gas, you need to contact a nearby gas company for installation of the gas.
Water Service
The water service of Seoul is run and provided by the Office of Waterworks Seoul Metropolitan Government. The name of the water service of Seoul is Arisu and the water is high quality tap water to
I concluded a wolse lease contract with the conditions of three million won deposit money and a monthly rental fee of one million won. How much commission should I pay to the real estate agent?
In case of wolse, the transaction amount for the calculation of the commission should be estimated by adding up the deposit money to the amount equal to the monthly rental fee multiplied by 100. So to speak, one million won * 100 + three million won = 103 million won, The commission rate for transaction amounts from 100 million to 300 million is 0.3%, the limit amount is 300 thousand won. The amount should be paid respectively by both the landlord and the tenant.
landlord, you need to find a new lessee to move in, and pay the commission for the real estate agent for the lessor. In the case of you failing to find a new lessee, you still have to pay the lessor the monthly rental fee, and utility charges until the lease period comes to an end.
Is there a storage service around to take care of my belongings while I make an overseas trip after the termination of my employment contract?
Local moving companies provide storage services. The fee varies depending on the storage period, the size of the packs, etc. You can also request a truck service to move your belongings. The cost of the storage service is about 60~80 thousand won (2.5m x 2.5m) a month, and the cost of a truck service depends on the moving distance.
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I want to terminate the contract five months before the lease period ends. Do I have to pay any compensation to the landlord?
You dont have a legal duty to pay a specific compensation to the lessor. However, according to custom, after a consultation with the
There is a drainage problem, and water overflows. So, it needs repairing. Do I have the right to ask the landlord for the repair?
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When there is a problem with the basic facilities for life in the leased house, the duty to repair lies with the lessor. However, if the problem is caused by the lessees negligence, the lessee has the duty to repair. When the lessor does not repair it, the lessee can ask the lessor for reimbursement for the repair.
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Garbage Disposal
Preparations for Garbage Collection / General Waste / Food Waste Recycling / Large Waste Matter / Waste Collecting Days for Major Foreign Residential Areas Recycling Centers and Flea Markets / Q&A
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same day. Discharge hours : Discharge hours: From sunset to midnight Collecting hours : You need to ask your district (gu) office for details.
Preparations for Garbage Collection

Sorted garbage collection is designed to levy a graded charge for the amount of waste you dispose of. The system facilitates the disposal of recyclable waste and the reduction of general waste by using the Standard Plastic Garbage Bag. It has been enforced since 1995.
3) Collecting places
In front of the gate (if residence is an individual home) Outdoor receptacles for apartments
You can easily find garbage disposal bags at supermarkets and convenience stores.
1) Penalty for violations

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Penalties ranging from 100,000won up to 1,000,000won(depending on the local district) will be levied against an illegal disposal. If food waste is not separated from general waste, penalty rates for illegal disposal will grow progressively higher. (Penalty rates apply differently for each local district.)
4) Types of garbage bags

General waste : For general waste (semi-transparent white plastic bags) Food waste only: Domestic and commercial food waste (semitransparent yellow plastic bags) Public waste : Blue plastic bags Recycling : Discharge in ordinary plain plastic bags
2) Time for discharge and collection

Discharge day : You need to ask the district (gu) office about the day because it varies for each local district. Recyclable material and general garbage shall be discharged on the
The price of volume-rate garbage bag (in case of Seocho-gu)

Classification Capacity Selling price Before change After change 80 100 150 190 300 370 720 880 320 400 800 990 1,200 1,480 1,600 1,970 1,100 1,360 1,620 2,000 2,150 2,650 2,580 3,180
3) How to discharge general waste

Fill the garbage bags with a declared amount; and tie the bag twice in the shape of a cross - Double check the district specified on the garbage bag (Different districts use different bags) Discharge waste after sunset before collection day - Inquire at the district office for designated collection days
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5 For domestic use 10 (white) 20 50 20 For domestic use 50 (yellow) 75 100 50 For workplace 75 (green) 100 Special bag 50 (gunnysack)
Food Waste
1) What is food waste?
It refers to the remaining part of food to dispose after cooking, leftovers, food to dispose due to passing the expiration date, etc.
General Waste
1) What is general waste?
Waste matter exclusive of food waste, reusable waste, and large waste matter such as furniture.
2) The standard plastic garbage bag

Easily purchased at supermarkets Various sizes in semi-transparent white and yellow colors Different districts use different bags Different prices by districts
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Food waste is collected everyday (except on Sundays).
Classification( ) Selling price(won) 2 40 3 5 10 20 60 90 170 340
2) Food waste classification

Classification Items not included in food waste Hard shells such as shells of walnuts, chestnuts, peanuts, acorns, coconuts, Fruits pineapples, peaches. Seeds of drupes such as apricots, persimmons Meats Bones and feathers Shells of clam, turban shell, abalone, ark shell, sea squirt, oyster, crawfish, Seafood lobster, etc Internal organs of globe fish Others Tea bags, grounds of herbal medicine
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3) How to discharge separate food waste

General houses : Detached houses and apartment housing units with under twenty (20) households - Discharge the yellow plastic bag containing the food waste into a dedicated container (25 ) in front of the gate before 10:00 P.M. before a designated collecting day. Apartment house : Apartment housing with more than twenty (20) households - Discharge the plastic bag into a dedicated collection container (120 ) established in the apartment complex. - Charge : The charge will be included in the monthly apartment maintenance fees.
Get rid of moisture and exclude objects such as vinyl, bones, and shells from the food waste. - Exclude such toxic or stimulating matters as the eggs of blowfish (intestines), the peels of onions, and pepper paste. A penalty will follow unlawful disposal (e.g. Putting food waste in general waste bags or mixed with general waste) The penalty will increase with repeated offenses - You will be fined for not separating food waste from general waste (different penalty rates apply for each local district) : - 1st offense : 50,000 won - 2nd offense : 100,000 won - 3rd offense : 200,000 won
Recycling
1) Separate recycling waste by type
Items Paper Recyclable Item Newspapers, books, notes, wrapping paper, corrugated cardboard, paper bags, paper boxes, items indicated as or Beer bottles, liquor bottles, soda beverage bottles, items indicated as Non-recyclable Items Plastic coated paper bags, Plastic coated paper cups Sheet glass, mirrors, heatproof tableware, milk-white bottles, cosmetic bottles, ceramic wares
Glass
Metals
Beverage cans, spray cans, butane gas Paint containers, oil containers, or containers of containers, aluminum, stainless utensils, steel noxious materials tools, iron wire, items indicated as or
Safety packages for household electrical Styrofoam appliances, etc., delivery containers for fresh fish Disposable dishes or fruit, clean instant noodle containers Plastics Writing implements, buttons, sockets, toys, Items indicated as PET, HIPE, LDPE, PP, baby-walkers, telephones, disposable cameras, PS, PVC, or OTHER electric heaters Milk cartons
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Milk Cartons
Fluorescen Unbroken fluorescent lamps or bulbs t Lamps Plastic Bags Plastic bags (white, black, etc.) Batteries
Broken fluorescent lamps or bulbs Instant noodle packages, contaminated plastic bags Dispose of batteries at the designated area indicated by each neighborhood office
2) Methods of recycling
Divide the waste by type and place in an ordinary plastic bag. You do not need to use a standard garbage bag.
Because the collecting day is different for each building, you need to remember the discharge day and discharge it on the proper day (from sunset to midnight).
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3) Recycling centers
For private residences: In front of the gate of the building or designated place For apartment complexes : Designated place in apartment complex
Items Refrigerator
Television Washing machine Hydro extractor Vacuum cleaner Humidifier Iron Facsimile
Large Waste Matter

1) What is large waste matter?
Waste that cannot fit into standard waste bags. Ex) furniture, electric home appliances, bedding, office machines, air-conditioners, etc.
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Air conditioner / Hot blast heater
2) How to dispose of large waste matter

(Applying either by internet or phone) Application > Payment> Printing/ attaching a certificate > Discharging the waste > Collecting
Audio (excluding Speaker) Audio speaker (unit price) Computer
Size Over 500L Over 300L Under 300L Over 42 inches Over 25 inches Under 25 inches 80 pyeong (264.464m2) or greater 20 pyeong (66.116m2) or greater Up to 20 pyeong (66.116m2) Over 1m (3.28084ft) Under 1m (3.28084ft) -
Fees (won) 8,000 6,000 4,000 5,000 4,000 3,000 3,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 1,000 3,000 8,000 5,000 3,000 5,000 3,000 2,000
3) Disposal fees
Each district office charges varying fees for the collection of large waste.
PC gaming device Heater Gas stove & oven Microwave
Electric fan
Body (Including Keyboard) 3,000 Monitor (Including Keyboard) 3,000 Printer 3,000 Monitor 5,000 Supporting frame 3,000 2,000 Over 1m 4,000 Under 1m 2,000 3,000 Electric fan For business 3,000 (Large-size) For domestic (Small-size) 2,000 Desk 4,000~7,000
Broken glass
Air cleaner Electric rice cooker Cassette Radio Duplicator Wardrobe Living room furniture Dining table Short-legged dining table Sink Desk
Smaller than the size of a desk glass Smaller than the size of a veranda window Bigger than the size of a veranda window Over 1m 120 cm 90 cm Long sofa Short couch Seating more than 4 Seating less than 4 1 piece Desk size for 2 (double) Desk size for 1 Up to 2 shelves More than 3 shelves More than 5 shelves Single Single mattress Double Double mattress Single Seating more than 2 120cm 90cm -
1,000 2,000 3,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 5,000 15,000 10,000 5,000 2,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 2,000 7,000 4,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 10,000 5,000 15,000 8,000 2,000 3,000 10,000 8,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
Chest Toilet bowl Carpet Floor sheet Clothes rack Rice chest Wall clock Toy car for baby Rocking horse for baby Swing for baby Bags
More than 5 drawers Up to 4 drawers Per 3.3058m2 (1 pyeong) Per 3.3058m2 (1 pyeong) Floor rack
Picture frame CabinetFile cabinet Piano Organ Door leaf Aquarium Mirror
Bookcase
Bed
Bicycle Baby carriage Pottery Washstand Baby-walker
Chair Display cabinet Dresser Stationery case Shoe case
Up to 50cm in width More than 50cm in width Up to 50cm in width and length More than 50cm in width and length More than 100cm in width and length Over 4 column Under 3 column Up to 1m in width and length More than 1m in width and length Up to 50cm in height More than 50cm in height Two-wheeler (for adult) Two-wheeler (for child) Three-wheeler (for infant) Up to 30cm in height More than 30cm in height -
4,000 2,000 5,000 1,000 1,000 2,000 3,000 1,000 2,000 1,000 1,000 2,000 3,000 1,000 3,000 5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 15,000 4,000 2,000 5,000 9,000 1,000 2,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 2,000 1,000 2,000 4,000 2,000
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Jangwi 2(i)-dong, Jangwi 3(sam)dong, Seokgwan-dong Mon, Wed, Thu : Jeongneung 4(sa)dong, Gireum 1(il)-dong, Gireum 2(i)-dong Tue, Wed, Fri : Jeongneung 1(il)dong, Jeongneung 2(i)-dong, Jeongneung 3(sam)-dong
Waste Collection Days for Major Foreign Residential Areas

1) Yongsan-gu
Discharge hours : 22:00 ~ 01:00
Mon, Thu : Ichon 1(il)-dong, Ichon 2(i)-dong,Itaewon 1(il)-dong, Itaewon 2(i)-dong, Hangangno 2(i)-ga Tue, Fri : Huam-dong, Yongsan2(i)ga-dong, Cheongpa 1(il)-dong, Cheongpa 2(i)-dong, Hangang 1(il)-dong, Hangang 3(sam)-dong, Hannam 1(il)-dong, Hannam 2(i)dong, Seobinggo-dong, Bogwangdong, Namyeong-dong, Wonhyo 1(il)-dong, Wonhyo 2(i)-dong, Hyochang-dong, Yongmun-dong Mon, Wed, Fri : Wonhyoro 1(iI)-ga
3) Seodaemun-gu
Discharge hours : 18:00~22:00
Mon, Wed, Fri : Cheonyeon-dong, Chunghyeon-dong, Sinchon-dong, Yeonhui-dong, Hongeun 1(il)-dong, Hongje 2(i)-dong, Hongje3(sam)dong, Namgajwa 1(il)-dong, Namgajwa 2(i)-dong Tue, Thu, Sun : Chunghyeon-dong, Bugahyeon-dong, Sinchon-dong, Yeonhui-dong, Hongeun 2(i)-dong, Hongje 1(il)-dong, Bukgajwa 1(il)dong, Bukgajwa 2(i)-dong
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2) Seodaemun-gu
Discharge hours : 18:00~24:00
Mon, Wed, Fri : Seongbuk-dong, Donam 1(il)-dong, Donam 2(i)dong, Bomun-dong, Jongam dong, Wolgok 2(i)-dong, Jangwi 1(il)dong Tue, Thu, Sun : Samseon-dong, Dongseon-dong, Anam-dong,
4) Mapo-gu
Discharge hours Summer (Apr-Oct) : 19:00~24:00 Winter (Nov-Mar) : 18:00~24:00
Mon, Wed, Fri : Ahyeon 1(il)-dong, Ahyeon 2(i)-dong, Gongdeok 1(il)dong, Gongdeok 2(i)-dong, Singong deok-dong, Dohwa-dong, Yonggang-dong, Daeheung-dong,
Yeomni-dong, Sinsu-dong, Sangamdong Tue, Thu, Sun : Seogang-dong, Seogyo-dong, Donggyo-dong, Hapjeong-dong, Mangwon 1(il)dong, Mangwon 2(i)-dong, Yeon nam- dong, Seongsan 1(il)-dong, Seongsan2(i)-dong
Held by the Seoul Global Center http : //global.seoul.go.kr [K, E, J, C, F) Tel : 02-2075-4130~1
5) Seocho-gu
Discharge hours : Sunset~24:00
Sun, Tue, Thu : Bangbaebondong, Bangbae 1(il)-dong, Seocho 2(i)-dong, Seocho 3(sam)-dong, Seocho 4(sa)-dong, Yangjae 1(il)dong, Bangbae 2(i)-dong Mon, Wed, Fri : Jamwon-dong, Bangbae 4(sa)-dong, Banpo 4(sa)dong, Seocho 1(il)-dong, Bangbae 3(sam)-dong, Yangjae 2(i)-dong, Banpo 1(il)-dong, Banpo 4(sa)dong, Seocho 3(sam)-dong, Naegok-dong
2) Ttukseom Beautiful Flea Market

A space for practicing reusing and sharing by the direct participation of citizens A sharing marketplace that donates more than 20% of the sales amount Ttukseom Resort Station Square (Line 7, Ttukseom Resort Station, Exit 2 or 3) http : //www.flea1004.com [K, E) Tell : 02-732-9998
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Recycling Centers and Flea Markets

1) Flea Market for foreigners
A flea market held for foreign sellers
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The harmony of the streets, traditional scenery and customs as will as the Cheonggyecheon Stream attract of not only citizens but also tourists from both home and abroad. Transportation: 100M from exit 9 of Sinseol-dong Station http : //pungmul.seoul.go.kr [K, E, C, J] Tel : 02-2238-2600
3) Beautiful Store
Takes donations of new and used goods. Collects used articles for repair to resell at low prices. http : //beautifulstore.org [K, E] Tell : 02-3676-1009, 1577-1113
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6) Itaewon second-hand furniture street 4) The Salvation Army Thrift Store

Sells goods donated by individuals or companies at low prices. http : //www.nanumistore.org [K, E] Tel : 02-365-7084, 1588-1327 (Inquiries for donation/sponsoring) Used furniture formerly owned by foreigners can be purchased at low prices. Located between Exits 3 and 4 of Itaewon Station, Line 6.
5) Seoul Folk Flea Market

A place where you can come across Korean items at low prices, such as appliances and home wares, tourist gifts, local products, ethnic food, etc.
7) Recycling centers (Sorted by local district)

Gu (District) Dobong-gu Recycling Center Dobong-gu Recycling Center : 02) 906-8272 Dobong-gu Used Goods & Recycling Center : 02) 1544-7054 Dongdaemun-gu Recycling Center, 1st Bldg : 02) 2243-7282 Dongdaemun-gu Dongdaemun-gu Recycling Center, 2nd Bldg : 02) 2242-7282 Dongdaemun-gu Recycling Center, 3rd Bldg : 02) 2216-4303 Dongjak-gu Eunpyeong-gu Gangbuk-gu Dongjak Recycling Center : 02) 822-7289 Korea Total Junggo : 02) 581-6772 Eunpyeong-gu Recycling Centr (Eungam) : 02) 389-7282 Eunpyeong-gu Recycling Center (Susaek) : 02) 372-8272 Gangbuk-gu Recycling Center: 02) 987-8272 Recycle City : 02) 992-8425 Recycle City : 02) 426-7282 Gangdong-gu Green Recycling Center : 02) 470-8230 Line 5 Dunchon-dong Station, Exit 4 Go straight for 20m Turn left at the first corner Go straight for 100m Gangnam-gu Gangnam Recycling Center : 02) 501-7157 Gangnam Recycle : 02) 584-9900 Banghwa Recycling Center : 02) 2666-7262 Gangseo-gu Deungchon Recycling Center : 02) 3661-8272 Hwagokbon-dong Recycling Center : 02) 2602-050 Geumcheon-gu Guro-gu Gwanak-gu Jongno-gu Jung-gu Geumcheon-gu Recycling Center : 02) 802-7282 Doksan Recycling Center : 02) 863-7282 Guro Recycling Center : 02) 858-8272
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Guro-gu Recycling Center (Cheonwang-dong) : 02) 2683-4459 Gwanak Recycling Center: 02) 884-7289 Jongno Recycling Center: 02) 762-7289 Jung-gu Recycling Center: 02) 2235-0890
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Gu (District) Jungnang-gu Mapo-gu
Recycling Center Jungnang-gu Recycling Center Mapo-gu Sinchon Recycling Center : 02) 713-7289 Mapo-gu Recycling Center (Mangwon) : 02) 337-7272 Seoul Recycling Center : 02) 790-8049 Nowon-gu Recycling Center, 1st Bldg.: 02) 974-7282 Nowon-gu Recycling Center, 2nd Bldg.: 02) 933-8289 Seocho-gu Recycling Center 1 : 02) 571-7272 Seocho-gu Recycling Center 2 : 02) 581-8272 Seodaemun-gu Recycling Center : 02) 394-8272 Hyundai Recycling Center : 02) 3217-3016 Seongbuk-gu Recycling Center (Jeongneung) : 02) 942-7289 Recycle City : 02) 414-8425 Songpa Recycling Center : 02) 418-4911 Songpa Recycle : 02) 941-8272) Yangcheon-gu Recycling Center : 02) 2651-2582
Nowon-gu Seocho-gu Seodaemun-gu Seongbuk-gu Songpa-gu
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Yangcheon-gu
Yangcheon-gu Recycling Center : 02) 2691-8945 Yangcheon-gu Recycling Center : 02) 2605-0028 Yeongdeungpo Recycling Center 1 : 02) 2632-7289 Seoul Yeongdeungpo-gu Recycle : 02) 2636-7289 Yongsan-gu Recycling Center : 02) 797-3662 Recycle City : 02) 716-8425
Yeongdeungpo-gu Yongsan-gu
How should I dispose of fluorescent lamps and batteries?

In order to prevent environmental pollution by heavy metals, we need your active cooperation in not discharging fluorescent lamps or batteries They are toxic wastes of daily life. Every dong office has a separate bin for them, and the places that have large collections have separate bins for them, too. You can obtain information about the locations of separate bins for fluorescent lamps and batteries by contacting the local dong office.
I properly disposed of my garbage recently as I always do, but have been fined. I think someone went through the trouble of opening thebag and going through the contents. I feel like Ive been unfairly fined for the actions of a garbagepicker. Can I make a complaint to someone?
There have been reported cases of individuals who go through others garbage or stray cats going through the contents of the garbage bags looking for food. In your case, you will have to file a complaint at the local district office by filling out an application form and submitting evidence.
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I have a broken glass from my desk. How should I dispose of it?

If the amount is not so much, you can put it in a plastic bag for general waste. However, because it a dangerous substance, you have to wrap it thick enough with newspapers or the like before putting it in the bag. If there is a large amount, you have to purchase a special bag at a selling place, and break the glass down to small pieces to dispose of it.
My kids clothes do not fit him anymore but are in very good condition. How I can donate these clothes?
Use a collecting bin for old clothes. If you live in a detached house, you can use a collecting bin for old clothes, standing at the alley. If you live in an apartment building, you can use a collecting bin for old clothes, standing by the other bins for separating waste. In the case of the
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bins for old clothes, they are established by an organization of the handicapped, and are not controlled by a district office. To donate to a local welfare center If you want to donate to an organization for children, please contact the social welfare department of the ward (gu) office because it has a welfare center for children under its control. To use an organization for donation: Please check with a BeautifulStore near you at www.beautifulstore.org
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Communication Facilities / Postal Services Telephone Services / Banking / Q&A
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Communication Facilities
1) High speed Internet
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High speed Internet has spread rapidly in Korea, one of the worlds most Internet savvy countries. High-speed Internet services are available in many homes. There are three major companies offering high-speed Internet services : KT Megapass, LG Powercom and SK Broadband. You can either sign up for service by calling the registration numbers or sign up for service online.
URL KT QOOK LG Powercom SK broadband www.qook.co.kr [K] www.xspeed.com [K] www.skbroadband.com
An installation technician will be sent to your home to install Internet services. To use Internet service, you need either wired equipment for wired Internet or wireless equipment for wireless Internet. Initial cost for installment is 30,000 won and monthly service charges range from 25,500 to 30,000 won (VAT excluded). However, service charges may vary depending on the Internet service provider and Internet Plan. In general, contracts vary from 1 year to 3 years. Discount rates are applied depending on the period of your contract. However, if you cancel service within the term of your contract or shorten the period of your contract, a fee may be charged to compensate for the amount of the discount you received during the length of your contract. You will also have to pay rental fees for the modem and AP.
Tel. Regular phone-Tel. without dialing area code 100 (toll-free) mobile phone -Tel. with the area code+100 (fee charged) 1644-7000 Tel. 106 (without area code) / 080-8282-106 #3 (English consultation)
Service charges - The basic charges consist of a monthly service charge, installation fee, and monthly charges for terminal. Also, discount rates are applied depending on the duration of contract.
KT QOOK Service charges and charges for terminal

Term of Contract Service charge Charges for terminal Three-Year Contract 25,500 3,000 Two-Year Contract 27,000 4,500 One-Year Contract 28,500 5,500 No Contract 30,000 8,000 Remarks Free of charge after 3 years
Installation fees for a new contract 30,000 (exempt if contract is set for longer than 1 year)
Transfer to different gu 10,000
Transfer within the same gu 10,000
LG Powercom
Term of Contract Service charge Charges for terminal Three-Year Contract 23,000 no charge Two-Year Contract 26,400 1,000 One-Year Contract 29,700 4,500 No Contract 33,000 7,000 Remarks Free of charge
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Residential environment (Rates may vary depending on the type of residence, such as APT, and detached house).
SK Broadband
Term of Contract Service charge Installation fee Addition of dynamic IP No Contract Contract 33,000 One-Year Contract 32,010 Two-Year Contract 31,350 Three-Year Contract 29,700 Forty-Month Contract 28,050 Four-Year Contract 27,390
Installation fee for new contract - 30,000
Installation fee in case of transfer Indoor - 10,000 / Outdoor 10,000
Monthly 12,000/IP
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2) Internet cafs (PC bang)

Throughout Seoul, there are many places where you can use the Internet, so it should be easy to find one in your neighborhood. These places are called PC bang, a Korean word for Internet cafe and can include words such as cyber, net and internet plaza in their names. When you need to use the Internet to check your e-mail, surf the web, work on or print documents, go to a PC bang in your neighborhood. You can use the Internet at a reasonable price. Hourly rates are between 1,000 and 1,500won. If you have membership or go to the PC bang during nighttime hours, it is cheaper to use the Internet.
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3) Cable TV
Cable TV is a means of communication that combines broadcasting and telecommunication and provides multichannels relating to a variety of
specialized fields of broadcasting. Depending on their needs, viewers can choose from many specialized channels, including movies, dramas, sports/games, news/information, entertainment, regional access/TV guide, home shopping, children, music, hobby/living, culture/documentary, women/family, education /public access and religion. In addition, viewers can watch not only territorial broadcasting, but also overseas satellite TV programs from America, Japan, Australia, China and Europe. Recently, cable TV providers have begun to offer additional services including highspeed Internet services. A foreigner who wants to sign up for cable TV service needs to provide his or her name, contact information, address, Alien Registration Card, and a bank account for automatic money transfer. (For money transfer by giro, a copy of ones passport is required.) Required documents may be different for each cable service company, so you should make inquiries at your local cable TV provider. You can contact the Korean Cable TV Association for phone numbers of each local cable service provider. Tel. 02-735-6511 www.kcta.or.kr
Rates are differ between on services and you should pay for installation and equipment additionally.
4) Satellite broadcasting
Satellite broadcasting refers to broadcasting TV programs and PCM programs using a BS (Broadcasting Satellite), which is located 35,784km above the earth. Through satellite broadcasting, viewers can watch channels from all over the world, which are not available on territorial broadcasting. You can also videotape your favorite programs and watch
them later. SkyLife is a representative satellite TV provider in Korea. It is a multichannel digital satellite broadcast station that provides high definition pictures and high quality sound based on digital technology, hundreds of channels, simultaneous broadcasting of the same quality programs throughout the nation, data broadcasting services through interactive communication and specialized audio channel services. For instance, an interactive TV service is where viewers choose information through the TV and remote controls. There are two kinds of interactive TV services: independent interactive services and connected interactive services. Independent interactive services are similar to web services and viewers choose the information they want from the TV. Through connected interactive services, viewers can watch TV and see the synopsis of dramas or buy clothes of main characters in the dramas.
URL Tel. 1588-3002 02-717-2256 02-2231-7989
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SkyLife Nasa Satellite Seki Satellite
www.skylife.co.kr [K, E] www.nasasat.co.kr [K] www.sekisat.co.kr K, E]
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i.e.) 2009 general service and equipment charges of SkyLife Contract duration 3 years Normal rate 12,000 Discount rate 8,000 Set top box Free 30,000 8,000 ( (
including Installation fee Total ( not installaton
i.e.) 2009 general service and equipment charges for English programs of SkyLife Contract duration 3 years Normal rate 12,000 Discount rate 10,000 Set top box Free
including Installation fee Total ( not installaton
30,000
10,000
The charges vary depending on products, and rates. See the Website of SkyLife for further inquiries.
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A foreigner can sign up for SkyLife services by calling SkyLifes customer service center (Tel.1588-3002) or through registration consultation. Or, if you leave a message by e-mail (english@skylife.co.kr) the company will contact you. To watch satellite programs, you need an antenna, receiver, Smart Card and remote controls. SkyLifes staff will install this equipment. Monthly rates vary depending on satellite TV providers, products and the term of your contract. In addition to the monthly rates, you need to pay for the receiver, antenna and installation. It is difficult to recommend a 3-year contract package, which is generally applied to Korean people, since foreigners do not normally reside in Korea for a long time (In case of cancellation of the 3-year contract, a
penalty of quite a large amount is imposed). In this context, a rate sys tem that does not cause any penalty is recommended in case of cancellation of the contract at anytime. Moreover, an information (text) service like Sky Touch, in which all menus are supported in Korean, is meaningless to those foreigners who do not understand Korean. For this reason, Sky Touch should not be added to the service for foreigners with no understanding of Korean.
5) Newspapers and magazines

Numerous newspapers and magazines can be found in Korea, ranging from newspapers issued daily to weekly and monthly magazines. You can get newspapers or magazines through a
one-year subscription, but you can also buy them at newsstands around bus stops or subway stations as well as and 24-hour convenience stores and bookstores. Various media companies (including newspapers and magazines) update news and information through their websites and in print. They also offer English services. Although, readers need to pay for the offline media, anyone can view online information free of charge except for some contents, as long as he/she is
Monthly English-language Magazines Name of company SEOUL ELOQUENCE Groove Korea Dailies Name of Company Kyunghyang Newspaper Kookmin Ilbo Seoul Newspaper Donga Ilbo Munhwa Ilbo Segye Ilbo Chosun Ilbo Joongang Ilbo URL www.khan.co.kr [K] www.kukinews.com [K] www.seoul.co.kr [K] www.donga.com [K] www.munhwa.com [K] www.segye.com [K] www.chosun.com [K, E, J, C] www.joins.com [K] URL www.seoulselection.com www.timescore.co.kr http: //groovekorea.com
connected to the Internet. Englishlanguage newspapers for foreigners in Korea include the Joongang Daily, Korea Times and Korea Herald.
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English-language Newspapers Name of company Joongang Daily Korea Times Korea Herald URL http://joongangdaily.joins.com www.koreatime.co.kr www.koreaherald.co.kr
Name of Company Hankyoreh Hankook Ilbo Yonhap News Maeil Economy Seoul Economy Hankyung Newspapers Herald Business Financial News
URL www.hani.co.kr [K] www.hankooki.com [K] www.yonhapnews.co.kr [K, E, J, C, Spanish, Arabic] www.mk.co.kr [K, E] http://economy.hankooki.com [K] www.hankyung.com [K] www.heraldbiz.com [K] www.fnnews.com [K]
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6) Broadcast stations and radio
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Koreas three major broadcast stations include KBS (Korean Broad casting System), MBC (Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation) and SBS (Seoul Broadcasting System). Each broadcast station has broadened the scope of broadcasting through territorial broadcasting, radio programming, cable and satellite programming, the Internet and DMB. In particular, the development of Internet homepages has enabled viewers to watch program re-runs. In addition, more programs have included viewers opinions or information on the programs. Arirang TV is an English-language broadcast station that provides news and information on Korea. All TV and radio programs of the broadcast station are available in English. AFN (1530 AM, 102.7 FM), TBS eFM (101.3 FM) are 24-hour English language radio stations.
Postal Services
Shipping Company DHL Korea 1588-0001/www.dhl.co.kr [K, E] Federal Express 080-023-8000 www.fedex.com/kr_english [K, E] UPS 02-2022-1000 www.ups.com/contect/us/en/index.jsx [K, E] Hanjin Shipping[c2] 1588-1612 (International Shipping) / hanex.hanjin.co.kr [K, E] EMS 1588-1300 / www.epost.go.kr [K]
You can mail letters, postcards and little parcels by putting them in a mailbox on the street or by visiting a post office in your neighborhood. You should go to the post office when using nonstandard envelopes or postcards. You need to write down the
zip code when you send a letter or a package. Post offices, DHL, Federal Express, UPS, Hanjin Shipping Company[c1] , and EMS provide shipping services.
1) Domestic postal service

National zip code directories are available at post offices. You can use
General Postage Rates (As of 2007)
Category Content Standard mail General mail Non-standard mail
domestic postal services by writing down the recipient's zip code and attaching stamps for regular mail or express mail. When you choose registered mail, you receive a receipt. Registered mail is more expensive than regular mail. However, the process of delivery of registered mail is recorded, so it is possible to track the mail. The hours of most post offices are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, but some post offices are open until 8 p.m., and some are open even on Saturdays. For more information on rates, fees, zip codes, compensation for damages, and so forth, contact the following number. (Tel. 1588-1300)
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Weight up to 5g 5g~ 25g 25g~50g up to 50g Each 50g exceeding 50g
Standard mail rates (won) 220 250 270 340 120

2) Overseas postal service

For overseas mail, a direct visit to a post office is mandatory. Express Mail Service provides the fastest and safest international postal service that delivers urgent letters, documents and packages. EMS is operated by the Korea Post under special agreements with reliable, overseas postal counterparts. Before sending your mail, make sure to write down the address and names of senders
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and recipients, phone numbers and the contents, numbers and costs of items. Rates vary depending on the kind of mail and its weight (letter, postcard, air mail, printed stuff, package, etc.), so you need to check the information through the homepage or the post office's window. After sending your mail through
EMS, airmail or registered mail, you can check the status of delivery through the customer service center for international mail in the post offices call center. When you call in Korea, use the following number (Tel. 02-2108-0050~60). If youre calling from outside Korea, dial the following number (Tel. 82-2-2108-0051~0059).
Transmissible and Non-transmissible items for Overseas Mail

Transmissible items Non-transmissible items - Coins and Bank Notes - Money Remittances - Marketable securities - Prohibited Articles - Items that are dangerous to handle or that can destroy or contaminate other items. - Drugs and other hallucinogenic materials - Flammable or explosive materials or dangerous materials (paint, ink, etc.) - Obscene or indecent items - Processed or unprocessed gold, silver, platinum, gems and other valuables - Items that are prohibited at the receiving country - Easily perishable foods - Animals and plants
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- Commercial Papers - Computer Data - Check Clearances - Business Samples - Magnetic Tape - Microfilm - Merchandise (some countries may prohibit sending certain merchandise.)
3) Door-to-door delivery
Door-to-door delivery refers to a service directly delivered to a recipient. It is more costly, but safer and faster than regular mail. Because senders leave the receiver's contact information, it is less likely to lose the items for delivery. With a call, an employee of a doorto-door delivery company visits your place and delivers various items (including documents, parcels and heavy goods) anywhere in the nation the next day after receiving the items (On holidays or in certain areas
including islands or mountainous areas, the delivery might be delayed for one or two more days). You can also make a reservation through the homepage of the door to-door delivery company. For the post office door-todoor delivery service, you can visit a post office and signup for the service. Rates for the door-to-door service vary depending on the receiver's area, the kind and size of the items and the number of items. You can verify this information on the homepage of the door-to-door delivery company. - The post office door-to-door delivery service delivers the items the next day and items sent to Jejudo by sea are delivered in two days. - The size refers to the sum of the width, length, and height. If any of these exceed the standard, additional charges will apply. - The same delivery area refers to si or do where receipt and delivery of items were made. Other areas and Jeju-do are separated from the same
Door-to-Door Delivery Companies
URL Hanjin Transportation Korea Express KGB Logis Logen Post office
delivery areas. The delivery areas are divided into nine areas (Seoul, Incheon, Gyeonggi-do / Busan, Ulsan, Gyeongsangnam-do / Daejeon, Chungcheongnam-do / Chungcheongbuk-do / Gwangju, Jeollanam-do / Daegu, Gyeongsang buk-do / Jeollabuk-do / Gangwon-do / Jeju-do) - For the Jeju area, receipt of delivery items is made in Jeju-do and the rates of Jeju are applied to the delivery items sent to other areas. - For the items sent from other areas, the rates are applied depending on the delivery area. For other areas, the rates of the same delivery area, other areas, and Jeju area are applied, respectively.
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Tel. 1588-0011 1588-1255 1577-4577 1588-9988 1588-1300
www.hanjin.co.kr www.doortodoor.co.kr www.kgbls.co.kr http://d2d.ilogen.com www.epost.go.kr
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(Ex) Basic rates for post office door-to-door delivery service (As of 2009)
up to 2kg up to 5kg up to 10kg up to 20kg up to 30kg (up to 60cm) (up to 80cm) (up to 120cm) (up to 140cm) (up to 160cm) Post office Within the same area 4,000(won) 5,000(won) 6,000(won) 7,000(won) 8,000(won) 5,000(won) 6,000(won) 7,000(won) 8,000(won) 9,000(won) door-to-door Other areas delivery Delivery to Jeju by air 6,000(won) 7,000(won) 8,000(won) 9,000(won) 11,000(won) Delivery to Jeju by sea 5,000(won) 6,000(won) 7,000(won) 8,000(won) 9,000(won) Weight (size )
4) Quick service
Quick service is faster than door-todoor delivery service. Quick service delivers items to the recipient within 24 hours by a motorcycle or car. Many quick services are available through the internet and operate 24 hours, all year round. You can pay for the service through various payment methods such as cash, credit cards or money transfer depending on the delivery companies. Rates for quick service are different depending on the distance between the place of origin and the place of receipt of the item, the type of items, and the weights of items. Investigate this information in advance on the websites of the quick service companies.
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Telephone Services
1) Pay phones
Features Only domestic calls are available. Phones operated Local calls, national calls and calls to mobile phones are available. by coins The rate for local calls is 70 won per three minutes. You need to dial the number after inserting coins. For this kind of phone, you may use phone cards, credit cards and IC cards. Phones operated Local calls, national calls, calls to mobile phones and international calls are available. by phone cards Phone cards are available in 2,000, 3,000, 5,000 and 10,000 won denominations. Phone cards are available for purchase at newsstands or convenience stores. International calls are available. Phones operated The rate for local calls is 70 won per three minutes. by phone cards To use an international collect call service, press the emergency button and 00799. and coins You will be connected with a telephone operator. You can also use credit cards for this type of phone.
When you make long-distance calls, insert coins or cards and then press the area code and phone numbers.
Category
Major area codes

Seoul (02) Incheon (032) Gwangju (062) Chungcheongbuk-do (043) Gyeongsangbuk-do Busan (051) Jeollabuk-do (063) Jeju (064) Gangwon-do (033) Gyeonggi-do (031) Daejeon (042) Daegu (053) Gyeongsangnam-do (055) Chungcheongnam-do (041) Ulsan (052) Jeollanam-do (061)
2) International calls
When you make international calls, press the number of the phone service provider, country code, area code and phone number.
Number KT 001 LG Telecom 002 Onse Telecom 00365 SK Telink 00700
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Major country codes

Guam 1 + 671 New Zealand 64 Denmark 45 Macao 853 Mexico 52 Venezuela 58 Saudi Arabia 966 Spain 34 Ireland 353 Iraq 964 Australia 61 Chile 56 Thailand 66 Poland 48 Hong Kong 852 Greece 30 Netherlands 31 Romania 40 Malaysia 60 Bahrain 973 Brunei 673 Singapore 65 Saipan 1 + 670 Argentina 54 Iran 98 Austria 43 Kuwait 965 Turkey 90 Finland 358 Hungary 36 South Africa 27 Germany 49 Russia 7 U.S.A 1 Bangladesh 880 Brazil 55 Sweden 46 Sri Lanka 94 Italy 39 India 91 United Kingdom 44 Columbia 57 Pakistan 92 Philippines 63 Norway 47 Taiwan 886 Libya 218 Myanmar 95 Bulgaria 359 Belgium 32 Switzerland 41 Andorra 376 Egypt 20 Japan 81 China 86 Canada 1 Portugal 351 France 33
(e.g.) When you call your friend living in New York, dial the numbers in the following order. International call code (001) + country code (1) + area code (212) + phone no. (123-4567)
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3) Telephone installation services

To install a telephone line in a home or an office, call 100 without the area code. Once you call the number, the telephone company in the area of your residence will install a phone line for you. There are two telephone landline companies, KT (www.qook.co.kr or Call 100 without the area code), and SK Broadband (www.skbroadband .com or Call 106 for simple procedure subscription). You can choose one in consideration of service rates and service contents). For phone installation, a foreigner needs a passport and a copy of his/her foreign registration card. The monthly basic charge is 5,200 won. In addition to the monthly fee, you should pay 60,000 won for signup (including installation). In Korea, the use of VoIP Internet phone is gradually on the rise as an alternative to the landline telephone.
4) Mobile phone
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The number of Koreans with mobile phones has significantly increased. Thus, mobile phone carriers have striven to attract customers by providing a variety of services including cameras, video cameras and videophones in addition to text messaging and call services. There are three major mobile phone carriers in Korea: SK Telecom, KT Show and LG Telecom. English is available on the websites of the companies and you can check out details on different services and rates. A foreigner who wants to use a mobile phone service needs documents including passport and foreign registration card. When the foreigner's agent intends to sign up for the mobile phone service, he/she should visit a mobile phone store with the agent's ID card.
SKT - Security deposit must be prepaid. English consultation service available : Tel. 080-2525-0111 KT Show - No need to pay a security deposit, but a Korean credit card/ bank account is required. Prepaid service plan is available. English consultation service available: Tel. 02-2130-1180 LGT- There are no restrictions on signing up for service plans, but you need your own bank account. English consultation service available: Tel. 1544-0010 Mobile phone carriers provide differing service plans according to customers' various lifestyles, so you can choose an inexpensive service plan that meets your needs. You can pay for the service through various methods including money transfer, credit card, CD/ATM, GIRO, online payment, online remittance.
communication through the Internet. - This service provides two-way data communications in real time using a telephone or PC via connecting to the telephone network through Internet network access technology. Its a service through which users can make domestic calls (local/toll calls), international calls, and LM calls from a general telephone to a mobile phone at low cost. In Korea, there is a rising trend in subscriptions of Internet telephone services, while that of landline telephone subscriptions is gradually diminishing.
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Features of VoIP internet phone

See QOOK VoIP Internet phone
5) VoIP Internet phone

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) Internet phone - Software produced with voice and image transmission technology for
A user can pay the same single rate for local and toll calls nationwide, and the rate of call to mobile phones is cheaper than that of a general landline telephone. When it is used along with the Internet, a more stable service is offered, and high quality calls similar to general phone calls are provided. Video telephony is also offered like a mobile phone through the Internet video phone. Smart service, since everyday life information is offered without
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searching the Internet. - Useful information, such as community, everyday life, traffic information, and home ATM can be conveniently used. One-stop installation to the high speed Internet - You can easily and conveniently make/receive a phone call, only if the VoIP Internet phone is connected with the Internet line. The same services as mobile phones are available. Fee payment is also simple. - Combined billing or separate billing from the home landline telephone is possible, and integrated billing with other services including the Internet, mobile phone, and IP TV is also available. A user can simultaneously subscribe to this service, when he/she subscribes to the Internet service. When the Internet is already installed, you can subscribe the VoIP Internet phone service additionally from the service provider concerned. If you combine the two services together from the same service provider, the service charges can be discounted.
VoIP Internet phone service providers

The service can be simultaneously offered from Internet providers. See Internet Service Providers.
Banking
In Korea, you can use various financial instruments and services including deposits, funds, and insurance products through a variety of financial institutions. For some cases, however, the banking transactions of foreigners staying in Korea may be restricted under regulations, since relatively strict domestic regulations are applied to all financial transactions. For foreign exchange transactions, especially, foreigners need to be careful about relevant regulations because some documents are required and maximum transaction amounts and so forth are applied depending on transaction types.
1) Opening an account
For the account opening of foreigners, foreigners are actually classified into resident foreigners having an income source within Korea, and non-resident foreigners whose income source is abroad. This classification is required upon foreigners opening a bank account, depending on the status of overseas money inflow or domestic money outflow. If you heed the following regulations concerned with financial transactions in Korea, you can carry out your business more conveniently. For all financial transactions, you need to visit a bank (due to the real name verification system). If you are a non-resident foreigner, your passport is always necessary. If you reside in Korea, you need to carry an alien registration card (in the case of ethnic Koreans, ones address certificate). If you are not a resident foreigner in Korea, there can be restrictions in the amount of deposit or withdrawal to and from a bank. When a foreign tourist or a non-resident foreigner
conducts financial transactions, the amount must be within the amount of the foreign currency exchanged into Korean Won (KRW), or income generated within Korea. In such a case, some document of evidence is required.
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- Deposit and overseas remittance - Required document : Evidence of income generated in Korea or evidence of currency exchange (i.e. passport)
According to foreigner classification

Resident foreigner - A foreigner residing in Korea, who has declared ones address within Korea or completed foreigner registration. - Only KRW can be deposited and withdrawn. - There is no difference from an account of a native Korean.
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Non-resident foreigner - The investment registration certifi cate is essential. - The registration of the permanent representative is essential. - A person who has foreign nationality and who does not reside in Korea. Only currency exchanged through a foreign exchange bank in Korea can be deposited and withdrawn by sending or receiving from/to abroad. - Foreign currency account or KRW account is needed. - For the differences from native Koreans, a capital gains tax is imposed in the event that profit is generated when a foreigner sells stocks. Moreover, the tax amount is decided under the tax rate agreed upon with the country concerned in case interest income is generated. A Korean having permanent residency in a foreign country - In the case of opening an account for a Korean having permanent residency of a foreign country - Depending on the status of residence within Korea, permanent representative designation and the use of KRW account/foreign currency account can be chosen. - A Korean having permanent
residency in a foreign country can open an account as a native Korean, since his/her resident ID number still exists. However, the difference of the accounts between native Koreans and Koreans having permanent residency in a foreign country is that the withholding tax rate conforms to the tax agreement with the country concerned in the case of interest income generated within Korea.
According to transaction business

Status of opening KRW account and/or foreign currency account - Koreans having permanent residency in a foreign country: KRW account, and foreign currency account can be opened. - Resident foreigners : Only KRW account can be opened. - Non-resident foreigners : Only foreign currency account can be opened. Classification of KRW account and foreign currency account - KRW account: Deposit/withdrawal is possible through bank tellers, but overseas remittance is impossible. - Foreign currency account: Deposit /withdrawal through a bank teller is
impossible, but overseas remittance is possible. Tax rates depending on a resident foreigner and a non-resident foreigner (Check limited tax rate, special case tax rate, and capital gains tax imposition) - Resident foreigner: Same withholding tax rate as native Koreans is applied, and capital gains tax is not imposed. - Non-resident foreigner: Limited tax rate (in case a tax agreement is in place) or special case tax rate (in case no tax agreement is made) is applied and capital gains tax is imposed.
and if you have a document showing how the money was acquired, then you can transfer any amount within the range of income. Different banks have different fees and restrictions on transfers, so it is recommended you compare information at different banks. Required Documents Passport, Alien Registration Card, certificate of earned income (when applicable) When you transfer money to an overseas bank account It is convenient and fast to transfer money through telegraphic transfer. For the transfer, you need to write down the name of the recipient, address, account number, the name of bank, and other pertinent information in English.
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Note: In relation to account opening

Foreigners can open a credit account. When a foreigner wants to invest in stocks, an account must be open under the foreigner s investment registration and an investment registration certificate containing a designated number has to be issued.
3) Exchange of money
If you have a passport, you can easily exchange foreign money or traveler s checks for Korean money at Korean banks, including the Korean Exchange Bank and the change booths at the airport. You can exchange up to $10,000 (for one entry) at a time. The foreign exchange rates are not fixed
2) Transfer
When you want to send money overseas, you can transfer money at a bank. Through designated foreign exchange banks, you can transfer up to $ 50,000 (remit + exchange) a year,
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and change depending on economic factors.
documents (certificate of ones address, and non-resident foreigner judgment sheet proving the person is not a resident foreigner) should be submitted. Check tax affairs, deriving from investment in funds, through a consultant of a bank where a foreigner can invest in such a fund.
4) Investment
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A customer who wants fund trading in Korea, needs a fund investment method for market situation, fund and asset management, and restrictions under the local laws, and tax affairs information. In particular, the following restrictions are applied to fund subscription depending on the nationality of the customer concerned: For an American, subscription of offshore funds is impossible, regardless of residence in Korea. There are no restrictions for customers with nationalities other than the U.S. unless the fund concerned specially sets forth restrictions. When an American residing in Korea wants to buy a new or additional domestic fund, two
5) Real Name Verification Act

Under the real name verification system put into effact in 1993, all financial transactions are possible through ones real name verification. This system is applied to both native Koreans and foreigners. In the event of transactions through a representative, the evidence documents required by the real name verification system should be submitted.
Foreign Exchange Regulation

The following regulations are applied to foreign tourists, foreign residents, and non-resident foreigners in foreign exchange transactions in Korea under the foreign exchange regulations. - Buying KRW :When a foreigner wants to sell foreign currency (buy KRW), he/she can sell foreign currency up to the amount carried into Korea. In the case of a nonresident foreigner staying in Korea temporarily, foreign currency up to USD 10,000 can be exchanged into KRW. - Buying foreign currency : When a foreigner wants to buy foreign currency, he/she is allowed to sell within the income generated within Korea or the foreign currency amount sold in Korea by the person. When there is no foreign currency selling record in Korea, foreign currency can be bought up to USD 10,000 as travel expenses. In this case, the person must possess a passport. The same principle applies to overseas remittance. For a resident-foreigner, 15.4% withholding tax rate, which is
imposed for interest income of native Koreans, is withheld for interest income generated through all financial transactions. Also, tax preferential treatment is not allowed for foreigners. For a non-resident foreigner, the limited tax rate of the country where the person stays is applied and the tax is also withheld when interest income is generated. Related Websites Yahoo Finance : http://finance.yahoo.com/currency Korea Exchange Bank http://www.keb.co.kr/main/en/ For More Information The Exchange Rate ARS Service: Tel. 82-2-1544-3000(#3) Tel. 82-2-1588-3500(#3)
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6) Credit cards
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Qualification for Issuance A credit card can be issued to only those who meet certain criteria presented by a credit card company, including company workers, public officials, people engaged in educational, medical sectors, and other professionals whose workplace and company address are confirmed. If you dont have a good credit record, your request for the issuance of a credit card might be rejected. How to Issue a Credit Card and Required Documents A foreigner who intends to receive a credit card needs to find out various benefits and services offered by credit card companies or banks and can sign up for one through the credit card companys website or by visiting a bank or an office of a credit card company. Required documents for the sign-up include an application form with your photo, a foreign registration card, and a document verifying your income (proof of employment, tax invoice, etc.). However, different banks or credit card companies may require different/ additional documents. Annual Membership Fee Annual membership fee is a fee
charged for the issuance of the credit card and various services offered by the credit card company. An anual membership fee is charged every year starting with the month of issuance. The Annual membership fee is divided into basic annual membership fee and affiliated service fees (except for the family card and the corporate card). The basic annual membership fee is charged once a year regardless of the number of cards you have. Affiliated service fees are charged for the different cards you have.
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Where is wireless Internet available in Seoul?

Wireless Internet is available in coffee shops, apartments, colleges, libraries, etc. Some wireless Internet services are often available if you subscribe to the Internet membership. The membership can be subscribed based on hours or days. See the website of Nespot for further details (http://www.nespot. com/ web/eng/index.html).
According to the Foreign Exchange Act and relevant regulations, a resident foreigner within Korea can send money up to KRW 50 million a year. When a foreigner, who acquired a work permit, wants to remit more than KRW 50 million, his/her total income can be sent to the home country if the employer presents an income tax payment certificate to the bank concerned.
Can I use a Korean brand mobile phone in Korea, although I bought it in the U.S?
Korea currently uses a CDMA and 3G network, so it is technically possible to use a foreign phone in Korea, but only in roaming mode. Due to the way Korean telecom systems work, foreign phones are not allowed to be used under standard plans, or with Korean USIM cards.
I have purchased a product from an online shopping mall operated abroad. Can I get some information on the tax and delivery status of the goods?
Before buying goods from online shopping mall, you need to check whether the goods are allowed into Korea at the website of Korea Post (http://www.koreapost.go.kr). If the goods are allowed, a tariff will not be imposed up to KRW 150,000 including postage. When it exceeds KRW 150,000 including postage, tax set forth by the Korea Customs Service is imposed. The tariff varies depending on the types of goods, and it can be paid to the delivery person upon delivery. Books and equivalent
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What is the maximum amount that a resident foreigner can remit to his/her home country?
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are excluded from tariff imposition. Check for more details at the website of Korea Customs Service (http:// english.customs.go.kr/). When you want to inquire about delivery status, you need the transport or shipping number, and it can be checked through the website of Korea Post (http://ipo.epost.go.kr).
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Scope of Activities and Employment for Foreigners in Korea Employment Procedures by Visa Status Visa statuses that can seek employment with an approval Labor Law (Main Regulations) Support Centers and Information Bureaus for Foreign Workers Four Social Insurance programs / Recruiting and Employment Sites / Q&A
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The status of sojourn permitting employment includes Short-term employment (C-4), Specialized Profession (E-1~7), Training Employment (E-8), Non-professional Employment (E-9), Vessel crew (E-10), Working Holiday (H-1),Working Visit (H-2), Residency (F-2), and Overseas Koreans (F-4) under certain conditions, and Permanent Residency (F-5), etc.
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Scope of Activities and Employment for Foreigners in Korea

Foreigners are limited to the scope of activities and period of stay as stated in their visa. Not all foreigners that are granted a status of sojourn in Korea can be employed in Korea. The status of sojourn can be divided into employment allowed and employment not allowed.
Employment Procedures by Visa Status

1) Short-term employment (C-4): Within 90 day working period
This is the case that a foreigner temporarily engages in promotional activities, advertisement, fashion model activities, lecture, speech, research, technical guidance, etc.
Foreigners Status Allowing Employment
2) Specialized profession (E-1~E-7)

Specialized professions as stipulated
by the Immigration Office are as follows: Professor (E-1, five year working period), Foreign Language Teaching (E-2, two year working period), Research (E-3, five year working period), Technological Guidance (E-4, five year working period), Profession (E-5, five year working period), Arts/Entertainment (E6, two year working period), Specially Designated Activities (E-7, three year working period). There are seven in total and each applicant needs to possess a certificate or a special skill in the area they are applying for. Certified doctors and nurses can obtain a permit to gain employment in Korea with the consent of an affairs minister. For example, foreigners looking to work as a general practitioner in Korea must obtain a certificate from the National Health Personnel Licensing Examination Board. Applicants can only take the exam after a thorough assessment by the members of the board. Due to recent changes, obtaining an E2 visa for English instructors has become a little more complicated. E-2 applicants must now submit a criminal background check, a medical certificate showing a clean bill of health and a document showing the authenticity of the applicants diploma and criminal background check.
3) Training Employment (E-8)

This is the status granted to a trainee who undertook industrial training (D3) for a year, allowing for two year employment in Korea. The initial date is the day after training is completed, and the limit of the sojourn period for training employment is granted two years at a time. The period of labor contract is one year. So the granted period will be within that of the labor contract or that of the fidelity guarantee, but the total of sojourn period in Korea including the period of industrial training and the period of training employment from the date of entry shall not exceed three years.
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4) Residency (F-2)
The spouse of a Korean national who is eligible for residence, the spouse of one with permanent residence status, one with the status of refugee, etc. can apply freely for a permanent position or a temporary position to make a living.
5) Overseas Koreans (F-4)

One who used to have Korean nationality, took a foreign nationality or one who has parents or grandparents
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of a foreign nationality, either of whom used to have Korean nationality, can be granted overseas Korean status. Two years are permitted for them to receive employment in all fields except for simple labor and fraudulent acts.
sojourn period for the status is one year.
8) Non-professional employment (E-9)

According to the Employment Permit System for Foreigners, after you agree to sign a labor contract, you should complete a pre-education course arranged by your countrys labor export institution. Also, immediately after your entry to Korea, before you are placed at your workplace, you should enter a labor education institution to be educated about the work, and you should be insured for homecoming expenses and accidents. The employment period in Korea is 3 years, and according to the changed re-employment system, reemployment is permitted only once. In case the employer of the current work place applies for the reemployment from 90 days to 30 days before the expiration of the sojourn period, the person with nonprofessional employment can remain employed without leaving Korea. The period of labor contract can be concluded or renewed according to the agreement of both parties within the three years period of employment activities.
6) Permanent Residency (F-5)

The one with permanent residency status has no limitation on employment activities in Korea.
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7) Working Holiday (H-1)

This status is for those from countries (Australia, Canada, Japan, and New Zealand[LHJ1]) that signed the MOU or Agreement on Tourism Employment, whose main purpose is tourism, but who are seeking employment for a short period of time to pay for travel expenses. The
Employees are not allowed to bring family during the employment period. In principle, foreign workers are supposed to work where employed first after entry. However, the employees can change the working place based on the following reasons by law.
Reference: Causes for the Permitting of Shifting Workplace (Clause 1, Article 25 of Foreigner Employment Act, Article 30 of Enforcement Decree
working conditions, etc. 5. In case it is admitted that the foreign worker is not suitable for working at the business or workplace due to injuries, but can work at other businesses or workplaces The foreign worker who wants to change workplace should apply within a month after quitting the previous workplace and should get reemployed within three months from the application date. In principle, for the granted period for employment activities (maximum of three years) after the first entry, the foreigner can change workplace up to three times, and when the period for employment activities is extended due to reemployment, the foreigner can change the workplace up to twice during the extended period. However, the cause of shifting workplace where in the case it is admitted that the foreign worker cannot continue to work at the workplace due to closure, termination, and other causes that the foreign workers are not responsible for (item 2, clause 1, article 25 of the law), it is not counted in the number of shifted workplaces.
1. In case the employer tries to terminate the labor contract during the contract period under a justifiable cause or he or she fails to renew the contract after the termination of the labor contract 2. In case it is admitted that the foreign worker cannot continue to work at the workplace due to closure, termination, or other causes that the foreign workers are not responsible for 3. In case the employment approval is cancelled according to clause 1, article 19, or the employment is restricted according to clause 1, article 20 4. In case it is hard to keep up the labor contract on the basis of public perception due to the different working conditions from the labor contract and the violation of
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9) Working Visitor (H-2)

Overseas Koreans looking for employment opportunities in Korea with an H-2 visa must complete an education/training course provided by an education institution designated by the Ministry of Labor. H-2 visa holders with successful completion of employment education must apply for employment-seeking status. After notifying their status as an employment seeker, they can seek employment on their own terms or go through the Employment Support Center. H-2 visa holders can only work at places with a special employment possibility certified designation given by the Minister of the Ministry of Labor. Furthermore, once gaining employment, a H-2 holder must notify the Immigration Office within 14 days of their new place of employment. You must remember to complete your foreigner registration at an Immigration Office within 90 days of entering Korea. In order for visiting overseas Koreans to get employed by the construction industry, they have to get an Approval Certificate for Employment in the Construction Industry issued after applying for the registration of employment in the construction
industry and completing employment education according to the system of the registration of employment in the construction industry for visiting overseas Koreans. Without an Approval Certificate for Employment in the Construction Industry, they cannot get employed in the construction industry effective December 2009.
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Visa statuses that can seek employment with approval

1) Status of Study Abroad (D-2)
Foreign students studying in Korea
are allowed to have a part-time job during the semester or vacation time which does not lie beyond the scope of activity to study abroad. However, the foreign student should take more than a semester in Korea, be recommended by the college advisor, and then be allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours a week. (Language studies are not included.) It is also applied to one with the status of family visitation (F-1) and the status of dependent family (F-3) who wants to enter a university after graduating from a high school in Korea. However, engaging in a high technology research center, business area of fraudulent acts, adult entertainment establishments, etc. is not allowed.
Referential Organization - Ministry of Labor: www.molab.go.kr [K] - Human Resources Development Service of Korea: www.hrdkorea.or.kr [K] - Information Center Complex for Foreigners: www.hikorea.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
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2) Status of Family Visitation (F-1)

One with the status of family visitation can get employed after getting approval for activity besides the status of sojourn when one tries to raise a child who was born by a Korean spouse and oneself, or wants to support Korean parents or family, or when it is admitted that one needs to be employed to make a living for oneself or ones family.
Labor Law s (Main Regulations)

Foreigners residing in Korea are protected under the same labor laws as Korean workers. For more information on labor laws, regulations and information, visit www.molab.go.kr [K, E].
1) Maternity leave
What is maternity leave? All pregnant women are entitled to a leave of absence to prepare for the birth of a child and also to recuperate
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after giving birth. A minimum of 45 days must be given before and after birth totaling 90 paid days. The leave of absence starts approximately 45 days prior to the expected day of birth and, if the birth is delayed, the employer must still provide at least 45 days after the birth of the child in order to allow the employee to recuperate. Furthermore, if an employee is pregnant for 16 weeks or more and has an abortion or gives birth to a stillborn child, depending on the length of the pregnancy, the employer must provide 30 to 90 days for leave of absence.
Whos eligible for maternity leave? From 2008, companies are legally obligated to permit not only pregnant employees but their husbands to take maternity leave. The term of maternity leave for husbands is three days. A male employee must apply for maternity leave within 30 days after his wife gives birth. If a company refuses to grant maternity leave or salary, the employer will be sentenced to up to 2 years imprisonment or fined up to 10,000,000 won.
Maternity leave paid period and amount
outlined under the contract agreed upon by both employer and the employee. Applying for maternity leave grant Employees who wish to receive a maternity leave grant need to prepare a maternity leave confirmation document from the employer along with an application for maternity leave and submit it to the employment support center supervising the applicants area of residence or the location of the enterprise. However, it is important to note that application for a maternity leave grant past a 12-month period will nullify the employees eligibility to receive the grant.
- For companies receiving preferential support, employees who give birth after January 1, 2006, will receive a 90-day grant covered by the employment insurance. For those who work for large enterprises, the grant will be covered by the employer for the first 60 days, and the remaining 30 days will be covered by the employment insurance. - The maternity leave grant is to be calculated at the regular wage amount from the date of leave, for a base period of 90 days. However, the grant amount is not to exceed 4,050,000 won. - Thus, if the employees regular monthly wage is in excess of 1,350,000 won, the employer must pay the balance. Regular wage: Refers to the fixed income promised to the employee based on a set number of hours as
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2) Child rearing leave

What is child rearing leave? Employees with a child 3 years of age or younger can take at least 30 days leave for child-rearing purposes. Who is eligible for child-rearing leave? - An employee who has worked for the enterprise for more than a year and has an infant under the age of 3 - An employee whose spouse has not applied for child-rearing leave for the same child - The maximum legal period for childrearing leave is 1 year
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How to apply for child-rearing leave - Submit the child-rearing leave application to the employer 30 days prior to the start date of leave. - If the employee cannot submit the application at the arranged time, the employer is able to decide his or her leave date within 30 days from the day the employee submitted it. - If the employee wishes to extend the period of the leave, he or she must notify the employer 30 days prior to the scheduled last day of the childrearing leave. Only one extension is allowed.
How to receive a child-rearing leave grant - Required condition: Before starting the childrearing leave, the uninsured unit period must total more than 180 days, and the employee must not have an uninsured spouse on childrearing leave for the same child. - Grant: 500,000 won a month (If the grant is to be paid for less than a month, the grant will be calculated on a daily basis, and even if the employer allows the employee leave for 2 years, legally the employer is obligated to pay the grant for only 1 year.)
How to apply for a child-rearing leave grant - A confirmation of child-rearing leave (limited to one instance) is required, along with a document showing regular wages (ledger of wages, labor contract, etc.). Employees must submit these to the employment support center supervising the applicants resident area or the location of the enterprise within 12 months, starting from 1 month after the child-rearing leave begins. - Those under adverse circumstances such as natural disasters, injury to the applicants person or to his/her spouse, illness and other circumstances that may put a financial strain on the family can apply for the grant within 30 days of the end of the period.
3) Wage payments
The basic principle of wage payment is that the employee should be paid in cash or check, in entirety, at least once a month. According to the Labor Standards Act, Article 43, if an employer refuses to pay his or her employees, he or she can be prosecuted and criminally charged with a sentence or up to 3 years and a maximum fine
of 20,000,000 won. Foreign workers registered with the Immigration Office are protected by the same Labor Standards Acts as Koreans. Illegal aliens residing and working in Korea are provided the same basic protection regardless of their standing with the Immigration Office. Wage Claim Security System: A retired employee who is left without any retirement grants due to the employers bankruptcy or any other viable reasons are eligible for grants from the wage security fund. Wage Claim Security System process: Recognition from the Ministry of Labor and confirmation of delayed paymentt Application for confirmation of bankruptcy etc. (the employee) Bankruptcy notification process period of 30 days, can be delayed once Application for confirmation and application for delayed payment Confirmation results notice (to employee) and forwarding of delayed payment bill (Korea Workers' Compensation & Welfare Service) Delayed payment deposited into employees account Government holds rights to claim payments from employer
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4) Retirement grant
won (total wage amount over three months) / 92 = 39,130 won - Retirement grant = Avg. salary on daily basis 39,130 won x 30 days x 1,688 days 365 days = 5,364,621 won
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Retirement grants are mandatory at workplaces with five or more employees. The four basic requirements for wage payment covered in section 3 are applicable to retirement grants as well. A worker employed for a year or more is eligible for retirement grants. Unless under special circumstances, foreign workers are eligible for retirement grants as well. As mentioned before, foreigners working in Korea illegally are technically considered employees of a workplace and hence are also entitled to retirement grants.
Retirement grant calculation method:
Support Centers and Information Bureaus for Foreign Workers

1) Seoul Global Center
Migrant Worker's Services team 3F, Seoul Press Center, 25, Taepyeongno 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-2075-4130~1, 02-2075-4137
- Total period of labor: e.g. April 30, 1998 ~October 31, 2002 (4 years, 6 months and 28 days = 1,688 days) - Calculation of average salary three months prior to retirement: 3,600,000
2) Ministry of Labor
- Overdue wages, wrongful dismissal, question & answer, etc. (1) Ministry of Labor FAQ's: http://minwon.molab.go.kr [K]
(2) Ministry of Labor General Helpline: Tel. 1350, 1544-1350 (Press #7 to speak to an English operator, press #8 to speak to a Chinese operator) (3) Ministry of Labor English Site: http://english.molab.go.kr [E]
4) Other Information Centers

Jogyesa
First Sunday of each month (14:00~17:00) 45, Gyeonji-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-732-5292
3) Seoul Bar Association

Free legal consultation for foreign workers Seoul Bar Association provides legal consultation to foreign workers through phone calls and visits free of charge.. - Days: Every Monday - Time: 10:00~12:00, 14:00 ~ 17:00, - Location: Seocho Station, line 2, Exit 8. Ground level of Byeonhosa Hall - Tel. 02-3476-8080 - Homepage: www.seoulbar.or.kr [K, E] Seoul Bar Association members make visits to the following venues frequented by foreign workers to provide legal consultation services.
Catholic Labor Committee

First Monday of each month (14:00~17:00) 14, Bomun-dong 5(o)-ga, Seongbukgu, Seoul Tel. 02-928-2049
Chinese-Korean Love House

Second Sunday of each month (14:00~17:00) AFC Mission, 932-13, Bongcheondong, Gwanak-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-872-9290
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Philippine Cultural House

Second Sunday of each month (14:00~17:00) 2F, Dongheung Bldg., 11-3, Gwancheol-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-735-2885
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Four Social Insurance Programs

Insurance Legal Obligation Mandatory *There may be exceptions for foreigners based on the laws of their home country Mandatory Health Insurance Optional Insurance Fee Enterprise registrant: Half of 9% of the income (Other half should be paid by the employer) Local registrant: 9% of income Enterprise registrant: Half of 5.33% of the income National Health (Other half should be paid by the employer) Insurance Local registrant: Applied differently based on individual Corporation properties, incomes and family constitutions - Unemployment payments are made 50% by the user and 50% by the worker - In the case of other businesses, the employer must pay 100% 100% paid by employter Organization National Pension National Pension Service
Employment Insurance
Optional
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Industrial Accident Insurance Employers 100%
Korean Labor Welfare Corporation
Fee rates can be changed according to law amendment
1) National Pension
pension to compensate for the loss of earned income due to old age. It secures the finances by receiving a certain amount of premium from the employers and the nation, the survivor pension to compensate for the income loss due to the death of a main income earner, and the disability pension to compensate for the income loss due to the loss of long-term working ability caused by diseases or accidents.
Definition: One of the social security systems that aims to stabilize national life and improve national welfare by granting the old-age
Social security agreement: This agreement is to adjust for differences of pension policies between countries, basically to provide advantages such as exemption of double registration, adding up registration periods, equal treatment, and guarantee of payment transfer for those who are citizens of compensation-covered countries. The agreement is divided broadly into the "totalization agreement" and "contributions only agreement". - Compensation-covered countries: Canada, England, U.S.A., Germany, China, Netherlands, Japan, Italy, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, Hungary, France, Australia, Czech, Ireland, Belgium (total of 16 countries) How to receive a refund Foreigners can also receive all the pensions in the National Pension Act the same as Koreans if they are eligible for the old-age pension, the survivor pension, or the disability pension. Though foreigners from the nations to which the social security agreement or reciprocity is not applied cannot take a lump-sum refund at departure, the foreigners with the status of E-8 (Training Employment), E-9 (Non-professional
Employment), or H-2 (Working Visitor) who joined the national pension can take a lump-sum refund from May 11th, 2007.
In case a foreigner asks for a lump-sum refund due to returning home, the lump-sum refund is paid only if the departure is confirmed from August 29th, 2007. (However, if a document such as a flight ticket evidencing the departure plan within a month is submitted, the application can be accepted before the departure.)
(1) Confirmation of rebate possibilities (2) Visit the National Pension Service branch office to apply for a foreigner rebate - Required documents: grant payment bill, passport, bank account information, airline ticket (to prove that the scheduled departure is within a month of the application date) (3) Domestic bank account within one week and overseas bank account within one month (4) Rebate calculation: National pension (employee + employer portion) + rate of interest (5) Confirmation process at branch office
You can apply by proxy or by post personally for overseas residence reasons. In this case, different processes are required to confirm the authenticity of the applicant and the relationship between the applicant and the agent.
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2) Health Insurance
checks provided once every two years. Non-office jobs (laborers) offered medical checks on a yearly basis.
3) Employment Insurance
Employment insurance: The purpose of employment insurance as social security insurance is to provide insurance in case of unemployment as well as to encourage safe hiring. Also, it is enforced actively combining with labor market policies such as the project for job security and the project for vocational capability. Eligibility and application: Employers with at least one employee since October 1, 1998, must apply for employment insurance. - Exceptions: Considering the business volume and the characteristics of each industry, the employment insurance is not applied to the following businesses because their workplace and the insured are considered to be difficult. - Non-corporate businesses hiring four full-time workers or less (like agriculture, forestry, fishing industry, and hunting industry) - The construction of which the total construction amount reaches less than the announced amount annually by
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Applying for health insurance in Korea is optional. However, as long as the foreigner is employed, it is not possible for the foreign worker to cancel his health insurance. If a foreigner leaves Korea for more than a month, the National Health Insurance Corporation will have his or her health insurance automatically canceled through a notice from the immigration office. Insurance fee: Average monthly income multiplied by insurance fee rate (5.33%). The employee and employer will pay equal portions (50% each) of the total calculated amount. Health insurance coverage: (1) Medical treatment: Illness, preventing injuries, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, birth, death, etc.. (2) Medical checks: To prevent illness and maintain good health, medical
the Minister of Labor (20 million won in 2004), and the major repairing construction of a structure with the total floor area of 200 or less - Housekeeping services Foreign workers eligible for applying for employment insurance - The ones who are eligible for employment in Korea, short-term employees, professors, industrial trainees, foreign workers eligible for residence - The foreign workers not mentioned above are classified into the ones who cannot apply for employment insurance.
Unemployment Grant
What is an unemployment grant? When a worker is unemployed, a grant is provided to help ease the financial woes and to help ease the unemployed individuals transition into his/her next job. Included in the unemployment grant is a job seeking
allowance and an allowance to accelerate employment. Unemployment grant calculations: Unemployment grant total = 50% of avg. income X daily payment Maximum amount: 40,000 won per day Minimum amount: 90% of minimum wage X daily working hour (8 hours) (Minimum wage is subject to change on a yearly basis and therefore the minimum amount granted under unemployment insurance is also subject to yearly change.) Grant period: According to ones age at the time of unemployment and the period insured, one can receive an unemployment grant from a minimum of 90 days to a maximum of 240 days. Unemployment grant process: In order to receive unemployment insurance, one needs to head to an employment support center with an identification card immediately upon being unemployed. Once at the employment support center, you need to fill out and submit a seek employment application form and revenue and expenditure qualification application form. In the case the unemployment assistance is granted, one has to visit the employment support center every 1~4
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weeks to report that he/she is actively seeking re-employment and get the unemployment status granted to receive the unemployment grant. The grant will cease past the 12 month period and once the unemployed individual gains employment or gains a source of income, he/she must report it immediately. Employment insurance homepage: www.ei.go.kr [K]. One can easily calculate his or her unemployment grant amount on the site.
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4) Industrial accident compensation insurance

This is an obligatory insurance that the nation is responsible for in order to secure the living of the worker injured and his/her family. This is the system compensating the injured worker on behalf of the employer on the basis of finances from the premium imposed by the nation on the employer to secure the employers liability of accident compensation according to the Labor Standards Act. The coverage now includes new industrial diseases, overwork and stress. Compensation is provided for workers who are injured or to family members of deceased workers. Eligibility and application process:
Employers with at least one employee since July 1, 2000 must apply for industrial accident compensation insurance. Exemptions: - Agriculture, forestry (except logging), fishery and hunting industries with five employees or less normally (unless the business is conducted by a corporation employing five workers or less) - 'Building construction or construction work for a major repair operation' performed by unlicensed construction companies on a continuous area of less than 330m2 - Household service industries Eligibility of foreign workers: - Foreign workers under contract with a Korean company or employer and paid a regular income after providing the employer a service, the foreigner is recognized as any other Korean worker. Furthermore, if the employer of the foreigner has his employees covered under industrial accident compensation insurance, the foreigner is automatically covered. - Foreigners working in Korea illegally without proper visas are considered workers and regardless of their standing with the Immigration Office, they can apply for the grant. Industrial accident application process:
- In order to be classified as an industrial accident compensation case, you must apply to the Korea Labor Welfare Corporation. The application covers details from the applicant as well as an eye witnesss account of the accident. The application form along with the employers confirmation letter and doctors opinion are submitted. - Once the Korea Labor Welfare Corporation receives the application form, a detailed investigation is done with the individual, eye witness and employer for accuracy. Further documents and application forms may be given out by the officials from the Labor Welfare Corporation. Once a thorough investigation and paperwork are completed, the officials determine whether the individual can in fact be classified as an industrial accident victim. - In the event of death, the family may apply for compensation and funeral costs.
Contact Information for Major Insurances National Pension Service

www.nps.or.kr [K.E,C] Tel. 1355
National Health Insurance Corporation

www.nhic.or.kr [K, E] Tel. 1577-1000
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Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service

www.hira.or.kr [K, E] Tel. 1644-2000
Korea Workers' Compensation & Welfare Service

http://www.kcomwel.or.kr [K.E] Tel. 1588-0075
KT (EDI)
www.ktedi.com [K, E] Tel. 080-318-5306
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1) English instructors in Korea

ETIS (English Teachers in Seoul for Native Speaker English Teachers) - A site for native English speakers looking for English-teaching positions in Korea. - Homepage: http://etis.sen.go.kr [E] - Email: recruiting@sen.go.kr - Tel: 02-3999-009 [K] Daves ESL cafe - The most actively used online community for English instructors. Also contains job boards as well as discussion forums. - Homepage: www.eslcafe.com [E] English Spectrum - Teaching English in Korea - An online community for English
Employment Insurance (EDI)

www.ei.go.kr [K] Tel. 02-2629-7002
Social Insurance Information System

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www.4insure.or.kr [K, E, C] Tel. 02-2240-1153~ 4
Recruiting and Employment Sites
instructors in Korea. Also contains job boards. - Homepage: www.englishspectrum.com [E]
(6) Manpower Executive Search

www.manpower.co.kr [K] Tel. 02-6677-9900
(7) Adeco
2) Recruiting and employment sites in Korea

(1) Koreajoblink.com www.koreajoblink.com [E] Tel. 02-725-0400, ask_us@asiajobpot.com (2) The European Union Chamber of Commerce in Korea www. eucck.org [E] Tel. 02-725-9880 eucck@eucck.org (3) Top Head Hunter www.topheadhunter.co.kr [K, E] Tel. 02-555-7234 top@topheadhunter.co.kr (4) Unico Search www.unicosearch.com [K, E] Tel. 02-551-2300 help@unicosearch.com (5) People Consulting Group www.ppcg.co.kr [K, E] Tel. 02-2016-6600 webmaster@ppcg.co.kr
www.adecco.co.kr [K] Tel. 02-6000-3800 adecco@adecco.co.kr
3) Recruiting and employment sites abroad

(1) Daves ESL Cafe www.eslcafe.com [E] Fax. 818-337-7442 (2) ASK Now Inc. www.asknow.ca [E] Tel. 02-555-4575 (3) Halcyon Search International www.halcyonsearch.com [E] Tel. 822-733-2244 ck@halcyonsearch.com
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Because of a disagreement with a hakwon (private educational institute), I want to work at another place before the labor contract ends. Is it permitted for me to change my workplace before the termination of the labor contract?
In the case of an E-2 visa, you can change your workplace without leaving Korea if 3/4 of the contract period has passed (e.g. nine months of a one year period contract). In order to change the workplace, you need a document from the former employer showing their agreement and a labor contract with a new employer. Be sure to check with the immigration office because each district immigration office has different regulations on changing of workplace. If you want to move to another workplace before it reaches 3/4 of the contract period (e.g. nine months of a one year period contract), you need to apply at the embassies consulates abroad after leaving Korea. The required documents are the same as the documents you had in order to apply for E-2 visa at first.
I worked for a private university for four years, and moved to another private university. The former workplace did not award the retirement pension to me. Is there any way to find out how much pension I paid?
The Private School Teachers Pension is for the personnel of a private school. If you apply for severance pay when you retire from a school, the school will pay back the retirement pension that you paid. Also, in case you keep paying the pension after shifting to another private school, the Private School Teachers Pension can be successively applied. You can take a lump-sum refund including the accumulated pension you paid earlier when you apply for the retirement pension at retirement. If you paid the Private School Teachers Pension for more than 20 years, you can receive it in the form of a pension. (Private School Teachers Pension. Personal load 8.5%, Corporate body 5.0%, Government 3.5%) The Korea Teachers Pension: 1588-4100, 02-769-4000
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What is Koreas 6334 Educational System? In Korea, the general course of education is as follows: 6 years of elementary school, 3 years of middle school, 3 years of high school, and 4 years of university. In addition, there is pre-school education, and 2-3 year college courses. Subsequently, there are the main branches of elementary school, middle school, and high school, as well as smaller specialized schools and technical schools. Higher educational institutes are also divided into colleges / universities and graduate schools. There are also other specialized colleges.
Educational Options
Broadly speaking, if you have children in Korea, you have three options for their education. These are: 1. Local Korean schools 2. Home schooling 3. Foreign Schools Each option has its own advantages.
1) Local Korean school

Foreigners are free to send their children to Korean school. This is an option especially for those children with sufficient Korean language skills. Children lacking fluency in Korean might find it difficult to adjust to Korean school. Korean schools are divided into public and private. Public elementary schools are free (except for school lunches, for which you must pay). Private elementary schools tend to be much more expensive than their public counterparts, but at the middle and high-school level, prices are comparable. Regardless, private Korean schools are much cheaper than even the cheapest international school.
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2) Home schooling
These days, thanks to the Internet, home schooling has become a real option for parents, particularly for non-Korean speaking families who don't want to pay for an international school. If you've got the patience and dedication, there are a number of websites that will help you build structured curricula for your children, such as Homeschool.com and the US Distance Learning Association. (www. usdla.org).
Preschools
1) Early Childhood Learning Center International School
Tel. 02-795-8418 www.eclcseoul.com [E] ECLC is an English-speaking, nondenominational preschool for children ages 2 to 5 years. It currently has some 180 students from 30 countries. Follows the Montessori curriculum Located at Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu Busing is provided for students living in Itaewon-dong, Hannam-dong, Ichondong, Seongbuk-dong and Gangnam.
3) International school
Most foreigners eventually send their children to one of Seoul's international schools. Be prepared to spend US$12,000-20,000 a year to send your child to an international elementary, middle or high school. That being said, international schools provide a quality foreign language educational environment. English language international schools usually follow American or, in some cases, British curricula. If you've got children with special needs, be sure to check if the school provides necessary services and facilities.
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2) Franciscan School
Tel. 02-798-2195 http://franciscanschool.com [E] This English-language preschool is run by the Franciscan Fathers of the Catholic Church.
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Located at Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu Provides classes for ages 2 to senior kindergarten Students accepted on a three-to-seven week trial basis, depending on their age. Busing is provided
Appletree Nursery Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu Tel. 02-502-0509 Gaepo-dong, Gangnam-gu Tel. 02-423-0509 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu Tel. 02-502-0509 Itaewon Samsung Nursery Tel. 02-3785-2478 Rainbow School at Itaewon Tel. 02-796-2776 Hana Kindergarten at Pyeongchangdong, Jongno-gu Tel. 02-394-1152
3) British International Kindergarten

Tel. 02-790-9025 www.englishedseoul.com [E] Located at Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu Ages from 2 to 7 Supported by Orbital Education and follows the British curriculum
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4)Namsam International School

Located at Sindang-dong, Jung-gu Tel: 02-2232-2451 / 2 www.nsis.or.kr [E] Applicable Age: 30 months 5 years of age Facilities: purpose built teaching areas and outside play areas
Foreign Schools
1) General admission requirements
For your child to be eligible to enter a foreign school, he or she must meet at least one of the following requirements: 1. Citizen of a foreign nation 2. Permanent resident of a foreign nation 3. Korean citizen who has lived at least 3 years overseas 4. At least one parent is a citizen of a foreign country
4) Other international preschool Programs
2) Required documents
You ll probably want to bring some of these documents with you from your home countries, as securing them from within Korea can be a time consuming process. Naturally enough, an application form, obtained from the school, along with recent photos Official transcripts/report cards from previous schools Medical history and medical examination report Standardized test scores Letters of recommendation (some schools require recommendations from particular teachers)
applying to an English-language school, an English proficiency exam such as the IDEA Language Proficiency Test may be required. Student and/or parent interviews may be required, depending on the school
4) Foreign schools in Seoul (and its environs)

Seoul Foreign School (SFS)
Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-330-3100 www.sfs.or.kr [E] Seoul Foreign School (SFS) is one of the oldest international schools in Korea, with a history dating back to 1912, when it was founded by Methodist missionaries. Follows an American curriculum for kindergarten, elementary, middle and high schools Also has a British School which follows the English National Primary Strategy and National Curriculum for Reception to Year 9 Facilities include a performing arts center and a football pitch
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3) Admission tests
Many schools require admission tests. If you ve been attending a nonEnglish language school and are
Yongsan International School (YISS)

Hannam 2(i)-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-797-5104 www.yisseoul.org [E]
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Garrison, Seoul American Elementary School is a US Department of Defense school, meaning admission priority is placed on US military families. Primarily for families of US servicemen and employees of the US embassy and US government related organizations, although in rare instances, family members of US citizens can also attend if space is available. One of the largest US military schools in the Asia-Pacific region. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Located on a brand new campus in the heart of Yongsan, Yongsan International School has some of the best facilities of any international school in Korea Offers American-style education for students from preschool to high school. Facilities include 50 classrooms, two libraries, a 400-seat auditorium, two gyms, two outdoor playground areas, an indoor swimming pool and a soccer pitch with artificial turf.
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Seoul American High School

US Yongsan Garrison Tel. 02-738-5261 www.seoul-hs.pac.dodea.edu [E] Seoul American High School is the US military high school located on the US Yongsan Garrison. Like Seoul American Elementary School, it's one of the largest US military schools in the Asia-Pacific region. Admission is limited to US citizens, with priority placed primarily on families of US servicemen and employees of the US embassy and US governmentrelated organizations. Primarily for families of US servicemen, although US citizens
Seoul American Elementary School

US Yongsan Garrison Tel. 02-738-5261 www.seoul-es.pac.dodea.edu This is exactly what the name would suggest, an American elementary school in Seoul. Located on the US Yongsan
may also attend in rare instances if space is available. One of the largest US military schools in the Asia-Pacific region. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Korea Kent Foreign School

Guui-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-2201-7091 www.kkfs.org [E] Founded in 1993 as a high school, Korea Kent Foreign School now offers a US-style education for kindergarten to high school students. 18:1 student-to-teacher ratio in the classroom (although this changes for some electives). Accredited by the Western Association of School and Colleges (WASC). Enrollment is 300 students. Facilities include a computer lab, library, cafeteria, PE areas and a play area.
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Centennial Christian School (CCS)

Yongsan 2-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-772-9275~6 www.ccslions.com [E] This school, located on the slopes of Namsan Mountan in Yongsan, offers a US-style education for preschool to grade 12. As the name would suggest, it's a Christian school, so if Christian values are important to you, this might be the place for you. Accredited by the Western Association of School and Colleges (WASC). School has Bible classes and weekly services (every Thursday). Music classes are also offered.
Seoul Academy International School

Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-554-1690 www.seoulacademy.net [E] Seoul Academy International School offers American-style kindergarten, elementary and middle school classes for foreign students. The school enrolls 160 students, and there are ESL classes for students whose first language isn t English. Extracurricular activities include classes in music, art and Korean culture.
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American-style education in a loving Christian environment with the goal of producing students for the coming Pacific Century. Emphasizes Asian language education as well, with Korean, Chinese and Japanese classes available. Students can take advantage of a Korean educational system through class partnerships with neighboring schools. Facilities include a main academic building, main auditorium, children's playground, athletic field, outdoor amphitheater, gymnasium, and a separate seasonal camp and conference facility in Pocheon.
Emphasis placed on learning about Korea. This includes Korean language classes for grades 1~8.
Global Christian School

Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-797-0234 Founded in 1996, Global Christian School seeks to provide an outstanding American-style academic education in a nurturing, Christian environment. Offers classes to students, kindergarten to high-school grade 12. International student body from ten nations
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Lycee Francais de Seoul

Banpo 4-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-593-5444 www.lfseoul.org [K, F, E] The Lycee Francais de Seoul (Seoul French School) is located at the heart of Seoul's French community in Banpo 4-dong. It is Seoul's only government-established Frenchlanguage school. Accredited by the French Ministry of Education and regulated by the National Agency for French Education Abroad.
Asia Pacific International School

Wolgye 2-dong, Nowon-gu Tel. 02-907-2747 www.apis.seoul.kr [K, E] One of Seoul's newest foreign schools, founded in 2007, Asia Pacific International School provides an
Enrolls about 390 students. From elementary school, students must be competent in French. Has a kindergarten, elementary school, and junior and high school. Upper school prepares students for the baccalaureate.
Japanese School in Seoul

Gaepo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-574-0348 www.sjshp.or.kr [J] The Japanese School in Seoul, founded in 1972, provides Japaneselanguage education to Seoul's Japanese expatriate community. Offers classes from kindergarten to middle school. Follows the curriculum of the Japanese Ministry of Education, although Korean language classes are offered as well.
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Deutsche Schule Seoul

Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-792-0797 www.dsseoul.org [D, E] The Deutsche Schule Seoul (Seoul German School) founded in 1976, is Korea's only German-language school. It's supported by the German government. Provides from the pre-school course to Germanys high school graduation test (DIAP: Deutsche Internationale Abiturprfung) course. Students must be competent in German.
Hanseong Chinese Elementary School

Chungmuro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-776-1688 Located at an old pink building near the old Chinese Embassy in Myeongdong, Hanseong Chinese Elementary School is one of Korea's oldest ethnic Chinese schools.
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Provides Chinese language education to mostly Korea's own ethnic Chinese minority, although the school has grown increasingly popular with Korean parents wanting their children to learn Chinese. Tuition at Chinese school is about 170,000-270,000 won per month.
Hanseong Chinese Middle and High School

Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-335-7027 http://scs.or.kr [C] Located by Yonsei University, Hanseong Chinese Middle and High School provides quality Chineselanguage education primarily to Korea's own ethnic Chinese minority. Follows the curriculum of the Republic of China (Taiwan) education system. Extracurricular activities include classes on Chinese calligraphy and painting.
1) Korean language schools

If you're really serious about learning Korean, you're going to want to enroll in a Korean language school, a specialized Korean language program attached to a university.
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Yonsei University Korean Language Institute

Tel. 02-2123-8550~2, 2123-3464~5 www.yskli.com [K, E, J, C] Offers Regular, Evening, Professional, Summer special, and Short-term courses, as well as other programs. The Regular Program is a 10-week intensive program. Regular program tuition is 1,550,000 won (textbook costs not included).
Korean Language Education

It should go without saying that learning Korean can make your stay in Korea much more convenient and rewarding.
Sogang University Korean Language Education Center

Tel. 02-705-8088~9 http://klec.sogang.ac.kr [K, E, J, C]
Offers two Regular Courses (of 20 and 15 hours a week), Evening Courses and other courses. The three month, 20 hours a week Regular Course costs 1,610,000won (textbook costs and admission fee included). The school also has a very good free online Korean course at http://korean.sogang.ac.kr.
Offers an assortment of course programs, including a 10-week Regular Program. (classes are four hours a day). Tuition for the Regular Program is 1,400,000 won.
Other Korean Language Schools

Sookmyung Women's University Lingua Express Tel. 02-710-9165 www.lingua-express.com [K, E] Korea University Language and Culture Center Tel. 02-3290-2971 http://kola.korea.ac.kr/klcc [K, E, C, J] Konkuk University Foreign Language Institute Tel. 02-450-3075~6 http://fkli.konkuk.ac.kr [K, E, C, J] Kyung Hee University Institute of International Education Tel. 02-961-0081~2 www.iie.ac.kr [K, E, J, C] HUFS Foreign Language Training and Testing Center Tel. 02-2173-2260 http://www.hufs.ac.kr/hufskorean [K, E, J, C] Hanyang University International Language Institute Tel. 02-2220-1663~6) http://www.hyili.hanyang.ac.kr [K, E, J, C]
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Ewha Language Center

Tel. 02-3277-3682 http://elc.ewha.ac.kr [K, E, J, C] Offers Intensive, Regular, ShortTerm and Special Courses. The 10 week, 20 hours a week Intensive Course costs 1,340,000 won.
Seoul National University Language Education Institute

Tel. 02-880-5488 http://lei.snu.ac.kr [K, E, J, C]
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2) Free Korean language courses

Some volunteer groups and civic organizations, especially those dealing with migrant laborers, offer free Korean classes.
Seoul Global Center

Tel. 02-2075-4130~1 http://global.seoul.go.kr [K, E, C, J]
Migrant Worker's Welfare Society in Korea

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Tel. 02-858-4115~8 www.miwel.or.kr [K]
Korea Migrants' Center

Tel. 02-6900-8000 www.migrantok.org [K, C, Filipino, Mongolian, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Uzbek, Urdu] The Migrant Worker's Welfare Society in Korea offers free Korean classes to help migrant workers better adjust to Korean society. Divided into two semesters. Offers elementary, intermediate and advanced grammar and writing classes. Weekday classes meet 3 days a week for an hour, weekend classes meet every Saturday and Sunday for an hour and a half.
Tel. 02-2151-6500 volunteer.kf.or.kr [K] Korea Foundation Volunteer Network provides Korean language classes to help foreign residents in Korea easily adjust to the country and better experience Korean culture. Classes divided into four levels (Hangul A & B, elementary, intermediate, and advanced classes). Classes held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
With Migrants
Tel. 02-3672-9472 http://ijunodong.prok.org [K, E] With Migrants holds classes on Korean language and computer skills, in order to help migrant workers better adjust to living in Korea. Must be a foreign laborer to join. Classes meet every Sunday.
Tuition is free, while text books are about 15,000 won.
Libraries & Book Stores

1) Libraries
National Library in Korea
Tel. 02-535-4142 www.nl.go.kr [K, E] If it's been published in Korea, it's here. Located at Seocho-gu, near Banpo-ro, this is Korea's largest library, with 7,480,000 volumes of literature (as of November 30, 2009).
Local District Offices

The district offices of Nowon-gu, Eunpyeonggu, Yangcheon-gu, Guro-gu, Gangdong-gu, Seongbuk-gu, Yongsangu and Jongno-gu offer Korean classes for foreign residents. Days and times differ from district to district.
3) Private language academies

Private language academies, cheaper than university programs, are a good option for working folk who need flexibility in their study hours. However, be sure to check out the academy before hand, as quality of classes tends to fluctuate from academy to academy.
National Assembly Library

Tel. 02-788-4211 www.nanet.go.kr [K, E] Located next to the National Assembly Building in Yeouido, the National Assembly Library plays a similar role to that of the Library of Congress in the United States to quickly and accurately provide knowledge and information to lawmakers, organizations supporting lawmaking, staterun organizations, local communities, public institutions and the public.
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Language Teaching Research Center

Tel. 02-735-0039, 737-4641 www.ltrc.co.kr [K, E]
Seoul Korean Language Academy

Tel. 02-563-3226 www.seoul-kla.com [K, E, J, C]
Namsan Public Library

Tel. 02-754-7338 www.namsanlib.go.kr [K, E, J] As the name would suggest, Namsan Library sits on the slopes of Namsan
Ganada Korean Language Institute

Tel. 02-332-6003 www.gkli.co.kr [K, E, J, C]
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Mountain in Yongsan. It has a ton of resources available to readers, but the library is equally famous for its great views of the Han River and Seoul. It's also a great place to stroll around in spring and fall.
Italian Cultural Institute in Seoul

(Tel. 02-796-0634) www.iicseoul.esteri.it [K, Italian]
Latin American Cultural Center

(Tel. 031-962-7171) www.latina.or.kr [K, E]
Public Information & Culture Center of the Embassy of Japan

(Tel. 02-765-3011) http://www.kr.emb-japan.go.jp [K, J]
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2) Foreign cultural centers

British Council Korea
(Tel. 02-3702-0600) www.britishcouncil.org/korea.htm [K, E]
(Tel. 02-558-2300) www.russiacenter.co.kr
Turkey Center
(Tel. 02-3452-8182) www.turkey.or.kr/main.html
3) Book stores
French Cultural Center
(Tel. 02-317-8500) www.france.or.kr [K, F]
Kyobo Bookstore
1. Gwanghwamun location: Gwanghwamun Station, Line 5, exit 3 2. Gangnam location: Gangnam Station, Line 2, exit 6 or Shin Nonhyeon Station, Line 9, exit 7 (02-1522-1900) 3. Jamsil location: Jamsil Station (02-2140)-8806) 4. Seoul National University location: Seoul National University Station
Goethe-Institute Seoul
(Tel. 02-754-9831, 02-2021-2800) www.goethe.de/ins/kr/seo/deindex.htm [K, G]
Israel Cultural Center

(Tel. 02-525- 7446)
(02-880-1937) 5. Yeongdeungpo location: Yeongdeungpo Station (02-2678-3501) 6. Mokdong location: Omokgyo Station (02-2062-8808) www.kyobobook.co.kr(Korean)
Kyobo Bookstore is one of the main bookstores in Korea and offers the largest selection of foreign literature and publications.
Bandi and Luni's

1. Coex location: Samsung Station, Line 2, exit 5 or 6 (02-6002-6002) 2. Jongro location: Jonggak Station, Line 1, directly in front of exit 3 (02-2198-3000) 3. Mokdong location: Omokgyo Station (02-2163-2251) 4. Sadang Station location: Sandang Station (02-3487-4747) 5. Sogang location: Sogang University (02-703-6638) 6. Sinchon location: Sinchon Statio (02-3145-2920) 7. Lotte Star City location: Konkuk University Station (02-2218-3050) www.bandinlunis.com(Korean)
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Youngpoong Bookstore
1. Jongro location: Jonggak Station, Line 1, exit 5 or 6 (02-1544-9020) 2. Gangnam location: Gangnam Station (02-595-4700) 3. Korea University location: Korea University Station (02-927-0364) 4. Cheonho location: Cheonho Station (02-2225-8977) 5. Mia location: Mia Samgeori Station (02-2117-2880) 6. Myeongdong location: Myeongdong Station (02-3738-4300) www.ypbooks.co.kr(Korean)
Seoul Selection
Anguk Station, Line 3, Exit 1 Tel. 02-734-9565 www.seoulselection.com [E] Seoul Selection, near Gyeongbokgung Palace, has a large collection of English language books on Korea.
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What the Book

Itaewon Station, Line 6, Exit 3 Tel. 02-797-2342 www.ko.whatthebook.com [K, E] Selling used and new books, What the Book? (in Itaewon) is a good place to direct order the latest releases and has a large online bookshop.
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I would like to take regular university/graduate school courses about the Korean language and culture. What kinds of scholarship programs are available?
Many universities in Korea operate various scholarship programs for foreign students. Most schools are assisting up to 30-100% of tuition depending on the grade point average of students. Additionally, each government agency of Korea is operating scholarship programs for foreign students, and they are increasing the number of invited students. The Ministry of Education and Science Technology, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade are currently offering scholarships for foreign students. For more detailed information, visit the homepage of the National Institute for International Education: http://www.studyinkorea. go.kr/
teaching 30% of their courses in English. The Underwood Division of Yonsei University, which is admitting only foreign students, is the only such English-exclusive school in Korea. The ratio of English-exclusive courses offered by graduate schools in Korea is higher than that of universities. Some universities are offering English-exclusive courses by having international colleges. In addition, each school is offering various programs for foreign students, such as the exchange student system and semester programs.
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I have an elementary school child. I want to teach the kid extracurricular activities in English. Is it possible?
Yes, you can send your kid to a private educational institute or private tutor to get education from Koreans who have an overseas educational background. To find a teacher for private music tutoring, the music department offices of each university can recommend a teacher. Ballet Vaganova Ballet Academy www.vaganova.com/index.php [K] Location:Subway Line 5, Seodaemun
Are there English-exclusive university/graduate school courses?

At present, universities which are interested in globalization are
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Station, Exit 1 or 2 The Ballet Academy www.theballet.co.kr [K] Location: Subway Line 3, Apgujung Station, Exit 3 Lee Ballet http://leeballet.zerois.net/index.php [K] Location: Subway Line 3, Seoul Nat'l Univ. of Education Station, Exit 4 Soccer teams Cha Bumgun soccer Tel: 02-795-8049
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Tel: 02-886-5482 Location: Subway Line 2, Seoul Nat'l Univ. Station, Exit 6, Walk straight 200m, pass the SK Telecom Retail Store, 9 th floor of Son Jangwon Orthopedics 3. Bubble Story Child Cube www.fun-kids.co.kr Tel: 02-3479-6040 Location: Subway Line 3 and 7, Express Bus Terminal Station, 8 th floor of Shinsegae Department Store Tel: 02-2638-2618 Location: Subway Line 1, Yeongdeungpo Station, Exit 3, take an underground passage to get to the basement floor 2 of Yeoungdeungpo Times Square Tel: 02-772-3775 Location: Subway Line 2, Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station, Exit 7, 7 th floor of Lotte Deaprtment Store 4. Little Bear www.littlebearcafe.com Tel: 02-564-4405, 4406 Location: Subway Line 3, Daechi Station, Exit 7, B121-124 of Daechi First Building
Piano lessons Yamaha Music School, in Samseongdong COEX Convention Center, 3rd floor Location: Subway Line 2, Samseong Station Tel: 02-6000-8880
Where can I find an indoor playground?

1. Never Land www.kidsneverland.co.kr Tel: 02-6083-2955/2953 Location: Subway Line 4, Sanggye Station, Exit 4, 5 Floor of Seyak Building at the Satgatbong Park Crossroad 2. Little Prince www.littleprinceseoul.com
Medical Services
Korean Medical System / Medical Services for Foreigners Medical Insurance / Other Medical-related Information / Q&A
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Korean Medical System

1) Medical system
Various medical institutions in Korea, including private hospitals and clinics, general hospitals, oriental hospitals and district operated community/public health centers, provide high quality medical services through their medical specialists and cutting-edge medical equipment. Highly advanced medical fields in Korea include ophthalmology, spine surgery, dentistry, plastic surgery, heart surgery and infertility treatment. With the rapidly increasing number of foreigners visiting or residing in Korea, more medical facilities have opened international clinics and have endeavored to provide medical services that best meet foreigners medical needs and global standards. Korean medical facilities are categorized into three types by the number of medical departments and the size of the medical facilities. To use third tier hospitals, a patient needs a referral letter from a first or secondtier medical facility. If the patient goes directly to a third-tier hospital without a referral letter, he/she cannot receive medical insurance coverage and will have to pay the high medical
costs. Foreigners can use medical services from international clinics in third-tier hospitals directly. However, it is more costly.
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First-tier medical facilities

These types of facilities include private hospitals and public health centers. First-tier medical facilities have a limited number of medical departments and provide a comprehensive medical service for treating and preventing early symptoms of diseases.
Second-tier medical facilities

Second-tier medical facilities have medical specialists, more than 4 medical departments, and provide medical services for both inpatients and outpatients. In general, these types of facilities have 30 to 500 beds. Emergency treatment is available.
Third-tier medical facilities

General hospitals or hospitals belonging to medical schools are categorized as third-tier medical facilities. These types of facilities have medical specialists in all different medical departments, more than 500 hospital beds and offer specialized medical services for emergencies.
provide English receipts for any medical treatment performed. The medical expenses vary depending on whether you have insurance or not. If you have overseas health insurance, insurance coverage may not be applied depending on the hospital. In that case, you have to pay medical fees in advance, and get an appropriate reimbursement of medical fees later by making an insurance payment request.
2) How to make medical appointments

To receive fast and convenient treatment, it is recommended that you make medical appointments in advance. You can make appointments by visiting or calling the hospital. Also, appointments are available through fax or the hospital website.
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3) Paying for medical treatment

For payment of medical costs, you need to go to the Administration office of the hospital. Most hospitals take credit cards for payment. At some hospitals with international clinics, you can pay the medical fees through the international clinics. In general, most general hospitals can
Medical Services for Foreigners

Medical Referral Service (MRS)

Seoul Global Center (SGC) (launched by the Seoul Metropolitan Government) operates a 24-hour Medical Referral Service (MRS) for foreigners. Its medically trained, English-speaking
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staff provides foreigners in Korea with information and recommendations on medical facilities and services. The MRS team has striven to provide quality medical information by regularly visiting medical facilities that offer medical services to foreigners and by seeking feedback from foreigners who have used the services. - Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. For emergency only : 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. - Tel: 010-4769-8212 or 010-8750-8212 - E-mail: medicalreferral@seoul.go.kr
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provides English, Japanese and Chinese language assistance. International SOS Korea Ltd. International SOS Korea Ltd. provides medical assistance services and evacuation and repatriation services for expatriates in Korea. Its trained doctors offer medical advice over the phone 24 hours and the service is available in the following languages: English, Japanese and French. However, the service is available only to members. - Tel: 02-790-7561 (24 hours) - Website: www.internationalsos.co.kr
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For emergency situations, call 119. When calling, your location is automatically identified. The 119 rescue team will react quickly to meet the callers needs, offering professional medical assistance such as sending an ambulance and taking patients to the nearest hospital. The 119 ambulance is free of charge. When a foreigner calls 119, the staff in the situation room connects the call with a translator of the Korea National Tourism Organization (KNTO). Through a three way call with the translator and the staff member in the situation room, the foreign caller can
1339 is the number of the Emergency Medical Information Center, where English speaking doctors assist foreigners, providing them with relevant medical information on emergency situations 24 hours a day. When using the 1339 service, you must dial the area code 02 as well (021399). The 1339 service in Seoul
effectively communicate his/her needs and obtain assistance. When using a mobile phone, press 119 without an area code. When using 119 from a public phone, press the red color emergency call button, and press 119. The callers location is can also be automatically identified when calling from a public phone. You can visit the following website: www.119.go.kr [K] and report emergencies online 24 hours a day by completing an application form in either Korean or English. Reporting emergencies is also possible through mobile text messaging at 119 and fax at 1544-9119.
- Tel: 02-3010-5001, 5003 - Emergency: Tel: 02-3010-3333 - Website: www.amc.seoul.kr/eng [K, E, C, J] - Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (weekdays) / 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Saturday) - Transportation: walk ten minutes from Exit 1 of Seongnae Station on Line 2 or Take bus 4318 from Exit 3
Cha General Hospital

- Address: 650-9 Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul - Tel: 02-3468-3127 / Emergency: 010-9161-3117 (available 24 hours) - Website: http://kangnam.chamc. co.kr/ic/ [K, E] - Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (weekdays) / 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Saturday) hours for OB/GYN patients are extended to 5 p.m. - Transportation: walk ten minutes from Exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on Line 2 in the direction of Dong hodaegyo or walk fifteen minutes from Exit 3 of Hakdong Station on Line 7 in the direction of Yeoksam Station
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4) General hospitals with international clinics in Seoul

Asan Medical Center
-Address: 388-1 Pungnap-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Hanyang University Medical Center

- Address 17 Haengdang-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
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- Tel: 02- 2290-9553 - 24 Hour Emergency Care Center (English support): Tel: 02-22908282 / 016-379-7534 (English support), 010-6270-2296 (English support) - Website: http://hmc.hanyang.ac.kr [K, E] - Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (weekdays) - Transportation: Hanyang Univ. Station (Lines 2, 7, exit 1)
Bus Terminal Station (Line 3, Exit 2, 7 / Line 7, Exit 3, 4) in the direction of the Catholic University of Korea, College of Medicine
Samsung Medical Center

- Address: 50 Irwon-dong, Gangnamgu, Seoul - Tel: 02- 3410-0200/ emergency: Tel: 02- 3410-2060 - Website:http://english. samsung hospital. com [K, E, C] - Email: ihs.smc@samsung.co.kr - Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (weekdays) - Transportation: Irwon Station (Line 3, exit 1)
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Seoul National University Hospital

- Address: 28 Yeongeon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul - Tel: 02-2072-2890/0505 or 0130484-0505(English, Japanese support 24 hours) In an emergency, you can obtain information on where the nearest hospital is and which hospitals have English-language support. - Website:www.snuh.org/pub/ index _ frame.jsp [K, E, J, C, M, R etc.supports 14 languages, but for some languages, translation service is not available]
Seoul St. Mary's Hospital

- Address: 505 Banpo-dong, Seochogu, Seoul - Tel: 02- 590-2932 - Website:www.cmckangnam.or.kr/ eng/main/ index.jsp [K, E, C, J] - Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (weekdays) lunch hour: 12:00 ~ 13:30 / English, Chinese, Russian, Japanese translation available - Transportation: Seocho Station (Line 2, Exit 7) / From the Express
- Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (weekdays) / 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Saturday) - Email: ihs@snuh.org - Transportation: Hyehwa Station (Line 4, exit 3)
Severance Hospital: Yonsei University Health System

- Address: 134 Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul - Tel 02- 2228-5800/ emergency: 010-9948-0983 - Website: www.yuhs.or.kr/en [K, E, J, C, R] - Hours: 9:30a.m. to 12:00p.m., 2:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. (weekdays) / 9:30 am to 12:00 pm (Saturday) - Transportation: Go straight out of Sinchon Station, Exit 3 (Line 2). The hospital is located to the right side of Yonsei University.
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SNUH Healthcare System Gangnam Center

- Address: 38th, 39th, 40th Floor,737 Gangnam Finance Center, Yeoksamdong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul - Tel: 02-2112-5503 - Website: http://healthcare.snuh.org (Internet reservation available) [K, E] - Clinic Hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm (weekdays) / 7:30 am to 1:00 pm (every other Saturday) - Hours for reservation: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (weekdays) / 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Saturday) - Transportation: Yeoksam Station (Line 2, exit 2)
Soonchunhyang University Hospital
- Address: 657-58 Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul - Tel: 02-709-9158 / emergency: 02709-9117~9 - Website: www.schuh.ac.kr [K, E, J, S] - Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (weekdays)
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/ 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Saturday) - Transportation: Take bus in front of Dankook University (No. 110, 140, 142, 144, 400, 402, 405, 420, 470, 471, 472)
Kyung Hee University Medical Center

- Address: 1, Hoegi-dong, Dongdae mun-gu, Seoul - Tel: 02-958-8114 - Website: www.khmc.or.kr [K, E, J, C] - Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (weekdays)/ 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Saturday) - Transportation: Hoegi Station (Exit 1, Subway Line 1), at the last bus stop of Maeul Bus No. 01
5) Oriental Hospitals
Differing from Western medicine, oriental medicine includes acupuncture and herbal treatment. Oriental medicine strengthens the immune system, relieves pain or symptoms, recovers strength and normalizes metabolism. Medical services for foreigners are available at the following oriental hospitals:
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Jaseng Hospital of Oriental Medicine

- Address: 635, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam -gu, Seoul - Tel: 02-3218-2167, 02-32182106/2169 - Hours: 9:00 a.m.~ 6:00 p.m. (excluding New Year and Chuseok holidays) - Website: www.jaseng.net [E, J, R] - Transportation: Apgujeong Station on Line 3, Exit 2
6) Free Medical Center for Foreign Migrant Workers in Korea

Kyungdong Church Good Neighbor Clinic
Good Neighbor Clinic, which was
established by Kyungdong Church, offers free-of-charge medical services for foreign migrant workers residing in Korea. Medical services of internal medicine, surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, dermatology, oriental medicine, and general diagnosis are available. - Address: Kyungdong Church, 26-6, Jangchung-dong 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul - Tel: 02- 2274-0161 - Website: http://mclinic.net [K] - Hours: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) - Transportation: Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station [LHJ3] (Exit 4, Subway Line 2, 4, 5) / Dongguk Univ. Station[LHJ4] (Exit 2 or 3, Subway Line 3)
- Tel: 02-863-9966 - Website: www.mwhospital.com [K] - Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (weekdays) / 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Sunday) - Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (weekdays) / 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Sunday)
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Foreign Migrant Workerdesignated Clinic

The Foreign Migrant Workerdesignated Clinic is a medical facility for foreign workers. Medical services of internal medicine, surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, dentistry, dermatology, oriental medicine, and general diagnosis are available. - Address: 137-22, Garibong-dong, Guro-gu, Seoul
Medical Insurance
1) Medical Insurance Types and Qualifications
National Health Insurance is divided into two categories: Employer -Sponsored Insurance and Community Insurance.
Employer -Sponsored Medical Insurance

Refer to Chapter 6 : Health Medical Insurance (116p)
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Community Medical Insurance Applicable Qualifications for Community Insurance

Foreign migrant workers who are registered in accordance with Article 31 of the Immigration Law and who have the following qualifications:
Code D-1 D-2 D-3 D-4 D-5 D-6 D-7 Qualification Culture & Art Education Industrial Training General Training Journalist Religion Ambassador Business Investor Trade Code E-1 E-2 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6 E-7 E-8 E-9 E-10 Qualification Professor Conversation Instructor Research Technical Instructor Professional Art Promotion Specific Activity Training Employment Non-professional Job Visiting Sailor Code F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5 H-2 Qualification Accompanied Stay Residence Accompanied Overseas Korean Permanent Residence Visiting Employment
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D-8 D-9
Persons who have reported domestic residence in accordance with Article 6 of the Act on the Immigration and Legal Status of Overseas Koreans
Period of Qualification Acquisition

Related Basis - Article 93 of the National Health Insurance Act, Article 64 of Enforcement Decree, Article 45 of Enforcement Regulation - Health and Welfare Notification No. 2008-159 (2008.12.17): Health Insurance Application Standard for Long-term Stay Overseas Koreans and Foreigners Revision
Category Applicable period for the community insured Before Revision Upon the registration of domestic residence report After Revision More than a 3-month domestic stay December 17, 2008 Effective Date
Initial Acquisition - The day that exceeds 3 months after entering into Korea. But, in the case of overseas Koreans or foreigners who have not resided in Korea for more than 3 months, and who will definitely stay in Korea for longer than 3 months for reasons of studying or employment, the day that they entered Korea is applied. In the case of people who have lost the qualifications due to departing Korea, the day that they enter into Korea is applied. In the case that people who have lost qualifications due to delinquent insurance payment, the day they have lost the qualification is applicable.
Reporting Procedure
Overseas Koreans and foreigners who wish to acquire a community insurance qualification should submit the Community Insurance Qualification Acquisition and Change Report Form attached to each of the following documents to the National Health Insurance Corporation. Overseas Koreans: One copy of all documents required for the
imposition of insurance payment, such as a copy of the Domestic Residence Certificate or the proof of residential status report, the proof of leaving and entering Korea (passport) and the details of income. Foreigners: A copy of the Alien Registration Card or proof of foreigner registration, proof of leaving and entering Korea (passport) and other documents needed in accordance with Regulation Table 8 depending on each residence qualification Koreans with Foreign Nationality: A copy of the Alien Registration Card or proof of foreigner registration, a copy of the domestic residence report or the proof of domestic residence report, proof of leaving and entering Korea (passport) and a document required for each residence qualification Persons who are qualified by reasons of studying/employment (Entry day required) Studying: D2 (Study) and foreign students among overseas Koreans (Proof of student identity required only for overseas Koreans)
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Persons who are studying in university or graduate school (University and graduate students are the same as people applicable to the community addition certificate)
- Average insurance rate imposed 50% discount applied to foreign students (D-2).
Employment : For Foreigners designated with the qualification D5, D7~D9, E1~E10, H2, and Overseas Koreans, employment proof is required. Other: Married immigrants(A copy of the family census register and proof of marriage is required)
2) NHIC (National Health Insurance Corporation) Branch Offices

In Seoul, there are a total of 31 branch offices for managing the National Medical Insurance. To find the closest office, visit the following website or make an inquiry call. - Tel: 15771000, 02-390-2000 (English) - Website: www.nhic.or.kr [K, E]
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Insurance Rate depending on Residence Qualification

Foreigner with proven income (salary). - Monthly insurance rate Monthly income the insurance rate applicable to employer at the time of registration.
Household which is below the average insurance rate Average insurance rate applied
Other Medical-related Information

Using pharmacies in Seoul
In the case of Religion (D-6), 30% discount off insurance applied. Foreigners with no proven income (salary). - Applicable Persons Culture & art (D-1), study (D-2), general training (D-4), accompanied (F-3), Overseas Koreans (F-4).
There are many pharmacies throughout Seoul, so it should be easy to spot a
pharmacy with the Korean sign of or in your neighborhood. Korean pharmacies sell both prescribed and over-the counter medications. Medicines that can be purchased at pharmacies without a prescription include digestives, nutrients, vitamins, aminopyrine and some cold medicines. Medication including antibiotics, hormone drugs and painkillers for serious symptoms must be purchased with a prescription. It is advised that foreigners inform their doctor and pharmacist if they have any allergies. In addition, for those who were taking prescribed medication before entering Korea, it is recommended that they bring a sufficient supply and a copy of the prescription to make it convenient to continue taking the medication.
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I am an immigrant who has married recently and an going through some difficulties in marriage. How can I get family counseling?
The Medical Referral Service (MRS) of Seoul Global Center will be able to refer you to medical organizations and professionals such as family counselors and psychotherapists who can speak English.
http://www.cwhospital.com Direction: Itaewon Station on Subway Line 6, Exit 3 4. Itaewon Veterinary Clinic http://www.vetmedic.co.kr Direction: Noksapyeong Station on Subway Line 6
Can I purchase dental insurance separately?

Tooth decay treatment is covered by the National Health Insurance. False teeth (dentures) or dental prostheses (including prosthodontic materials and dental technician fees) such as artificial teeth (implant) are considered as care payment according to the insurance payment policy, so they are not covered by insurance. No expenses related to examinations and treatments for dental prostheses and implants are covered by insurance. Recently, some private insurance companies in Korea have started to sell insurance products and detailed information is available from each insurance company.
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I have a dog, but it is very sick. How can I find an animal doctor who can speak English?
In Seoul, there are several general animal hospitals equipped with the state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment equipment, as well as private animal clinics. 1. Seoul National University Hospital for Animals http://vmth.snu.ac.kr Direction: Exit 3, Seoul National University Station on Subway Line 2 2. Konkuk University Veterinary Medical Hospital http://vmth.konkuk.ac.kr Direction: Konkuk University Station on Subway Line 2 3. Cheong Hwa Animal Hospital
I would like to purchase community insurance. How is the insurance rate determined? Residence qualification with proven income: For persons with D-3, D-5~9, E-1~10, H-2 qualification, an insurance rate equivalent to the employment insurance rate is applied. That is, (Monthly income5.08%) + Long-term Insurance Rate 4.98% (Monthly income 5.08%). For persons with the same qualifications with irregular income, the average insurance rate of the previous year applicable to local Koreans is applied. For persons with D-6 (Religion) qualification, a 50% discount of the total amount calculated from community insurance is applied. Unproven Residence Qualification with Irregular Income: For persons with D-1~2, D-4, F-3~4 qualification, the average insurance rate of the previous year calculated from local Koreans is applied. For persons with a D-2 (Study) qualification, a 50% off discount of the total amount calculated from community insurance is applied. For overseas Koreans or foreigners with Korean nationality, an insurance rate equivalent to local Koreans is applied. However, if the calculated insurance rate is lower
than the average community insurance rate of the previous year, the average insurance rate of the previous year for locals is applied.
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Driving in Seoul / Penalty points for traffic violations / Penalty points from traffic accidents Purchasing a Vehicle / Rental Cars / Motorcycles / Traffic Accidents / Q&A
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Due to heavy traffic and a shortage of parking driving in Seoul is not easy. However, like other characteristics of Seoul, a complex road condition can be accepted as a dynamic aspect of living in a big city once you get used to it. To drive in Seoul, drivers must get a drivers license recognized by the Korean Government. To do so, they should know administrative information related to driving and automobiles.
Note: Even when driving motorcycles with 49cc less capacity, drivers should have a Turbine or Type 2 General Driving License.
1) International drivers licenses

Korea is a party to an agreement of the Geneva Convention. As such, Korea recognizes international licenses from other nations under agreement of the Geneva Convention. Since January of 2002, people with international licenses, issued by the nations under agreement of the Geneva Convention, are allowed to drive in Korea. International licenses are valid until the date of expiration. The term of validity is limited to one year and, upon expiration, the international license cannot be renewed.
Nations under agreement of the Geneva Convention

Asia, Oceania (16) Americas (16) New Zealand, Malaysia, Bangladesh, India, Japan, Laos, Thailand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Australia, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, South Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Guatemala, Dominica, U.S.A., Barbados, Venezuela, Burkina Faso, Argentina, Republic of Ecuador, Haiti, Jamaica, Chile, Canada, Cuba, Trinidad and Tobago, Paraguay, Peru, Greece, Georgia, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Luxemburg, Russia, Monaco, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Serbia, Albania, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Austria, U.K., Czech Republic, Turkey, Finland, France, Poland, Portugal, Hungary,
Europe (31)
Middle East, Africa (30)
Ghana, Namibia, Republic of South Africa, Niger, Lebanon, Rwanda, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Malta, Morocco, Botswana, Benin, Syria, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Arab, Egypt, Algeria, Israel, Jordan, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Central African Republic, Republic of Congo, Cote dIvoire, Jordan, Kingdom of Lesotho, Togo, Tunisia,
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Nations under agreement of the Vienna Convention

Asia (8) Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Philippines, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tazakistan Guiana, Georgia, Greece, Norway, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, Romania, Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Macedonia, Monaco, Moroco, Moldova, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bahamas, Brazil, Bulgaria, Belarus, Belgium, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Swiss, Italy, Estonia, Albania, Armenia, Czech, Austria, Croatia, Finland, Poland, Serbia, France, Peru, Hungary
Europe (41)
Middle East, Africa (16) www.dla.go.kr(K/E/J/C)
Republic of South Africa, Niger, Liberia, Moroco, Senegal, Seychelles, Arab, Azerbaijan, Uruguay, Bahrain, Iran, Israel, Zimbabwe, Central African Republic, Kuwait, Cuba, Cote dIvoire, Republic of the Congo, Tunisia
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Simple knowledge test (for those who have a domestic license that hasnt been recognized): 6,000 Won
Foreigners can exchange their drivers licenses for a Korean one at the Drivers License Agency in Seoul Global Center (3rd floor, Press Center. Tel. 02-2075-4130~1)
Information regarding drivers licenses can be obtained from Seoul Global Center. For those wishing to report a change of address on their international license, but the international license was not issued in Korea, the address change cannot be made at this location.
Nations which recognize Korean driver s license

Asia (23) Nepal, East Timor, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Vietnam, Bhutan, Brunei, Samoa, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, India, Indonesia, Japan, Cambodia, Taipei, Taiwan, Tonga, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Hong Kong Guyana, Guatemala, Grenada, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Barbados, Brazil, St. Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Haiti, El Salvador, Uruguay, Chile, Canada, Costa Rica, Colombia, Panama Georgia, Greece, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, Russia, Romania, Luxemburg, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Cyprus, San Marino, Serbia, Switzerland, Spain, Slovakia, Iceland, Ireland, Albania, Estonia, U.K., Austria, Uzbekistan, Ukraine, Italy, Czech Republic, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Portugal, Poland, France, Finland, Hungary Lebanon, Bahrain, Sudan, U.A.E., Oman, Jordan, Yemen, Qatar, Kuwait Ghana, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea Bissau, Guinea, Namibia, Nigeria, Republic of South Africa, Niger, Liberia, Rwanda, Libya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Botswana, Burundi, Burkina Faso, Seychelles, Senegal, Sao Tome and Principe, Swaziland, Sierra Leone, Algiers, Angola, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Uganda, Equatorial Guinea, Central African Republic, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Cote dIvoire, Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Tunisia
Americas (15)
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Europe (38)
Middle East (9)
Africa (40)
www.dla.go.kr(K/E/J/C)
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3) Acquisition of a new drivers license

National Drivers License Testing Agency Current (7 Steps) Revised (3 Steps) Aptitude Test Aptitude Test Traffic safety education (3 hrs, 12,000 won) Paper and pencil test Required technical education (3 hrs) Driving Schools Current (7 Steps) Revised (5 Steps) Aptitude Test Aptitude Tes
Traffic safety education Traffic safety education (1hour, free-of-charge) Traffic safety education (1hour, free-of-charge) (3 hrs, 12,000 won) Paper and pencil test Paper and pencil test (Practice License Acquired) (Practice License Acquired)
Conductedsimultaneously
Paper and pencil test Required technical education(15-20 hrs)
Conductedsimultaneously
Required technical education(12-15 hrs)
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Within-agency technical Within-agency technical test(Practice License test(Practice License Taking the within-agency Acquired) Acquired) technical test and the road Required driving Required driving driving test simultaneously education(10 hrs) education(15 hrs) or separately allowed
Required technical education
Required driving education(10hrs) Taking the within-agency technical test and the road driving test simultaneously or separately allowed Minimum 9 days Minimum 1 day Minimum 15 days Revised (5 Steps)
and road driving education abolished
Road driving test
Road driving test
Current (7 Steps)
Revised (3 Steps)
Current (7 Steps)
The revised drivers licensing procedure is scheduled to be implemented from the first half of 2010.
4) Safe driving
After acquiring a drivers license, drivers should be familiar with the traffic regulations and follow safe driving rules. Penalty points for each violation are presented in the following table. Detailed information about violations and fines can be obtained from the homepage of the
Drivers License Agency (www. dla.go.kr). The laws and fines related to driving in Korea are similar to other countries, but there are some differences, so drivers should be familiar with the laws and regulations. In particular, drivers must pay attention to the penalty points that can lead to drivers license cancellations or suspensions.
Drivers License Test Center and Driving Schools

Driver s License Test Center
Nationwide, 26 drivers license test centers are operated by the Korean Government. In Seoul, there are four test centers at Gangnam, Gangseo, Dobong, and Seobu. For more detailed information, please visit the website www.dla. go.kr or call 1577-1120. Seoul Global Center also provides information about test centers in Seoul.
Driving Schools
In Korea, applicants can take classes at private driving schools (hakwon) in preparation for the technical tests. After passing a written test, applicants can take a technical test immediately at a driving school in order to obtain a drivers license. One drawback of driving schools is that they do not have enough instructors who can speak foreign languages fluently. If you cannot find a driving school near your residence, call Seoul Global Center (Tel. 02-2075-4130~1) for further information. Detailed information is also available at the website (http://global.seoul.go.kr).
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Penalty points for traffic violations

1. Not renewing an expired license for over 1 year 1-2. DUI (Driving Under the Influence) (Alcohol level 0.05% or higher, less than 0.1%) 2. Prosecution from assaulting a police officer 2-2. Illegal parking (traffic obstruction by refusing organized or police officers movement order of 3 times) 2-3. Safe driving failure (dangerous driving or speed when refusing organized or police officers order of 3 times) 2-4. Driving with disturbance within vehicle 3. Refusing to appear in the summary court past 60 days from the final notice of court appearance or from the expiration date to pay the fine 4. Passage violation (Crossing center divider line) 4-2. Speed limit violation (40km/h over limit) 4-3. Railroad crossing violation 30 points Fine levied 40 points (except accumulated points) 40 points Fine levied 110 points 110 points Criminal 90 points prosecution
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5. Driving on the shoulder of highway or bus designated/high occupancy vehicle lane 6. Failure to present drivers license 7. Violation of signals or directions 8. Speed limit violation (20km/h over 40km/h under limit) 9. No passing violation 10. Mobile phone usage while driving violation 10-2. Driving recorder non equipped vehicle operation violation 10-3. Childrens school bus drivers duty violation 11. Passage violation (sidewalk or pedestrian crossing invading violation) 12. Lane changing violations (changing lanes on a no-change zone) 13. Bus only lane violation 14. Failure to secure safe distance (including lane change violations) 15. No passing zone violation 16. Pedestrian right-of-way violation (including stop line violation) 17. Passenger safety violation (getting in and out of vehicles) 19. Safe driving practice violations 20. Engaging in disputes or arguments on the road, interfering with surrounding traffic. 20-2. School bus special protection violation 15 points Fine levied 15 points Fine levied Summary court
Penalty points from traffic accidents

Per death Bodily damage Per serious injury Per light injury Per injury Failure to take the proper procedures (rescuing injured people, etc) after causing an accident Delayed voluntary report (Fatal and injury accident) Voluntary report within a deadline (Fatal and injury accident) Hit-and-run after property damage 15 point 60 point Subject to criminal prosecution 90 point 15 point When the victim dies within 72 hours of the Accident Injury that requires 3 weeks or longer of treatment 5 point Injuries which need more than 5-day or less than 3-week treatment 2 point Injuries which need less than 5-day treatment
30 point
Purchasing a Vehicle
1) Registration
It is important to register your vehicle upon purchase. The car manufacturer, dealer, etc., are required by law to register vehicles at the purchasers request. Driving a brand new vehicle without registration can result in a sentence of up to 2 years prison or a fine of up to 5,000,000 won. Legal Basis Article 8 of the Automobile Management Act, Article 18 of the Automobile Registration Statute, and Article 27 of the Automobile Registration Regulation Information and Administration Office Si/Do or Si/Gun/Gu (City/Province or City/Township/District)
Required Documents for Registration of New or Imported Vehicle - Certified copy of Alien Registration Card and passport - Application for registration - One vehicle certificate (for new vehicle) - One import declaration document or import certificate (for imported vehicle) - Proof of permission to drive the vehicle temporarily and temporary tag number (for those who get permission to drive) - One ownership certificate (for those who cannot prove ownership with document 3 or 4) - Certificate of safety test (for safety tested vehicle) Required Documents for Re-Registration - Same documents as above, 1~7
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defects that may occur within the period guaranteed by the dealer after purchasing the vehicle. (4) In the case of a used vehicle, if defects occur within 30 days from the transfer date of the vehicle or within the mileage of 2,000km, a buyer can demand free repairs or claim compensation regarding the respective condition check items. (5) If a buyer purchases a used vehicle from a registered dealer, a vehicle transfer registration becomes easy because the dealer does a vehicle transfer registration for the buyer or provides all related documents to the buyer. However, if purchasing a used vehicle from an individual, a buyer must obtain documents needed for a transfer registration, such as an original copy of the vehicle registration card and a certificate of the owners registered seal (for an ownership transfer registration) from the individual. Additionally, before paying for the purchase, a buyer should check whether the vehicle is under seizure due to unpaid fines or taxes concerning the vehicle to the Traffic Administration Department of the city, or district (or gu) under the jurisdiction of the previous owners domicile. If there are unpaid vehicle taxes or fines imposed because of a violation that occurred while operating the vehicle, transferring
- One certificate of cancellation - One certificate of new automobile test
2) Purchasing a used vehicle

(1) Purchasing a used vehicle from an accredited used vehicle dealer is safer in case problems related to quality or property rights occur later. The reason is that, if a buyer purchases a vehicle directly from an individual, it is not easy to check the condition or the rights of the vehicle, and it is not easy to get compensation if problems are found after purchase. (2) Before purchasing a vehicle, it is important to check the overall performance of the vehicle via a test drive. (3) If a purchase decision is made after a performance check, a performance check record of the respective vehicle can be requested from the dealer. Because the details of a performance inspection are recorded on the performance check record, based on this record, a buyer can get free repairs or claim compensation for
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ownership to the name of the buyer is not possible until unpaid fines are paid in full. Vehicle Registration Transfer If you purchase a used vehicle from a car dealer, most of the time the dealer applies for the registration for you. However, you can do it yourself. If you dont apply for a registration transfer, then the previous owner can do the job. You must register your used vehicle within a specified period of time (15 days for purchase, 20 days for donation, 3 months for inheritance, 15 days for others) or you can be fined up to 500,000 won. Legal Basis Article 12 Paragraph 1 of the Automobile Management Act, Article 27 Paragraph 1 of the Automobile Registration Statute, and Article 33 Paragraph 1 of the Automobile Registration Regulation Information and Administration Office Si/Do or Si/Gun/Gu (City/Province or City/Township/District) Required Documents for Registration Transfer of Used Vehicle - One certificate of used vehicle transfer (for purchase)
- Certificate of seal impression and legal seal from previous owner. (For purchases only, you should write down that the usage of the certificate is for delivery reasons, and provide your name and resident registration number) If you satisfy the conditions described below, you wont need them.
- If a car dealer or car auction owner made a deal or acted on a recommendation; or - If the transferor and the transferee make a direct deal, and the transferor confirms at the Gu (District) office that the car has been transferred personally.
- One certificate of presentation (for donation) - One car registration (except when the previous owner applied for it for you)
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3) Cars imported as part of moving cargo

Foreigners entering Korea with the intent to reside for at least a year, or those accompanying a family member and planning a stay for at least 6 months are eligible. - Must be recognized by customs as part of the moving cargo - The vehicle must be a small- to mediumsized vehicle. Small vehicles and sedans are ideal. Trucks, mobile
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registration. Those who fail to register their new address within 15 days of their move (which starts from the day of the move) will be fined up to 300,000 won. If the registered address of the automobile owner is also the base location for use of the automobile, a registration of change in the base location of use can be substituted with a report of changes to the owners place of sojourn. Change of Address Article 11 of the Automobile Management Act, Article 22 Paragraph 1 of the Automobile Registration Statute, and Article 29 Paragraph 1 of the Automobile Registration Regulation Information and Administration Office Si/Do or Si/Gun/Gu (City/Province or City/Township/ District) Required Documents - One copy of car registration - One document (if the car is kept for business, then you will need a certificate regarding the changes of the business, according to the Transport Service Act) to certify the purposes of address alteration (contents of changed address) - Two registration number plates (for changes of registration number)
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homes and other vehicles exceeding passenger space for ten persons are prohibited from importation. - Vehicles must have been used for at least three months prior to departure date. - Registered under the applicants own name. Must provide vehicle registration and insurance documents as proof. - Taxes and Tariffs: 2,000 cc or more (34.24%), 800 cc 2,000 cc (26.52%), 800 cc or less (18.8%). - For vehicle and emission inspection information, visit the Korea Transportation Safety Authority. (www.kotsa.or.kr / Tel. 1577-0990) - For more information on gas and noise emission visit the National Institute of Environmental Research. (http://tprc.nier.go.kr / Tel. 032-5607653)
4) Change of address
A change of address requires an application by you to alter your
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nationwide. If using a proxy (vehicle disposal agency) and not the registered junkyard, a registered seal certificate of vehicle ownership is needed additionally. Required documents - Certificate of vehicle registration - A copy of the vehicles original registration issued within the last three days - A certificate of ownership with the owners seal impression - You must also present your alien registration card
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penalty is 300,000 won. However, if there is an inevitable reason that you cannot get a regular vehicle test during the period, you can apply for deferment of the test. You can get regular vehicle tests from the Road Traffic Authority or from private repair centers authorized by the Road Traffic Authority. In addition, vehicles registered in certain areas (which are specified by the law) must receive exhaust emission close inspection test. The areas are designated by executive orders among areas with populations of 500,000 or more or the air pollution control areas. The validity term and method of tests, and penalty fine imposed on missing tests are the same as regular tests.
Vehicle disposal procedure

It takes 5-10 minutes for disposing of a vehicle at a junkyard. After disposing of the vehicle at a registered junkyard, a vehicle disposal acceptance certificate is issued.
If using unauthorized junkyards, a vehicle disposal acceptance certificate cannot be issued. If any problems occur, the liability will be on vehicle owners, so using registered junkyards is recommended.
7) Disposal
When vehicle disposal is not possible for vehicles under mortgage settlement or under seizure
Vehicle owners with a proper identification card and vehicle registration card can dispose vehicles at any of the auto junkyards registered Disposable if interested parties submit a revocation certificate of and a seal impression certificate. - Disposable if the Vehicle Registration
Office submits a vehicle disposal request. - Not disposable if registration details such as vehicle identification number are different from the contents on the original vehicle registration record.
Resident prioritized parking system

Resident prioritized parking areas are a system of giving parking priority to the residents of an area by marking parking blocks on roads or the land managed by public organizations. The resident prioritized parking areas are managed by public agencies, and residents must pay certain fees. Qualifications - Residents who have vehicles registered in a neighboring area - Residents who commute via a company vehicle among the residents of an area - People who want to use a parking space because their workplace is close to a respective area Selection criteria (1) Distance between residence and a parking block applied (2) Number of vehicles applied per household (3) Engine displacement
(4) Years of residence (5) Special added points - The selection system assigns applicants first who obtain high total points from the five selection criteria. The highest points are given to applicants who apply for only one vehicle. Additionally, to resolve a problem of excluding small vehicles which are presumably used for making a living when applying the existing Vehicle Displacement criterion, small type 3 van/ trucks (1 ton) are included by changing the Vehicle Type criterion, and a criterion of assigning the highest points has been adjusted upward from less than 800cc to less than 1000cc. - In the case of applicants with the same total points, disabled people (Class 1-3) and residents living in front of a gate/shop are assigned first equally. However, if they applied for the same parking block, the residents who reside closest to the respective parking block are assigned first. - Applications for the Resident Prioritized Parking used to be accepted twice a year (June 1 and December 1), but now the applications are accepted every two years on July 1, and the permit period is extended
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AVIS 1544-1600 http://www.avis.co.kr Kumho rent-a-car 02-1588-1230 http://www.kumhorent.com
to two years. Once an assignment is made, change is not allowed for two years, so applicants should carefully check before application.
Motorcycles
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Rental Cars
Although you may have a license, you might not want to purchase a vehicle in Korea. You still might want to make good use of your license to travel around Korea or to make business trips. Most car rental companies offer rentals to foreigners with proper drivers licenses. However, there are a few restrictions. (1) Drivers must be over 21 years of age (2) Must have more than 1 years driving experience (3) Must be a holder of a valid drivers license (Korean or International) (4) For international drivers license holders, must possess a valid passport Motorcycles are affordable and easier to maneuver around the congested streets of Seoul. There are also a large number of motorcycles on the streets of Seoul. Most of the riders are students who prefer scooters for transportation and couriers who are often seen around the business districts, especially in the downtown area of Seoul. There are motorcycle enthusiasts who like to go for rides on weekends, but the majority of riders in Seoul prefer motorcycles for economic reasons and convenience. If youre thinking about purchasing a motorcycle, the first and most obvious
step is to obtain a license. Before obtaining a license for motorcycles, its important to note that motorcycles with an engine size up to 125 cc do not require separate licenses. A regular 1 & 2 class license will allow you to drive motorcycles with smaller engines. It is also important to remember that motorcycles are not allowed on highways in Korea. If you plan on traveling long distances or to use various expressways in Seoul to commute, automobiles are better.
Documents to be submitted - One document attesting to the current address of the applicant.
Two-wheeled motor vehicles of less than 50cc which are manufactured or sold from January 1, 2011 are subject to the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard. People wishing to use such vehicles must report the details to the mayor, governor or head of the respective city, gun or district (gu).
Traffic Accidents
Driving in Seoul can be difficult as there are a lot of aggressive drivers out there. You should, without a doubt, obtain auto insurance to avoid complications. In the case of an accident, you can start by contacting your insurance company for help. The English-speaking employee will be able to provide fast and efficient service to ease your worries. If you need translation or further assistance, contact Seoul Global Center (02-2075-4130~1). In the case of foreigners who cannot speak languages assisted by the Seoul Global Center, contact BBB(1588-5644). BBB provides free-of-charge translation services in 17 languages for foreigners.
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1) Getting your license

Those who need to obtain a Korean drivers license or those interested in riding motorcycles with 125cc or bigger engines need to obtain a class 2 Korean license. Other than the age limit being 18 years or over, the procedure for obtaining a license remains the same for motorcycles and automobiles.
2) Motorcycle registration (50cc or more)

In Seoul, the Traffic Administration Office closest to your residence will process your driving test application.
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- Blood alcohol level 0.05%~0.09%: Monetary penalty of 500,000~ 1,000,000 won and a 100-day license suspension, and 100 penalty points imposed - Blood alcohol level 0.1% or more: Monetary penalty of 1,000,000 or more, and license revocation - Fatal Accident at Blood Alcohol Level 0.26%~0.35% or 0.05% or more: Criminal charge (imprisonment), imprisonment penalty of not more than two years in case of accident - Refusal to Sobriety Tests: Criminal charge. If no accident occurred, monetary penalty corresponding to a blood alcohol level and the suspension of license will be imposed.
I have received a Korean drivers license in exchange for a Chinese drivers license. Now, I need to visit China. When I get back my Chinese drivers license, do I have to return my Korean drivers license?
You do not need to return your Korean drivers license when you get back your Chinese drivers license. That is, you can get back your Chinese license and still use your Korean drivers license during the effective period in Korea (Administrative procedure in accordance with a mutual agreement). To get back your Chinese license, required documents are air tickets or vessel tickets proving a departure plan, passport, alien registration card and Korean drivers license. You need to go to the National Drivers License Corporation where you returned your Chinese drivers license.
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I would like to dispose of my vehicle. What procedure should I follow?

To dispose of a vehicle, you need to find the nearest junkyard. If you cannot move your vehicle, your junkyard will provide a towing service. If you have unpaid taxes or fines, the junkyard will tell you. After disposing of your vehicle, the junkyard will issue a vehicle disposal acceptance certificate. You need to apply for the cancellation of vehicle
While driving drunk, I went through a blood test, and 0.05% blood alcohol level was detected. Would I be punished for that?
The drunk driving criteria are as follows:
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Sports / Culture / Seoul Travel / Shopping / Community / Q&A
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1) Tennis
As part of the Hangang Comprehensive Development Project, Seoul City has constructed this tennis court along Hangang River to provide sports and recreation space for citizens. Among the 12 Hangang Citizen Park Districts, four districts operate tennis courts.
Parking Lot Available - Once a Day: 3,000won / Monthly Pass Card: 50,000won - Operation Days: Mon ~ Sat (Free of charge on Sunday and Holidays) - Operation Hours: 09:00 ~ 21:00
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Tennis courts are plentiful in the surrounding areas of Seoul. However, it is important to remember that some tennis courts are open to registered members only. Apartment residents can use tennis courts within apartment complexes. Dong Seoul Tennis Courts (Tel. 02-406-4781~2) http://dongseoultennis.com [E] Located in Macheon-dong, Songpagu this spacious facility offers hourly rates as well as monthly membership rates. On-site facilities include locker rooms, night lights and a spacious parking lot. Hangang Citizen Park Tennis Court (Tel. 02-120 [night] 02-3780-0777) http://hangang.seoul.go.kr [K]
Gwangnaru District Tennis Court Gwangnaru Information Center Tel: 02-3780-0501 Located between Ganddong Bridge and Jamshil Railway Bridge, Gwangnaru Hangang Park has the most well preserved natural environment of the Hangang River. There is a sandbank and a large colony of reeds that has been naturally formed by the deposit of earth and sand, deposited in from the upstream of the Hangang River. Ttukseom District Tennis Court Ttukseom Information Center Tel: 02-3780-0521 Even before the construction of Hangang Park, this district was famous as a riverside amusement park. Citizens can enjoy various water sports, such as water skiing, motor boating and wind surfing.
Ichon District Tennis Court Ichon Information Center Tel: 02-3780-0551 Ichon Hangang Park is located between Jungrangcheon Bridge and Wonhyo Bridge. Citizens enjoy jogging or taking a walk along Hoanga which is beautifully decorated with seasonal plants such as reeds, saw grasses, and cosmos flowers. Mangwon District Tennis Court Mangwon Information Center Tel : 02-3780-0601 The tennis court is located at the northern edge of the river between Wonhyo Bridge and Sungsan Bridge, adjacent to Mapo-gu. A grass field that formed along the riverside provides a wide open resting space and walking trails.
Konjiam Resort San 23-1, Doung-ri, Docheok-myeon, Gwangju-si Inquiry Tel. (031)8026-5000 www.konjiamresort.co.kr [K, E]
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2) Skiing
Korea is a mountainous country and therefore offers many mountain sports for all to enjoy. The most recognized and popular winter sport is skiing. The most cost efficient way to enjoy skiing is through the purchase of a season pass. A pass allows members access to both lifts and accommodation at discounted rates.
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The largest ski resort in the vicinity of the metropolitan area, located within a 40 minutes drive from Seoul Equipped with 11 slopes and 5 lifts Bear Town Resort 295, Sohak-ri, Naechon-myeon, Pocheon-si Tel. (031)540-5000 www.bearstown.com [K, E] Equipped with 11 slopes, 8 lifts, and a snow sleigh field Seoul Resort 37-18, Hopyeong-dong, Namyangju-si Inquiry Tel. (031)592-9400 Equipped with 4 slopes and a snow sleigh field, Located closest to Seoul Yangji Pine Resort 34-1, Namgok-ri, Yangji-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si Inquiry Tel. (031)338-2001 www.pineresort.com [K, E, J, C] Equipped with 9 slopes and 7 lifts Jisan Forest Resort San 28-1, Haewol-ri, Majang-myeon, Ichoen-si Tel. 031-644-1200 www.Jisanresort.co.kr [K, E, C, J] Equipped with 10 slopes (7 main slopes and 3 minor slopes) Star Hill Resort 548, Mukhyeon-ri, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si (02)2233-5311 www.starhillresort.com [K] Equipped with 6 slopes Elysian Gangchon 29-1, Baekyang-ri, Namsan-myeong, Chuncheon-si Inquiry Tel. (033)260-2000 www.elysian.co.kr [K] Equipped with 9 slopes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels Daemyung Vivaldi Park 1290-14, Palbong-ri, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun Inquiry Tel. (033)434-8311 www.daemyungresort.com/vp [K, E, J, C] Equipped with 13 slopes and 10 lifts Yongpyeong Resort 130, Yongsan-ri, Daegwanryeongmyeon, Pyeongchang-gun Tel. 1588-0009 www.yongpyong.co.kr [K, E] Equipped with 31 slopes and 15 lifts Hyundai Sungwoo Resort 204, Duwon-ri, Dunnae-myeon, Hoengseong-gun
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instructors in the world, in its very birthplace, might be a good idea. thirty-five minutes long. This program offers a basic training program, selfdefense program and Gyukpa (breaking) program, which is designed as a onetime experience class. (Reservations must be made at least a day in advance, and the fee is 20,000 won per hour.)
5) Taekkyon
Taekkyon is a Korean traditional martial art, and the only martial art which has been designated as the Important Intangible Cultural Asset No. 76. Some people tend to misconstrue that Taekkyon is an old form of Taekwondo, or that Taekkyon and Taekwondo use similar techniques, when they are totally different from each other. Taekkyon is a bare-hand martial art that was developed by Korean ancestors in primitive ages. The principle of the technique is not to simply wound or kill the opponent, but to bring them down by kicking or tripping them using the strength or weak spot of the opponent. Taekkyon strictly prohibits harming the opponent. Taekkyon Korea (World Taekkyon Headquarters) Tel. 02-413-2707 www.taekkyonkorea.com
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Kukiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters) Experience Taekwondo Program Tel. 02-567-4988 www.kukkiwon.or.kr [K, E] Kukiwon is the mecca of Taekwondo training. If Judo has its Kodokan, Taekwondo has Kukiwon, the world's best come to Kukiwon to advance their skills by training with the best. As the headquarters of the sport, Kukiwon offers affordable lessons on the grounds of Gyeonghuigung (Sungjungjeon courtyard) six times a week, excluding Mondays. Each lesson is an hour and
Korea Taekkyon Federation Tel. 02-516-2707 www.taekkyon.or.kr
Furthermore, riders can use the Hangang Park sports facilities, popular tourist destinations and culturally significant places as bicycle courses.
6) Jogging/ In-line Skating/ Bicycle roads
7) Fitness clubs / Swimming

All parks in Seoul are great for jogging. Perhaps the most popular and well-paved of the group are the courses lining the grounds of the Han River. To let you in on some valuable information for in-line skating enthusiasts, Hangang Park in Ichon District has an In-line Skating Plaza (Tel. 02-790- 6385). The length of bicycle roads near the Han River measure 36.9 km from Gaehwa-dong, Gangseo-gu to Amsa-dong, Gangdonggu. The asphalt and concrete-covered roads are designated for bicycle riders and therefore riders can freely enjoy the view and ride in comfort without having to worry about the traffic. Koreans work hard sweating off excess weight in light of the new well-being trend, thanks to which the number of health conscious Koreans has risen. While there are plenty of ways to get some outdoor physical activity within the city limits, the busy schedules of many do not allow for much adventure. As such, fitness centers are the most viable option for busy working people. Most fitness centers in Korea offer monthly and quarterly membership plans. Some offer six month plans and even annual plans. The benefit of signing up for a longer period is a significant discount in membership fee. Some high-end
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fitness clubs offer golf course access and other benefits as part of a lifetime membership package. All fitness centers have lockers and shower stalls. Some places have hardwood yoga rooms and swimming pools and offer lessons as part of the package. Olympic Park Sports Center www.sosfo.or.kr [K] As a complete sports facility, a total of 38 types and 59 various weight and cardio machines are available along with fitness lessons and activities such as swimming, basketball, yoga, badminton and kendo (Japanese fencing). Other than weight training, the Olympic Park Sports Center offers various fitness/ sports lessons.
Hangang Park Swimming Pool http://hangang.seoul.go.kr/leports/04 _leports_01.html [K, E] A total of six outdoor swimming pools on the Hangang Park grounds are open to the public annually during the summer months in the following locations: Gwangnaru, Jamsil, Jamwon, Yeouido, Ttukseom and Mangwon. Admission is affordable at 3,000won for children aged 4~12 and 5,000won for adults aged 19 and over. Facilities selling swimming goods such as goggles and bathing suits are also available, making it an ideal place to spend an afternoon in the sun with the family within the city limits.
8) Sporting season
Korea is a great place to check out some professional sporting events as various pro leagues are available. The quality of facilities and sports in general has been improving since the '88 Olympics and 2002 World Cup. Unlike most North American or European sporting events, tickets to a pro sporting event in Korea are unbelievably cheap. The quality of games is fairly good as well, considering many foreign athletes and Korean athletes with experience abroad are increasingly recruited in large
Venue Soccer Sangam World Cup Stadium Baseball Jamsil Baseball Stadium Basketball Jamsil Gymnasium Volleyball Pro Jamsil Gymnasium Olympic Gymnasium 2 Season : November to April Website Season : Mid-March to Early November www.seoulworldcupst.or.kr [K,E] Season : March to October
numbers to play here. There's something to enjoy during each of the four seasons as basketball, baseball, volleyball, soccer and other professional leagues provide fun and excitement all year round.
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Tel. Subway Station World Cup Stadium Line 6, Exit 1 or 2
02-2128-2000
Facility Control Sports Complex 02-2202-3834 http://stadium.seoul.go.kr/guidance/guide_01_03.html [K] Baseball Match Info. 1644-0211 02-2240-8809 Stadium, line 2
http://stadium.seoul.go.kr/guidance/guide_01_04.html [K] Season : December to April (University: Spring) http://stadium.seoul.go.kr/guidance/guide_01_04.html [K] www.sosfo.or.kr/olpark [K]
Stadium, line 2
02-2240-8746 02-410-1114
Sports Complex Stadium, line 2 Olympic Park, line 5
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Non-verbal Performances
Those playing a significant role in heightening national prestige are bboys. As b-boys have been gaining notoriety by sweeping international competitions, the popularity of their dynamic and spectacular dance movements has been noted by fans around the world. As such, many nonverbal performances involving bboys continue to be produced. It is especially popular among foreigners because without a working knowledge of Korean, they can still easily enjoy the shows.
Most theaters, if not all, show foreign films with Korean subtitles, but for those interested, there are theaters that show Korean films with English subtitles. The following is a list of theaters screening Korean films with English subtitles.
Korea Foundation Cultural Center

(Tel. 02-3789-5600) www.kfcenter.or.kr/english [K, E] Korean and foreign films from the past are screened on a weekly basis, free of charge. A topic is chosen each week and films are chosen by the organizers accordingly. Although you won't be able to view any new releases, it's a great way to catch up on some classics with friends and also take a tour of the cultural center and its events. The Korea Foundation Cultural Center is located near City Hall Station, exit 9.
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2) Movies
There are several small and large movie theaters in Seoul. The list below shows the representative multiplex cinemas in Seoul. CGV Tel. 1544-1122 www.cgv.co.kr [K] Mega Box Tel. 1544-0600 www.megabox.co.kr [K] Lotte Cinema Tel. 1544-8855 www.lottecinema.co.kr [K] Cinus Tel. 1544-0070 www.cinus.co.kr [K]
Goethe Institute Seoul

(Tel. 02-754-9831-3) www.goethe.de/seoul [K, G] This German cultural center is located within a 10 minute walk from the Namsan Hilton Hotel. The cultural center's library offers various books and DVDs for rental, and a DVD viewing facility is available in an open space of the library where one can
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3) Bookstores / Libraries
Each district of Seoul City is operating public libraries. There are the National Library of Korea, the National Assembly Library, and the Municipal Library in Seoul. At public libraries, citizens can get information easily and reserve books via on-line conveniently.
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includes Korean classical music, tea ceremony, traditional women's quarter's art and traditional knot-tying art among many others. Check Samcheonggak's website for more information.
4) Traditional art lessons

Korean art, industrial arts, Korean music and traditional arts are available for foreigners to learn. Those who have interest in any of the aforementioned genres should take the time to gain a deeper understanding of Korean culture through various lessons offered in the city.
Templestay
(Tel. 02-2011-1972) www.templestay.com [K, E] Those interested in Buddhism should participate in a templestay in Korea. As the name of the program suggests, participants will stay at a temple varying in length from overnight to ten days. Various programs are available gearing around Zen meditation, tea ceremony, calligraphy and traditional lantern making. This is an excellent opportunity for foreigners to gain a deeper understanding of a religion deeply entrenched in Korean culture and history. (Service in
Samcheonggak Educational Program

(Tel. 02-765-3700) www.3pp.co.kr [K, E, J] Samcheonggak offers one-day and extended lectures on traditional Korean art. The impressive curriculum
Japanese, Chinese, French, and English is available.)
Seoul Fringe Festival

www.seoulfringefestival.net 564-35, Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, The entire area of Hongdae University, Tel. 02-325-8150
5) Festivals in Seoul
Seoul City Tour Bus

63-1, Taepyeong-ro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-777-6090 www.seoulfringefestival.net
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Seoul is a city that's hopping yearround with festivities. The following is a list of festivals in Seoul. www.visitseoul.net [K, E, J, C]
Royal Palace Gate Guard Change Ceremony (Deuksugung Palace Gate Guard Change Ceremony)
Deuksugung Palace, 5-1, Jeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-2171-2592 www.seoulcitybus.com
Hangang Yeouido Spring Flower Festival

The entire area of Yeouiseo-ro, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-2670-3114 www.ydp.go.kr/main/page.do?mCode =E070030020
Regular Striking Event at Bosingak Bell

Jonggak, Jongno 2-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-731-0532 www.royalguard.co.kr
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Lighting Beacon Fire Ceremony of Namsan Mountain Mound
11-1, Munhak Jipgil, Yejang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-210-1234 http://culture.seoul.go.kr/jsp/experienc e0401.jsp
Great Ritual for General Nam-I

107, Yongmun-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-710-3320~4 www.yongsan.go.kr
Great Sacred Hall of Chun Period

Great sacred Hall of Sungkyunkwan, 53, Myeongnyun-dong 3(sam)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-760-1472 www.skkok.com
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Unhyeongung Palaces Auspicious Ceremony for King Gojong and Empress Myeongseong Crossing Hangang River Experience Program
30, Sachon 5(o)-gil, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-790-1891 http://turtleship.user.to Unhyeongung Palace, 114-10, Unnidong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-766-9090 www.Unhyeongung.com/Default.asp
Gandong Prehistoric Culture Festival
Seoul Wow Book Festival

411-19, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-336-1584~5 www.wowbookfest.org.
Prehistoric Residential Site, Amsadong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
Tel. 02-480-1410 http://culture.gangdong.go.kr
The 50th Birthday Feast for King Yeongjo

2-1, Waryong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-762-4868 http://cgg.cha.go.kr
Seoul Dream Festival

Special Stage of Seoul Forest, Jayang 3(sam)-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-757-2121 www.drumfestival.org
Royal Ancestral Rite and Royal Procession

1, Hunjeong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-765-2124 www.jongmyo.net
Namsangol Hanok Village Seoul Dano Festival

84-1, Pil-dong 2(i)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-2266-6923 http://hanokmaeul.seoul.go.kr
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Seoul World Fireworks Festival

43, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeongpo-gu, Seoul (Hangang Citizen Park Yeouido District) Tel. 02-729-1728 www.bulnori.com
Hi Seoul Festival 2010

May 1 (Sat.) ~ May 9 (Sun.) 2010. The whole area of Seoul, including Hangang Park (Yeoui, Banpo, Ttukseom, Nanji) and Gwanghwamun Plaza. Tel : 02-3290-7154 www.2010.hiseoulfest.org
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Lantern Festival Bongchuk Committee
45, Gyeonji-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-2011-1744~7 www.llf.or.kr population is concentrated in Seoul and, as such, it plays the central role of all things including economics and culture. Tourist information on destinations in downtown Seoul as well as its surrounding areas can be found on the official tourism website, www.visitseoul.net [K, E, J, C].
Sajikdaeje Ritual
1-59, Sajik-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel. 02-765-2124 www.rfo.co.kr
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National Museum of Korea

(Tel. 02-2077-9000) www.museum.go.kr [K, E, J, C] The location, at Yongsan-dong, makes it easy for any Seoulite to easily access the museum. The National Museum of Korea is appreciated by visitors and residents alike because of its extensive collection of artifacts from ancient to modern times. Furthermore, various special exhibitions and performances are always in store. Check their
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The capital city, the heart and soul of Korea, plays an important role in many aspects. Approximately a quarter of the entire Korean
website for ongoing and upcoming events/ exhibitions.
Seoul Museum of Art

(Tel. 02-723-0455) http://seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr [K, E, J, C] Located in Seosomun-dong, Seoul Museum of Art systematically collects and preserves art works, and holds various exhibitions and educational lectures for the general public. It was established to contribute to the development of art culture. In addition, the museum conducts research and investigations for the development of contemporary art, and offers various publication activities and author-assistance programs. Seoul Museum of Art is operating the Nam Seoul main building and its annex located at Sadang-dong and the Annex of Gyeonghuigung Palace. It is also operating the Nanji Creation Studio as part of the Author Resident Program.
National Folk Museum

(Tel. 02-3704-3114) www.nfm.go.kr [K, E, J, C] The National Folk Museum is located on the Gyeongbokgung grounds in Jongno. The visit to the folk museum is a nice way to finish the tour after your stroll around the palace grounds. The main purpose of the museum is to research, collect and exhibit aspects of traditional Korean culture. The beautiful landscape architecture provides a nice place for a stroll.
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Seoul Museum of History

(Tel. 02-120) www.museum.seoul.kr [K, E, J, C] The museum is located within the premises of Gyeonghuigung Palace of Jongno-gu. On the first floor, there are the Exhibition Planning Office, the Donated Artifact Exhibition Hall, and the Museum Shop. On the third floor, there is an exhibition about Seoul,
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which is displayed according to four themes, such as Old Seoul, the Life of Seoul People, The Culture of Seoulites, and the Development of Seoul. The effects of exhibition are increased using various tools, such as actual artifacts, models, and dioramic panels. In addition, the museum is operating an information search corner for visitors to see the contents of exhibition comprehensively via the touch museum and multi-media which provide information by utilizing videos and experience space where visitors can operate old tools. the noisy downtown area of its surroundings.
Gyeongbokgung www.royalpalace.go.kr 02-3700-3900 www.cdg.go.kr 02-762-8261 www.deoksugung.go.kr 02-771-9951 http://cgg.cha.go.kr 02-762-4868 http://jm.cha.go.kr 02-765-0195 Changdeokgung Deoksugung Changgyeonggung
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Namsan Park
Major Royal Palaces

Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung and Deoksugung are major royal palaces from the Joseon era. Since they are all located north of the Hangang River (Gangbuk) and in relatively close proximity to each other, touring the four royal palaces is a great way to discover the history of Seoul. Furthermore, City Hall, Gwanghwamun and Insa-dong are all nearby which provide tourists with easy access and plenty of activities before or after the tour of the palaces. Jongmyo is another site worth visiting. It is a place where the ancestors of the royal families are enshrined. You will notice the tranquility and serenity in contrast to
(Tel. 02-3783-5900) http://parks.seoul.go.kr [K, E, C, J] The city that is now Seoul, during the Joseon Dynasty was north of the river and since Namsan (South Mountain) was located south of the city, it was given its name. As the city began to grow over time into areas south of the river, Namsan is now
associated with the central region of the city. It is recommended that visitors take the cable car from Myeongdong up to the Namsan area. N Seoul Tower, Namsan Hanok Village, a walkway and National Theater are just a few of the attractions clustered on the grounds of Namsan.
commuters trying to beat the chaos of rush hour. Hangang Park runs along the river and ferries, water skiing and other water activities make it a great place to enjoy summer days.
World Cup Park

Tel: 02-300-5500 http://worldcuppark.seoul.go.kr (K, E, C, J) Located on the west side of Seoul, Nanjido Landfill was transformed for the 2002 World Cup and to commemorate a new millennium. 3,471,090 of land was transformed into a largescale ecological park to create the space. Located near several branches of the Hangang River, the park achieves harmony between both nature and man-made space. The area is divided between Peace Park, Sky Park, Noeul Park, and Nanjicheon Park.
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(Tel. 02-120 [Day]/ 02-3780-0777 [Night]) http://hangang.seoul.go.kr [K] Hangang is often the first notable landmark in Seoul that visitors will notice. As a river that stretches from East to West, the high water volume and the width of the river crossing the central area of Seoul is quite impressive. Seoul City has been hard at work to utilize the Han River to its fullest potential. Their latest plan involves affordable water taxis that provide a solution for the busy
Seoul Dream Forest Park

Tel: 02-2289-4001~5 http://dreamforest.seoul.go.kr (K) Containing one of the most beautiful views in northern Seoul, the Byeok-oh Mountain, the Seoul Dream Forest offers residents of Seoul a place to enjoy a break with forest walk pathways and various other entertainment facilities, such as : Changnyeong Wigung
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Jaesa, an ancestral shrine, Wolyeongji Pond, a large public plaza, gardens, and the Dream Forest Art gallery and Art Center. citizens can breathe the invigorating fresh air offered by nature.
Gwanghwamun Plaza Olympic Park

Tel: 02-410-1111 www.sosfo.or.kr/olpark (K, E) Originally, the site of Mongchon Fortress, this park was created in order to commemorate the 1988 Olympics held in Seoul. The site was restored thanks to the Mongcho Fortress Restoration Project. Various leisure facilities such as the Seoul Olympics Museum of Art, the Mongcho Fortress History Museum, a plaza, and various Olympic stadiums now surround the fortress walls. The trails at Olympic Park are particularly beautiful, as it is one of the five great sculpture parks in the world. Tel: 02-120 http://plaza.sisul.or.kr/ (K) Gwanghwamun Plaza opened on August 1, 2009, located on the old site of the Street of the Six Ministries or Yukjogeori. Once a 16 lane thoroughfare, Gwanghwamun Square is located in the midst of a ten lane boulevard and is now a space for citizens to take a break and relax. The square serves many functions: restores the history of Gwanghwamun, reproduces the image of the old Street of the Six Ministries, serves as a representative square of Korea, provides a space for citizens to participate in culture, creates an urban plaza, and connects the area to the nearby Choeonggyecheon Stream. The square is 34m wide and 740m long and features statues of King Sejong, Admiral Yi Sun-shin, and Seouls mascot the Haechi, a mythical character of Korean folklore. The square also contains the Fountain 12.23 and the Waterways of History. According to seasons, there is also a flower carpet or ice skating rink, as well as various cultural exhibitions for citizens to enjoy.
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Seoul Forest
Tel: 02-460-2905 http://parks.seoul.go.kr/(K, E, C, J) Seoul Forest is a nature park located in Seongsu-dong and covers an area of 1,200,000 The area that was once a royal hunting forest, became Seouls first water purification plant in 1908, and later used for both racecourse and golf facilities. Now, it has been transformed into a park with a dense canopy of trees and a lake, where
Seoul Plaza
Tel: 02-120 http://plaza.seoul.go.kr (K) The area where Seoul Plaza is located in front of City Hall was originally a traffic square, but was widely used as a space for various meetings, demonstrations and events during the June 10th Student Uprising in 1987 and again during the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Due to that, after the end of the World Cup in 2002, a plan was made to renovate the area and remove the roads. Seoul Plaza reopened in May 2004 to provide a space for various cultural, leisure, and art events.
cater to children under 12 years of age, so it provides various experiences for children. All information is provided in Korean, but many exhibitions are for direct experiences, so foreign children can enjoy experiences without any difficulties. The museum is located near Exit 8 of Jamsil Station of Subway Line No.2. However, it is not easy to find, so the telephone number of the museum may be useful to note.
COEX Aquarium
(Tel. 02-6002-6200) www.coexaqua.co.kr [K, E] There are a total of 500 species of marine organisms in 6 halls organized by theme. Sharks attract the most attention. Regretfully, all the information is provided only in Korean. To get to the aquarium, use exits. 5 or 6 of Samseong Station of Subway Line 2, and follow the signs in COEX.
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Samsung Childrens Museum

(Tel. 02-2143-3600) http://kids.samsungfoundation.org [K, E] This museum was constructed to
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Shopping
1) Department stores
Contain brand-name goods and are a great way to shop since all the necessary goods are gathered in one place for your shopping convenience. Introduce various cultural content by operating the cultural center, and provide differentiated services depending on the grade of membership. accessories and shoes at discounted prices in search of a gem, Korea is the place to be. Various areas offer something distinctly unique, so it's fun to pick and choose an area and start shopping.
Apgujeong-dong
An excellent place to view Koreas leading fashion. Apgujeong offers luxury brand shops, popular overseas brand shops and even used luxury goods shops. There are some nice cozy coffee shops along the way, providing great places to rest your feet. Galleria Department Store opposite Rodeo Street contains some of the priciest goods around. Directions: Apgujeong Station, line 3, exit 2 and walk up straight in the opposite direction of the exit. Try to visit some of the nice shops and boutiques on the street that leads to Cheongdam Station, line 7.
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Myeong-dong
This area has become a mainstay on the list of tourist destinations. It's home to a number of shops and boutiques that offer hip and trendy threads at affordable prices. Milliore and Avatar are large shopping malls that can provide shoppers with hours
2) Street shopping
If you're the type of person who gets a kick out of wandering the hectic streets full of vendors offering clothes,
of fun. Directions: Myeongdong Station, line 4, exits 6, 7 will lead you to the busy streets of Myeong-dong. The underground walkway is connected to Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station, line 2.
reach Crown Bakery. Make a left and you are now on Insa-dong Cultural Street, which leads to Jongno 2(i)-ga rotary. From Jonggak Station, line 1, exit 3, walk straight until you reach Tapgol Park and then make a left.
Samcheong-dong
The area running parallel and to the rear of Gyeongbokgung is known as Samcheong-dong. If you think this area is full of traditional garments and clothes, you are way off! Modern and hip fashion designers with their own unique styles can be found here. Directions: Take Gyeongbokgung Station, line 3, exit 5 and follow the palace stonewall until you reach a street of shops and restaurants.
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Itaewon
This is the most multicultural place in the country. Itaewon offers some of the best authentic ethnic food in Seoul. However, theres more to Itaewon than great food. It offers Korean antiques and sports uniforms at low prices. Guys come from all over the city to this interesting and unique neighborhood, especially for the customized jerseys. Directions: Take Itaewon Station, line 6 and any exit will lead you to the streets of Itaewon. Replica jersey shops are clustered near exit 4.
Insadong
If you are in search of traditional items, Insadong is the place for you! Neckties with traditional patterns, modernized hanbok sewn from the national flag, Insadong has anything and everything related to the country and its traditions. Koreans also frequent this area in search of antique goods and traditional tea shops. Directions: Take Anguk Station, line 3, exit 6 and walk down until you
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3) Markets
Namdaemun Market
(Tel. 02-991-7718) www.indm.net [K, E, J] Also known as Dokkebi Market (goblin market), Namdaemun has retained most of its original looks throughout the years. The same can't be said for Dongdaemun market. The shabby and rundown looking buildings might deter you from venturing in, but these buildings contain high-tech electronics at unbeatable prices. Another part of the market contains imported food. Taking a cue from the modern Dongdaemun market, Mesa, a large fashion shopping mall offers options for young, trendy shoppers. Located near Hoehyeon Station, line 4. shopping centers contain hundreds of booths per floor. A dizzying array of booths offering various selections is available. Located near Dongdaemun Station, line 1, and Dongdaemun Stadium Station, line 2.
Garden5
(Tel. 02-2047-4019) www.garden5.com Garden5 is a one-stop cultural special zone, where a total of 6,000 stores, including extra-large shopping malls, multiplex cinemas, bookstores, exhibition halls, spa facilities, production facilities, basic industrial material sales facilities, logistics facilities, and assistance facilities, are located. The building is divided into three categories: specialized shopping area, logistics complex, and revitalization complex. The specialized shopping area has a total of 8,300 stores, and it is divided into three blocks: Garden5 Life, Garden5 Works, and Garden5 Tool.
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Dongdaemun Market
(Tel. 02-2262-0114) www.dongdaemunsc.co.kr [K] When it was established in the early 20th century, the market was a traditional outdoor market containing fish, fruits and other goods. Nowadays, Dongdaemun is known as the place to shop for trendy clothes at affordable rates. Cheongdaemun, Doota, Migliore and other buildings/
Kwangjang Market
(Tel. 02-2267-0291~2) www.kwangjangmarket.co.kr [K] A wholesale market containing traditional hanbok, modern wares and well as fabrics, it is a world-renowned
wholesale market and very popular amongst visitors. If you're interested in purchasing a traditional Korean costume, this is a great place to start. Jongno 5(o)-ga Station, line 1.
Bangsan Market
(Tel. 02-2266-8765) www.bangsanmarket.net [K] If you want to make something, whatever it may be, you should take a trip to Bangsan Market. This market offers everything from wrapping paper to kitchen utensils and design supplies among others. Euljiro 4(sa)ga Station, line 2.
brought to this market and distributed after fierce biddings during the early hours of the day. It is not merely a wholesale market. Visitors can buy fresh seafood and also enjoy a dish of raw fish served up fresh on the spot. Noryangjin Station, line 1.
Nakwon Arcade
(Tel. 02-742-4020) www.enakwon.com [K]
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Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market

(Tel. 02-814-2211~2) www.susansijang.co.kr [K] Nakwon Arcade is home to various shops selling musical instruments. Located near Insa-dong, a trip inside will reveal a world of guitars, pianos, saxophones and drum sets among others. You can also find used instruments, amps, and repair and rental shops. Take Jongno 3(sam)-ga Station, line 5, exit 5 and walk in the direction of SC First Bank.
The biggest fisheries wholesale market in Korea. Various marine products from all over the country are
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SIWA is known for their annual charity/ fundraising events.
Australian and New Zealand Association of Korea (ANZA)

www.anzakorea.com [E] Hosts a monthly Coffee Morning meetings at the Hyatt Hotel. Hosts various events throughout the year including the Melbourne Cup Ball.
American Women's Club (AWC)

(Tel. 02-749-3554) http://awckorea.net [E] Primarily for American citizens, associate memberships are given to those of other nationalities. This club maintains close ties and provides aid to newcomers through a monthly Coffee Morning meeting.
British Association of Seoul (BASS)

www.britishseoul.com [E] Membership is open to both males and females and monthly meetings are held at the Seoul Club. Coffee Morning meetings are held in homes of members on a rotating basis.
Overseas Chinese Women's Club (OCWC)

(http://ocwckr.spaces.live.com [C]. ocwckr@hotmail.com) Overseas Chinese Womens Club is a Chinese Womens association with a 20-year history. The club consists of Chinese with various nationalities such as American, British, and Hong Kong. Foreigners who can speak Chinese can join the club.
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German Club
www.deutscherclubseoul.com Hosts monthly Coffee Morning meetings as well as trips and events throughout the year.
Korea Contract Bridge League

www.kcbl.org/bbs/clubs-e.php [K] A club formed to join Koreans and foreigners interested in playing bridge together.
Association des Francophones de Coree (AFC)

www.afc-online.org [F] A club open to all French nationals. They host annual events and members are issued Le Petit Echotier free of charge.
Club Italia
www.clubitalia.or.kr [I, K, E] Club Italia members gather every Sunday at the Franciscan School, located at Hannam-dong. This club is
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not limited to Italians and all those interested are welcome to join.
Seoul Volunteer Center

(Tel. 02-776-8473) http://volunteer.seoul.go.kr
2) Volunteer work
Volunteer work is the best way and the quickest way to understand and love Korea. The love and understanding shared between people regardless of race and nationality can lead to development of truly special relationships.
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Seoul Global Center

(Tel. 02-2075-4130~1) http://global.seoul.go.kr [K, E, J, C, F] Seoul Global Center is recruiting Korean and foreigner volunteers. It is running activities via various social activities and cultural exchange programs in order to provide volunteer work and to increase the interest and understanding of different cultures for foreigners and Koreans.
Are there any stores where I can rent Halloween costumes?

The following Internet sites rent party supplies or costumes for special days. The following information was obtained via Internet search, so the quality of service or any problems that may occur from using this information are not the responsibility of the information provider. http://www.joyparty.co.kr/ http://www.dressup.co.kr/ http://www.halloween.co.kr/ http://www.hicharacter.com/ http://www.hellowshop.com/
www.animals.or.kr), Korea Green Foundation (www.greenfund.org), and Seoul City Volunteer Center (http:// volunteer.seoul.go.kr) in which you can participate.
How can I find clubs where I can share hobbies?

There are various clubs organized by foreigners for various activities such as soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey, hiking, fencing, and dance. More varied club activities with local residents, such as beat box, racing, scuba diving, paragliding, and knitting are also available. Seoul Global Center can search related information for you.
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Are there any volunteer activities that foreigners can participate in?
If for non-profit purpose, foreigners can participate in volunteer activities. There are Seoul Global Center (http://global.seoul.go.kr) and other non-profit organizations that need the volunteer work of foreigners. In addition, the Global Village Center, together with local residents, often visit nursing homes and child centers as part of volunteer work. There are other organizations, such as Korea Animal Welfare Association (http://
I would like to have pet dogs or cats. Are there any administrative reporting procedures I should follow?
Legally, citizens are not allowed to have pet animals at apartment buildings or multi-family housing without the approval of the housing management. However, as many households keep pet animals at home, people do not raise an issue,
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but you need to be careful so that animals may not threaten neighbors or make them uncomfortable. When pet animals leave your neighborhood, you are required to attach an identification tag, which contains your name, address, and contact numbers, to your pet. Upon violation, you will be fined 100,000~300,000 won. When you walk your pet, you are required to take safety precautions such as using a leash for your pet, and bringing a tool to be able to pick up the excrement of your animal immediately. Upon violation, you will be fined 50,000 ~ 150,000 won. To prevent infectious disease, you are required to inoculate your animal regularly.
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International Marriage / International Divorce / Birth Report Death Report / Seal Registration / Q&A
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International Marriage
International marriage refers to a marital relationship between a man and a woman of different nationalities. For an international marriage to be legally and validly established in the Republic of Korea, both parties must satisfy the requirements of marriage set forth by their respective countries of nationality, and report their marriage to the relevant authorities, so that such fact will be recorded in the family relation register. Regarding a legal relationship after marriage, the same laws of the couples respective countries, the same law of habitual residence of the couple, and the law of the location closest to the couple will be applied in principle in due order, unless otherwise specified in the Private International Law.
The place of habitual residence: A location where a life is sustained for a certain period of time in actuality
1) Nationality after an international marriage

Marriage between Koreans and Foreigners - Koreans The Korean spouse does not lose Korean nationality. The acquisition of foreign spouses nationality will be determined in accordance with the law of the respective nation. - Foreigners A foreign spouse who is married to a Korean spouse cannot obtain Korean nationality immediately. A residential (F-2) visa will be issued to the foreign spouse. After residing in Korea for a specified period of time and having certain qualifications, a naturalization qualification will be provided.
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Marriage between foreigners Nationality will be determined in accordance with the law of the respective country.
Detailed information can be obtained from the respective embassy or consulate.
marriage and two adult witnesses) 4. The identification cards of the respective parties of marriage required.
Procedure of marriage report

Reporting a marriage between a Korean spouse and a foreign spouse Marriage report method Korean government office (district office)
When reporting to a foreign country first

1. Certificate of Marriage (A registered certificate issued by an organization with the authority of the nation which carries out the marriage, and a translated copy of the certificate) 2. A notarized nationality certificate of the respective foreign party (Family Relation Register, Birth Certificate, Copy of Passport, Identification Card, etc) 3. Marriage Report Form (Signatures of the respective parties of marriage and two adult witnesses) 4. Identification cards of the respective parties of marriage in attendance
A method of reporting to the nation where a foreign spouse belongs can checked at the respective embassy or consulate. Marriage should be reported to a respective government office (district office) of Korea as well as to a respective government office (embassy) of a foreign spouses nation. If not reported within three months without justifiable reason, a fine of 50,000 won or less will be imposed.
When reporting to Korea first
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1. Foreign spouses original and translated affidavit of eligibility for marriage

(cf. In the case of a Chinese national, an original and a translated copy of nonmarriage certificate)
2. A notarized document proving the nationality of a foreign spouse (Family Relation Register, Birth Certificate, Copy of Passport, Identification Card, etc) 3. Marriage Report Form (Signatures of the respective parties of
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Reporting marriage between two foreigners A marriage between foreigners with the same nationality should follow the laws of the nation of the respective parties. However, marriage between people with different nationalities should compare the laws of the respective nations. In general, the nation of the husband is applied. Detailed information can be checked at the embassy or consulate of the respective nation.
An international divorce is granted either by an agreement between the respective spouses or upon a court decision.
1) International divorce by agreement

The Private International Law indicates that the same law of the couples respective country, and the law of the location closest to the couple, the same law of habitual residence of the couple, the law of the location closest to the couple is the law applicable to divorce, and it must be applied in order. Accordingly, if there is a consent divorce system in a respective country, a divorce by agreement will be granted. In addition, the Private International Law states that if a party of a divorce is a Korean national with a habitual residence in Korea, the Korean Law should be applied. In that case, a divorce by agreement can be reported in accordance with the Korean law.
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International Divorce
International divorce refers to a divorce which has a foreign element, such as a divorce between a Korean and a foreigner in Korea, a divorce between foreigners in Korea, a divorce between a Korean and a foreigner in a foreign country, and a divorce between Koreans in a foreign country.
2) International divorce upon court decision

A divorce decision by the foreign court is also effective in Korea under
a condition specified by Article 217 of the Civil Procedure Law. Accordingly, when reporting a divorce upon a divorce judgment by foreign law, a certificate of divorce decision and a certificate of confirmation as well as a translated copy of each certificate must be attached. Article 217 of the Civil Procedure Act (The Effectiveness of Foreign Judgment) The confirmation judgment by the foreign court is effective when satisfying the conditions of each item: 1. The judgment must be recognized by the International Court Jurisdiction of the respective foreign court according to the principle of the International Court jurisdiction in accordance with the law or treaty of Korea 2. If a defendant who lost a case has received a letter of summons or an equivalent letter and a notice of date or an order in accordance with a legitimate method at reasonably enough time needed for defense (excluding cases by delivery of public notice or by other similar delivery methods), or has responded to a legal action even if a letter of summon was not received 3. Recognizing the effectiveness of the decision must not violate well-
intended customs or other social orders of Korea 4. A mutual guarantee must exist
Detailed information can be received via a free legal consultation offered by the Global Center. (Tel: 02-2075-4130~1)
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For children of foreigners who are born in Korea, the parents must submit a birth certificate to the respective embassy. A passport must be obtained for the children after birth, and an application for a visa must be submitted to the immigration office within 30 days after birth. When applying for a visa, alien registration cards of parents, a birth certificate
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issued by the respective embassy, photos (2 copies), and a fee of 50,000 won are needed (Depending on the visa, required documents may vary). Detailed information can be obtained by calling 1345 at the Call Center for providing comprehensive information to foreigners.
For detailed information, contact the Seoul Global Center (02-2075-4130~1).
Seal Registration
Death Report
Upon the death of a registered foreigner, a respective spouse, parents, person specified by Clause 1 of Article 89 of the Immigration Law, or the owner or manager of the building or land where the death occurred must submit a death report to the immigration office or a branch immigration office under the jurisdiction of the residence along with a medical report, or an autopsy report, and other documents proving report of death attached to the deceaseds alien registration card, within 14 days from knowing of the death or within 30 days from the date of death. When transporting the body to the respective nation, contact must be made with the respective embassy. When cremating the body, the original copies of a death report, an autopsy report, and a death confirmation certificate are needed.
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1) What is a registered seal?

A registered seal (or Eengam in Korean) is a special seal registered beforehand to an administrative office to use for checking the integrity of a respective party. In Korea, a registered seal is required for legal affairs such as a property right when contracting real estate, assignment of right, or lawsuit. Foreigners who have an alien registration card can get a certificate of a registered seal after registering a seal in accordance with the Immigration Law.
2) Registration of Seal
New registration When registering a seal for the first time, the respective person must personally go to the concerning district office (which has jurisdiction over the alien registration card) with his/her alien registration card, passport and seal to be registered. When making a registered seal, the English name on the alien registration card is used. However, a Korean seal is acceptable. If it is difficult to include full name, the last name must be included, and the first name can be abbreviated. The size of the seal must not exceed 7mm wide and 30mm long. Overseas Koreans with a resident registration card (permanent resident) must go to the dong office of the domicile. Application for the issuance of a registered seal certificate - When applying for the issuance in person: An identification card of the applicant (Alien Registration Card or Resident Registration Card), passport, and a registered seal are needed. If the duration of stay on the identification card has expired, the certificate of the
registered seal cannot be issued. After extending the duration of stay, the certificate can be issued. - When applying for the issuance via proxy: An identification card of the respective person (Alien Registration Card or Resident Registration Card), passport, registered seal, power of attorney with the registered seal, and an identification card of the proxy are required.
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How can I get an international marriage certificate?

Depending on the time of a marriage, an administrative government agency is determined. If a marriage was held between January 1, 1956 and January 31, 1995, the Seoul City Dasan Plaza issues the international marriage certificate. If a marriage was held after February 1, 1995, the civil service offices of a city, gun, or district issues an international marriage certificate. When filling out the application form, the English names, birthdates, and marriage report date of the groom and bride at the time of the marriage report must be used.
filed an agreement divorce in person at the court, the courts will issue a certificate 1-3 weeks later. When submitting the certificate to a district office, the divorce is reported. The following documents must be submitted to a district office: Required Documents Passport, Marriage Certificate (English, Korean Copies), Alien Registration Card, Agreement Divorce Application Form (obtainable at the court), Family Relation Register, three copies of Divorce Application Form (Obtainable at a district office or court, Two witnesses must be present), Copy of a document proving foreign residence (A copy of the resident registration) If a divorce agreement has not been made, an attorney must be appointed. Seoul Global Center or the Korea Legal Aid Corporation provides legal consultation services free-of-charge.
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I am American and my wife is from Thailand. We want to divorce in Korea. I would like to know about divorce procedures in Korea.
If foreign couples want to divorce in Korea, the case can be processed only by the Seoul Family Court. In the case of an agreement divorce, please visit the Seoul Family Court (02-530-2475). If respective parties
I am Irish, and gave birth to a child in Korea. What procedures should I take when reporting the birth?
You must obtain a birth certificate from the hospital and
report the birth to your embassy. After reporting the birth, you must obtain a passport for the baby. After obtaining the passport, you should apply for a visa and an alien registration card for the baby within 30 days of birth.
My husband of American nationality passed away two weeks ago. Can I report the death and hold an American style funeral in Korea?
Upon death, you must contact the respective embassy with a death certificate issued by the hospital. The embassy will provide information regarding companies that can perform a funeral or transport the body to the respective country.
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Public Offices / Governmental institutions / Hospitals / Banks Culture and Tourism / Accommodation / Libraries
Public Offices Governmental Institutions

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Seoul Global Center
Tel. 02-2075-4130~1 Opening house : Mon-Fri 09:00~18:00 (Year-round Online Service) E-mail : hotline@seoul.go.kr Homepage : http : //global.seoul.go.kr/ [K, E, J, C, F]
Prosecution Service
Tel : 1301 http : //spo.go.kr
Cheong Wa Dae, Office of the President

www.cwd.go.kr
Foreign Cultural Centers

French Cultural Center Bongnae-dong, Jung-gu 1(il)-ga, Seoul Tel : 02-734-9768 Goethe Institute Huam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel : 02-754-9831 Italian Cultural Institute Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Tel : 02-796-0634 Information and Culture Center, Embassy of Japan Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel : 02-765-3011~3 British Council Sinmunno 1(il)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul Tel : 02-3702-0600
International Website of the City of Seoul

- English : English.seoul.go.kr - Japanese : Japanese.seoul.go.kr - Chinese : Simplified Characters http : //chinese.seoul.go.kr/ch [K, E, J, C, French, Spanish] - French : French.seoul.go.kr [K, E, J, C, French, Spanish] - Spanish : Spanish.seoul.go.kr [K, E, J, C, French, Spanish]
Diplomatic Missions in Korea

Country Afghanistan Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Brazil Brunei Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Congo Cote d lvoire Costa Rica Address 27-2, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 2-6, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 534, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 19F, Kyobo Bidg., 1, Jongno 1(il)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul 1913, Kyobo Bidg., 1, Jongno 1(il)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul 310-22, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 432-1636, Sindang 2(i)-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 737-10, Hannam 2(i)-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 4F, Ihn Gallery Bidg., 141 Palpan-dong, Jongnogu, Seoul 7F, Gwanghwamun Bidg., 211, Sejongno Jongno-gu, Seoul 723-42, Hannam 2(i)-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 653-110, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 16-1, Jeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 25-5, Chungmuro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 54, Hyoja-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 10, Da-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 702, Naesu-dong Jongno-gu, Seoul 2F, Cheongam Bidg., 794-4, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 50-1, Dohwa-Dong, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, Tel. (Fax) 02-793-3535 (02-795-2662) 02-797-5034/5 (02-794-5040) 02-797-0636 (02-792-5820) 02-2003-0100 (02-722-9264) 02-732-9071 (02-732-9486) 02-796-4056 (02-790-5313) 02-2237-8173 (02-2237-8174) 02-749-0381 (02-797-1688) 02-738-4970 (02-738-4974) 02-790-1078 (02-790-1084) 02-794-8625 (02-794-8627) 02-3785-1041 (02-3785-1040) 02-3783-6000 (02-3783-6239) 02-779-2610 (02-779-2615) 02-738-1038 (02-738-1077) 02-720-1369 (02-725-6959) 02-722-7958 (02-722-7998) 02-3785-0561 (02-3785-0564) 02-707-9249 (02-707-9255) 02-720-6453 (02-734-6452) 02-795-4187 (02-796-0986)
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02-756-3513 (02-756-3514) 02-739-2401 (02-739-2355) 02-749-0787, 9 (02-795-2588) 02-753-3432, 3 (02-753-3456) 02-732-6737 (02-723-4969)

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Address 30, Hap-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 4F, Yongsan Bidg., 738-20, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 308-5, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 5-4, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 27F, Hanhwa Bidg., Janggyo-dong 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 614, Lotte Hotel, 1, Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 2, Gungjeong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 22F, Jongno Tower Bldg., Jongno 2(i)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul 1-103, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 37-3, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 55, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul 310-22, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 13F, Leema Bidg., Soosong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 18F, Cheonggye 11 Bidg., 149, Seorin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 1-398, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 18-11, Junghak-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 274-5, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 309-15, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 657-9, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 310-49, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 210-71, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 4-1, Hannam 1(il)-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 33-6, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 33-5, Hannam 1(il)-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 4F, Hannam Tower, 730, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Tel. (Fax) 02-3149-4300 (02-3149-4310) 02-793-9575, 6 (02-793-9574) 02-748-4114 (02-748-4161) 02-3785-1427 (02-3785-1428) 02-729-1400~1 (02-729-1402) 02-771-7582~3 (02-771-7584) 02-736-5725 (02-736-5738) 02-738-8402, 02-730-8403 (02-738-8403) 02-792-2103, 5 (02-792-2109) 02-798-4257 (02-796-9534) 02-783-5675, 7, 02-783-5371, 2 (02-780-4280) 02-793-7751~3 (02-792-7052,3) 02-774-6455, 7 (02-774-6458) 02-3210-8500 (02-3210-8555) 02-796-0491, 5 (02-797-5560) 02-2170-5200 (02-734-4528) 02-379-9714, 02-394-9716 (02-395-9766) 02-749-3688, 9 (02-749-3687) 02-796-1713, 4 (02-796-1771) 02-794-6482, 4 (02-794-6485) 02-797-6001~3 (02-797-6007) 02-795-9203 (02-794-5480) 02-798-1694 (02-790-0939) 02-798-3464 (02-794-7605) 02-793-6249 (02-792-8178)
Country Myanmar Netherlands New Zealand Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama
Address 723-1, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 14F, Kyobo Bidg., Jongno 1(il)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul 15F, Kyobo Bidg., Jongno 1(il)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul 310-19, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 258-8, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 309-3, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 124-13, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 66, Jeokseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Tel. (Fax) 02-790-3814~6 (02-790-3817) 02-737-9514 (02-735-1321) 02-3701-7700 (02-3701-7701) 02-797-2370, 3280 (02-796-1848) 02-795-6850 (02-798-6072) 02-790-2431, 2 (02-790-2430) 02-796-8252, 3, 02-796-0312 (02-796-0313) 02-734-8610~2 (02-734-8613) 02-2198-5771 (02-2198-5779) 02-792-8335, 1174 (02-792-8334) 02-757-1735~7 (02-757-1738) 02-796-7387~9 (02-796-0827) 02-723-9681 (02-723-9680) 02-3675-2251 (02-3675-2250) 02-798-2444 (02-798-5486) 02-797-4924 (02-794-3114) 02-318-2117 (02-754-0417) 02-739-0631, 4 (02-739-0041) 02-797-5109 (02-790-6109)
Papua New Guinea Room #210, Pavilion Doosan Weve Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland(S) Portugal Qatar Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Serbia and Montenegro Singapore Slovakia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Sudan 730, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 28F, Seoul Finance Center, 84, Taepyeong-ro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 389-1, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 1-37, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 726-52, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 229-18, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 653-24, Hannam-dong, Yongsangu, Seoul 3F, Hannam Tower Company Bldg., 730, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 20F, Daeyeongak Bldg., 25-5, Chungmuro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 5-1, Itaewon 1(il)-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 70, Sagan-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 2F, Wonseo Bidg., 1-gi, Wonseo-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 309-5, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 1-104, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 34-16, Jeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 1-112, Sinmunno 2(i)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Address 8F, Danam Bldg., 120, Namdaemunno 5(o)-ga, Seoul 32-10, Songwol-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 653-7, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 1-17, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 4F, Vivian Bldg., 4-52, Seobinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 1-97, Dongbinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 5-5, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 40, Taepyeong-ro, 4, Jeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 708-6, Yeoksam 2(i)-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 32, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul #702, Diplomatic Center, 1376-1, Seocho 2(i)-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul 16F, Korea SC First Bank Bldg. (H.Q.), 100, Gongpyeong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 28-58, Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 16F, Sean Bidg., 116, Sinmunno 1(il)-ga, Jongnogu, Seoul
Tel. (Fax) 02-3703-3700(02-3703-3701, 2) 02-739-9511, 4 (02-737-9392) 02-795-3098, 0095(02-798-3448) 02-790-4334, 5 (02-790-4333) 02-794-0255 (02-797-8546) 02-790-5696 (02-790-5697) 02-790-3235 (02-790-3238) 02-3210-5500 (02-725-1738) 02-6245-3180 (02-6245-3181) 02-397-4114 (02-738-8845) 02-574-6554 (02-578-0576) 02-732-1546, 7 (02-732-1548) 02-739-2065 (02-739-2064) 02-735-1101 (02-735-1211)
District Office
Country Geumcheon-gu Address 1020, Siheung-dong, Geumcheon-gu Tel. 02-890-2114 Website www.geumcheon.go.kr [K, E, J]
Yeongdeungpo-gu 124, Dangsanno, Yeongdeungpo-gu Dongjak-gu Gwanak-gu Seocho-gu Gangnam-gu Songpa-gu Gangdong-gu Jongno-gu Jung-gu Yongsan-gu Seongdong-gu Gwangjin-gu 16, Jangseungbaegi-gil, Dongjak-gu 462, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu 2584, Nambu Beltway, Seocho-gu 426, Hakdongno, Gangnam-gu 326, Olympic Expressway, Songpa-gu 27, Seongnaedong-gil, Gangdong-gu 50, Sambong-gil Susong-dong, Jongno-gu 76, Baeogae-gil, Jung-gu 78, Baekbeom-ro, Yongsan-gu 10, Gosanja-ro, Seongdong-gu 150, Jayang-ro, Gwangjin-gu
02-2670-3114 www.ydp.go.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-820-1114 02-880-3114 02-570-6114 www.dongjak.go.kr [K, E, J, C] www.gwanak.go.kr [K, E, J, C] www.seocho.go.kr [K, E, J, C, F]
02-2104-1114 www.gangnam.go.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-410-3114 www.songpa.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
02-1577-1188 www.gangdong.go.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-731-0114 www.jongno.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
02-2260-1114 www.junggu.seoul.kr [K, E, J, C, R] 02-710-3114 http://yongsan.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
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02-2286-5114 www.seongdong.seoul.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-450-1300 www.gwangjin.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
Dongdaemun-gu 145, Hajeong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Jungnang-gu Seongbuk-gu Gangbuk-gu Dobong-gu Nowon-gu Eunpyeong-gu Seodaemun-gu Mapo-gu Yangcheon-gu Gangseo-gu Guro-gu 179, Bonghwasan-gil, Jungnang-gu 168, Bomun-ro, Seongbuk-gu 12, Gucheong-gil, Gangbuk-gu 656, Madeul-gil, Dobong-gu 183, Nohae-gil, Nowon-gu 8, Eunpyeonggucheong-gil, Eunpyeong-gu 165, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu 30, Nanjido-gil, Mapo-gu 75, Mokdong-ro, Yangcheon-gu 153, Hwagok-ro, Gangseo-gu 340, Gamasan-gil, Guro-gu
02-2127-5000 www.ddm.go.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-490-3114 02-920-3114 02-901-6114 http://jungnang.seoul.kr [K, E] www.seongbuk.go.kr [K, E, J, C] www.gangbuk.seoul.kr [K, E, J, C]
02-2289-1114 wwwdobong.go.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-950-3114 02-350-1114 02-330-1114 1577-3500 www.nowon.kr [K, E] www.eunpyeong.seoul.kr [K, E, J, C] www.seodaemun.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
www.mapo.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
02-2620-3114 www.yangcheon.go.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-2600-6300 www.gangseo.seoul.kr [K, E, J, C] 02-860-2114 www.guro.go.kr [K, E, C]
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Hospitals
Hospitals
General hospitals that have international clinics or clinics dedicated to foreigners
135-710, Ilwon-dong, Gangnam-gu
Samsung Medical Center

www.samsunghospital.com 1599-3114 712, Yeonju-ro, Gangnam-gu
Gangnam Severance Hospital
International Clinics
101, Daehakno, Jongno-gu
http://yd.iseverance.com 1599-6114 650-9, Yeoksam 1(il)dong, Gangnam-gu
Seoul University Hospital

www.snuh.org 02-2072-2114 22, Deasagwan-gil, Yongsan-gu
CHA Hospital
http://kangnam.chamc.co.kr 02-3468-3000
Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital

www.schuh.ac.kr 02-709-9114 17, Hangdang-dong, Seongdong-gu)
Songpa-gu Asan Medical Center

www.amc.seoul.kr 1688-7575
Hanyang University Hospital

http://hmc.hanyang.ac.kr 02-2290-8114 1, Hoegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu
Emergency Hospitals in Seoul

Jongno-gu Seoul National University Hospital
www.snuh.org 013-0484-0505 164, Pyeong-dong, Jongno-gu
Kyung Hee University Medical Center

www.khmc.or.kr 02-958-8114 250, Seongsan-ro, Seodamun-gu
Seoul Red Cross Hospital

www.srch.or.kr 02-2002-8888
Sinchon Severance Hospital

http://sev.iseverance.com 1599-1004 / 02-2228-5810 505, Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu
Kangbuk Samsung Medical Center

www.srch.or.kr 02- 2001-1000
Gangnam St. Mary's Hospital

www.cmckangnam.or.kr 02-590-1114
Ewha Womans University Dongdaemun Hospital

www.eumc.co.kr 02-760-5114
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Banks Korea Exchange Bank (KEB)

1544-3000, 1588-3500 www.keb.co.kr [K, E, J, C]
HSBC
1588-1770 www.hsbc.co.kr [K, E] Safety Report Center
Kookmin Bank (KB)

1599-9999, 1588-9999 www.kbstar.com [K, E]
Shinhan Bank
1599-8000 www.shinhan.com [K, E, J]
Woori Bank
080-365-5000, (Cell phone) 02-20085000 www.wooribank.com [K, E, J, C]
Hana Bank
1599-1111 www.hanabank.com [K]
Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK)

1566-2566 www.ibk.co.kr [K, E]
NongHyup (NH)
02-2080-7000 www.nonghyup.com [K, E, J, C]
CITI Bank
1588-7000 www.citibank.co.kr [K, E]
Culture and Tourism

Airline
Garuda Indonesia
Main number Website

080-773-2092~4
Incheon Airport office

032-744-1990, 1 www.garuda.co.kr
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
02-3483-1133
032-744-6700
www.klm.com/travel/kr_ko 02-732-1700 www.nwa.com/kr/kr 02-3788-0222 032-743-2620 032-744-6300~3
Northwest Airlines
Dalavia Airlines
Korean Air
1588-2001 http://kr.koreanair.com 02-3420-0400
032-742-7654
Lufthansa
032-744-3400
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www.lufthansa.com/online/portal/lh/kr 02-777-7761/ 2 032-744-3501
Malaysia Airlines
www.malaysiaairlines.com 02-756-9761 www.miat.com 02-322-7038 032-742-9257 032-744-6800
Mongolian Airlines
Southern Air
www.southernaircharter.com 02-757-8920 032-744-6565
Vietnam Airlines
www.vietnamairlines.co.kr 02-733-2920~3 www.vladivostokavia.co.kr 02-753-7131 www.satairlines.com 02-775-2691/2 www.shandongair.co.kr 02-774-8800 www.shanghai-air.co.kr 032-742-5121,2 032-744-3255 032-741-6035
Vladivostok Avia
032-743-2920
SAT Airlines
Shandong Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
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Air-Astana 02-3788-0170
Culture and Tourism
Airline
Cebu Pacific Air
Main number Website

032-743-5704~5
www.cebupacificair.co.kr 02-3455-1234~5 www.s7.ru 02-766-9933, 02-319-9788 www.shenzhenair.co.kr 02-752-6970 www.evaair.com 02-779-8899 www.airmacau.co.kr 032-743-2620 www.airastana.com 02-752-6310, 1 www.airindia.co.kr 02-3788-0100 www.aircanada.co.kr 032-744-4900, 1 www.airfrance.co.kr 032-311-2700 032-744-6766 www.airhongkong.com.hk 02-757-6399 www.orient-thai.net 02-734-6075~6 www.uzbekair.co.kr 02-318-2293 www.fat.com.tw 02-757-1691~7 032-744-6666 www.kr.united.com/kr 032-744-3700 032-743-1014 032-744-0898 032-743-8999 032-744-3512
S7 Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines
Eva Air
Air Macau
Air India
Air Canada
Air France
Air Hong Kong
Orient-Thai Airlines
Uzbekistan Airways
Far Eastern Air Transport
United Airlines
Airline
Uni Air
Main number Website

02-756-0015

032-743-5669
www.uniairkorea.co.kr 1588-6886 www.ups.co.kr 02-319-4555 www.iranair.co.kr 02-739-0456~8 www.elal.co.kr 02-757-1711 www.jal.co.kr 02-775-3922 032-744-3224~5 032-744-3601 032-744-3728 032-744-3000
UPS Airlines
Iran Air
El Al
Japan Airlines
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Nippon Cargo Airlines
All Nippon Airways
02-752-5500 www.ana.co.jp/wws/kr/k 02-774-6886 www.air-china.co.kr 02-775-9070 www.cs-air.com 02-518-0330 www.easternair.co.kr 02-3455-1666 www.xiamenair.com.cn 02-779-0600 www.hnair.com 02-755-1523 www.china-airlines.co.kr
032-744-3200
Air China
032-744-3255~8
China Southern Airlines
032-744-3270
China Eastern Airlines
032-744-3780~6
Xiamen Airlines
Hainan Airlines
China Airlines
032-743-1513~4
Cargolux
032-744-3711 www.cargolux.com
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Philippine Airlines
Culture and Tourism
Airline
Cathay Pacific Airways
Main number Website

02-311-2800

032-744-6777
www.cathaypacific.com/kr 02-3707-0114 www.thaiair.co.kr 032-744-3737 www.thy.com/ko-KR 032-744-6100 www.fedex.com/kr 032-744-4215 www.polaraircargo.com 02-774-3581 www.philippineair.co.kr 02-3663-0174 www.amerijet.com 02-3708-8571~3 032-744-3370~2 032-744-3720~3 032-744-3571,2
Thai Airways
Turkish Airlines
Federal Express
Polar Air Cargo
Amerijet International
Qatar Airways
www.qatarairways.co.kr 02-755-1226 www.singaporeair.com/kr 1588-8000 / 02-2669-8000 www.flyasiana.com 02-551-0321~2 www.aeroflot.ru 032-743-5220 www.atlasair.com 02-2022-8400 032-743-8101 032-744-8672 032-744-2133~5 032-744-6500
Singapore Airlines
Asiana Airlines
Aeroflot Russian Airlines
Atlas Air
Emirates Airline
www.emirates.com/kr/korean
Deluxe First Class Hotels in Seoul

Jung-gu
Westin Chosun Seoul 02-771-0500 Millennium Seoul Hilton 02-753-7788 Seoul Plaza Hotel 02-771-2200 Shilla Hotel 02-2233-3131 Hotel Lotte 02-771-1000
Hotel Riviera 02-541-3111 Novotel Ambassador 02-567-1101 Ramada Seoul Hotel 02-6202-2000 Ellui Hotel 02-514-3535 Hotel Prima 02-6006-9114
Songpa-gu
Lotte Hotel World 02-419-7000
Yongsan-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul 02-797-1234
Deluxe Second Class Hotels in Seoul

Jung-gu
Seoul Royal Hotel 02-756-1112 President Hotel 02-753-3131 Sejong Hotel Seoul 02-773-6000 Sofitel Ambassador Seoul 02-2275-1101 Koreana Hotel 02-2171-7000 Pacific Hotel 02-777-7811
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Gwangjin-gu
Sheraton Grand Walkerhill Seoul 02-455-5000
Seodaemun-gu
Grand Hilton Seoul 02-3216-5656
Gangseo-gu
Mayfield Hotel 02-2660-9000
Yongsan-gu
Hotel Capital 02-792-1122
Seocho-gu
JW Marriott Seoul Hotel 02-6282-6262
Seongbuk-gu
Holiday Inn Seongbuk Seoul 02-929-2000
Gangnam-gu
Imperial Palace Hotel 02-3440-8000 Renaissance Seoul Hotel 02-555-0501 Park Hyatt Seoul 02-2016-1234 Grand Intercontinental Seoul 02-555-5656 COEX Intercontinental Seoul 02-3452-2500 Hotel Ritz-Carlton Seoul 02-3451-8000 Best Western Premier Gangnam 02-6474-2000
Mapo-gu
Seoul Garden Hotel 02-717-9441
Geumcheon-gu
Novotel Ambassador Doksan, Seoul 02-838-1101
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Hotel Lexington 02-6670-7001
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Culture and Tourism
Gangnam-gu (Nonhyeon-dong)
Seoul Palace Hotel 02-3440-8000
Jung-gu
Seoul Museum of Art 02-120 http://seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
Serviced Residences
Han Suites 02-2280-8000 www.hansuites.com [K, E] Oakwood Premier 02-3466-7000 www.oakwoodseoul.com [E] Somerset Palace 02-6730-8888 www.somersetpalaceseoul.com [E] Vabien 02-6399-0078 www.vabienseoul.com [K, E, J]
Yongsan-gu
Samsung Museum of Art Leeum 02-2014-6901 http://leeum.samsungfoundation.or g [K, E] National Museum of Korea 02-2077-9000 www.museum.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
Seongbuk-gu
Gansong Museum of Art 02-762-0442
Seocho-gu
Museum of Korean Traditional Music 02-580-3333 www.kyunginart.co.kr [K, E] National Palace Museum of Korea 02-3701-7500 www.gogung.go.kr [K, E, J, C] Seoul Arts Center 02-580-1300 www.sac.or.kr [K, E]
Museums & Art Galleries

Jongno-gu
National Folk Museum 02-3704-3066 www.nfm.go.kr [K, E, J, C] Gahoe Museum 02-741-0466 www.gahoemuseum.org [K, E] Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art Ltd. 02-733-4448 www.kyunginart.co.kr [K]
Gangnam-gu
Kimchi Field Museum 02-6002-6456 www.kimchimuseum.co.kr [K, E, J]
Songpa-gu
Lotte World Folk Museum 02-411-2000 www.lotteworld.com/family_museu m/main.asp[K]
Dobong-gu
Seoul Open Theater Changdong 02-994-1465 www.sotc.or.kr [K, E]
Seocho-gu Yongin-si
Ho-Am Art Museum 031-320-1801 http://hoam.samsungfoundation.org [K, E] National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts 02-580-3333 www.ncktpa.go.kr [K, E] Nanta (Gangbuk, Gangnam) 02-736-8288 http://nanta.i-pmc.co.kr [K, E, J, C] Seoul Arts Center 02-580-1300 www.sac.or.kr [K, E]
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Gwacheon
Korea National Museum of Contemporary Art 02-2188-6000 www.moca.go.kr [K, E, J, C]
Live Performance Theaters

Jongno-gu
Dongsoong Art Center 02-766-3390 www.dsartcenter.co.kr [K, E] Sejong Center for the Performing Arts 02-399-1111 www.sejongpac.or.kr [K, E]
Movies
Jongno-gu
Seoul Cinema 02-2277-3014 www.seoulcinema.com [K] Primus Piccadilly Theater 02-3676-7142, 7942 www.thepicca.co.kr [K]
Jung-gu
National Theater of Korea 02-2280-4114 www.ntok.go.kr [K, E] Myeongdong-Chongdong Theater 02-751-1500 www.mct.or.kr [K, E, J, C]
Jung-gu
CGV Myeongdong 1544-1122 MMC 02-2268-0262 (1577-1015) www.immc.co.kr /about/seoul.asp [K]
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Culture and Tourism
Daehan Cinema 02-3393-3500 www.daehancinema.com [K] Cinema Jeong-dong 02-2004-8000 www.cinemajd.com [K]
SBS
02-2061-0006 / 02-2640-3000 www.sbs.co.kr [K, E, J, C]
YTN
02-398-8000 www.ytn.co.kr [K]
Gangseo-gu
CGV Gimpo Airport 1544-1122
Gangnam-gu
COEX Megabox 1544-0600 www.megabox.co.kr [K] Cine City 1644-0757 www.icinecity.co.kr [K] Broadway 1544-9150 www.bc5.co.kr [K]
Newspaper publishing companies

Chosun Ilbo
02-724-5114 www.chosun.com [K, E, J, C]
Donga Ilbo
02-2020-0114 www.donga.com [K]
Hankyoreh
1566-9595 www.hani.co.kr [K]
JoongAng Daily
Media Broadcasting Station

KBS
02-781-1000 www.kbs.co.kr [K, E, J, C]
1577-0510 http://joongangdaily.joins.com [E]
Kyunghyang
02-3701-1114 www.khan.co.kr [K]
Munhwa Ilbo
02-3701-5114 www.munhwa.com [K]
MBC
02-789-0011 / 02-780-0011 www.imbc.com [K]
Kukmin Ilbo (Kukinews)

02-781-9114 www.kukinews.com [K]
Designated Global Licensed Real Estate Agencies

Agency Jung-ang Licensed Real Estate Agency Hyundai Licensed Real Estate Agency Jinsol Licensed Real Estate Agency Areum Licensed Real Estate Agency Gukje Licensed Real Estate Agency Hyundai Licensed Real Estate Agency Ubiquitous Licensed Real Estate Agency Star Ville Licensed Real Estate Agency Samsung Licensed Real Estate Agency Onnuri Licensed Real Estate Agency Hana Licensed Real Estate Agency Eden Licensed Real Estate Agency Genie Licensed Real Estate Agency Asian Tigers Licensed Real Estate Agency Ian Licensed Real Estate Agency Dongwon Licensed Real Estate Agency Gukil Licensed Real Estate Agency Peace Pyeonghwa Licensed Real Estate Agency Landmark Licensed Real Estate Agency Yeonse Licensed Real Estate Agency Representative Tel.(Fax) Sin Chang-su 82-2-734-1557(82-2-734-1557) Lee Dong-won 82-2-763-8833(82-2-763-8838) Kim Hyeong-gi 82-2-738-4984(82-2-738-4983) Address 16, Okin-gil (153-1, Okin-dong), Jongno-gu 1F, 561-2, Changsin-dong, Jongnojgu 147-9, Tongeui-dong, Jongno-gu Language E E E E E J J E E E J E E E E
Gu Jang-yeol 82-2-2233-4800(82-2-2282-1147 348-43 (Yaksu-gil 7), Sindang-dong, Jung-gu Gu Yeong-ju 82-2-2233-2525(82-2-2233-2503 347-355, Sindang-dong Jung-gu 104-ho, 1F, Namsan Town-(Aa)sanga 4(Sa)-dong, Sindang-dong, Jung-gu
Han Jeong-won 82-2-2256-9988(82-2-2257-7007
Kim Seon-suk 82-2-2256-0142(82-2-2256-0143) B-1, President Bldg. 373-114, Sindang-dong, Jung-gu Kim In-cheol Jang Yeong 82-2-798-8990(82-2-798-4560) 82-2-717-3399(82-2-714-6806) 84-1, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 108, River Hill Samsung Apartment Jusangga, 202, Sancheon-dong, Yonsan-gu 301-146, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu 193-4, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu 532, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 278, Hangang-ro (256-2, Hangangno 2(i)-ga), Yongsan-gu 81, Hoenamu-gil (229-5, Itaewon-dong), Yongsan-gu 183-1, Sancheon-dong, Yongsan-gu 396-1, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 105-ho, Samiksangga, 300-301, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu 254-4, Hanggangno 1(il)-ga, Yongsan-gu 312-5, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 106-ho, Samiksangga, 300-301, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu
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Kwon Yeong-pil 82-2-796-4955(82-2-796-4946) Hong Sun-won 82-2-714-5873(82-2-714-5429) Choe Yeong-ho 82-2-793-4774(82-2-793-4776) Jo Jin-hui Jeong Hwan 82-2-749-5959(82-2-749-5633) 82-2-790-1844(82-2-790-7400)
Jeong Sang-ho 82-2-711-0599(82-2-711-5998) Kang Chang-su 82-2-792-1035(82-2-792-1036) Kim Deok-yeong 82-2-798-0123(82-2-749-4920) Park Ye-sun 82-2-792-1006(82-2-792-1033)
E E E E J
Seo Gwan-oo 82-2-797-4555(82-2-797-4556) Ban Hyeong-seok 82-2-798-3223(82-2-798-3226)
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Agency Representative Tel.(Fax) Alps Licensed Hong Sun-wook 82-2-774-1588(82-2-752-1588) Real Estate Agency Viva Consulting Licensed Park Eun-woo 82-2-792-5500(82-2-793-5363) Real Estate Agency LA Licensed Park Gyeong-bae 82-2-790-3555(82-2-790-5143) Real Estate Agency Nice Rent Licensed Park Su-min 82-2-793-8866(82-2-793-8849) Real Estate Agency Hanshin Licensed Mun Hyeong-won 82-2-798-9966(82-2-797-9935) Real Estate Agency A&A Licensed An Hui-jin 82-2-794-1133(82-2-79-8-0201) Real Estate Agency Giwoo Licensed Lim Seon-jeong 82-2-797-8814(82-2-749-1549) Real Estate Agency Green Licensed Kim Myeong-su 82-2-749-9500(82-2-717-1636) Real Estate Agency Jun Licensed Lee Jun-cheol 82-2-719-8289(82-2-718-1514) Real Estate Agency Hilltop Licensed Choe Hyeon-jun 82-2-795-4999(82-2-795-4992) Real Estate Agency New Town Licensed Jeong Don-hui 82-2-797-8200(82-2-797-8208) Real Estate Agency Summit Licensed Yu Dong-suk 82-2-765-6820(82-2-765-6821) Real Estate Agency Seoul Budongsan net Choe Yeon-sik 82-2-796-7114(82-2-798-0894) Licensed Real Estate Agency Hansol Licensed Lee Yu-sang 82-2-798-6262(82-2-790-8882) Real Estate Agency Orient Licensed Yu Nan-hui 82-2-796-4400(82-2-792-3319) Real Estate Agency New Town Licensed Kim In-sun 82-2-703-7888(82-2-703-7891) Real Estate Agency C&G Licensed Jeong Jae-hweon 82-2-795-9043(82-2-790-9105) Real Estate Agency Prime Licensed Jeong Ju-hui 82-2-796-0023(82-2-796-0024) Real Estate Agency Ire Budongsan Consulting Jang Mi-ra 82-2-798-9888(82-2-798-9895) Licensed Real Estate Agency Yongsan Licensed Song Myeong-gu 82-2-792-7111(82-2-792-7021) Real Estate Agency
Address 251-16, Huam-dong, Yongsan-gu 1-ho, 1F, 653-103, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 1F, 529, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 903-ho, Hyundai Hyel, 261-3, Hyochanggongwon-gil (2-36, Hangangno 2(i)-ga), Yongsan-gu 1, Aengdunamu-gil (561, Itaewon-dong), Yongsan-gu 1009-ho, Hannam Bldg., 739-37, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 708-ho, Hannam Bldg., 737-37, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 24-4, Cheongpa-dong 3(sam)-ga, Yongsan-gu 1F, 35, Seogye 6(yuk)-gil (27-1, Seogye-dong), Yongsan-gu 2F, 274-13, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 1F, 131-24, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu D-1114-ho, Yongsan Park Xi, 220, Hangangno 1(il)-ga (50-1, Hangangno 1(il)-ga), Yongsan-gu 3F, Woojin Bldg.,18-5, Hangangno 1(il)-ga, Yongsan-gu 105-ho, Daeyeongsangga, 301-152, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu 234-6, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 16, Mallisijang-gil (267-39, Seogye-dong), Yongsan-gu 552, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 1F, 57-38, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 231-19, Bogwang-dong, Yongsan-gu 5-1612, Yongsan-dong 2(i)-ga, Yongsan-gu
Language E E E E E E E E J, C E E E E E E E E E E E
Agency Representative Tel.(Fax) Gukje Licensed Lee Yongg-yun 82-2-794-8844(82-2-749-8892) Real Estate Agency Dreamland Housing Kang Sin-yeong 82-2-794-0811(82-2-794-9876) Licensed Real Estate Agency World Licensed Kim Jae-woo 82-2-797-0330(82-2-794-2181) Real Estate Agency Limco Licensed Yu, Yeonghwa 82-2-749-9959(82-2-749-7959) Real Estate Agency UN Licensed Jang Mun-hui 82-2-792-2558(82-2-793-0741) Real Estate Agency Green Budongsan Consulting Jeong Seung-seop 82-2-749-8070(82-2-749-8060) Licensed Real Estate Agency High Rent Consulting Ahn Yeong-bok 82-2-797-7277(82-2-795-7077) Licensed Real Estate Agency Gangsan Budongsan Yu Tae-sik 82-2-446-0092(82-2-453-3646) Licensed Real Estate Agency LBA Leaders Licensed Jang Seong-wook 82-2-456-4989(82-2-456-4997) Real Estate Agency Sobaek Licensed Choe Gyo-hwan 82-2-432-8949(82-2-469-3300) Real Estate Agency Janghanpyeong Licensed Wi Tae-yun 82-2-2249-0088(82-2-2247-0211) Real Estate Agency Woori Licensed Kim Jeong-ja 82-2-433-8338(82-2-433-0821) Real Estate Agency Geumgang Licensed Yeom Heung-seop 82-2-977-5775(82-2-972-5776) Real Estate Agency Orient Licensed Choe Won-hyo 82-3672-4400(82-2-3672-4426) Real Estate Agency Prime Licensed Park Gyu-seo 82-2-983-4589(82-2-983-4578) Real Estate Agency Hangbokhan Licensed Kim Chang-hui 82-2-982-1100(82-2-987-0880) Real Estate Agency Susan Licensed Lee Sun-seop 82-2-906-9911(82-2-906-2704) Real Estate Agency Joeun Licensed Lee Gyeong-suk 82-2-990-0708(82-2-990-0711) Real Estate Agency Dulimaeul Licensed Cha Bo-geun 82-2-990-9055(82-2-900-9011) Real Estate Agency Hyundai Licensed Yang Yeong-dong 82-2-354-5533(82-2-354-5575) Real Estate Agency
Address 103-ho, 1F, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 226-1, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 229-17, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu 201-ho, Hanseong Bldg., 28-11, Yongsan-gu 1F, 28-12, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 2F, 36-1, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu 101, Pungwonsangga 302-68, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu 200-1, Gueui-dong, Gwangjin-gu 160-14, Bangi-dong, Songpa-gu 248-1, Junggok-dong, Gwangjin-gu 1F, Yeonglim Bldg., 433-11, Jangan-dong, Dongdaemun-gu 221-7, Sangbong 1(il)-dong, Jungnang-gu 244-143, Muk 2(i)-dong, Jungnang-gu 1F, 321, Seongbuk-dong, Seongbuk-gu 481-24, Gireum 3(sam)-dong, Seongbuk-gu 1F, 46, Solsaem-gil (707-4, Mia 8(pal)-dong), Gangbuk-gu 102-ho, Susan-Triple Apt.-sangga, 817, Chang 2(i)-dong (75, Changnimsaessak-gil), Dobong-gu 102-ho, 263-33, Chang 5(o)-dong, Dobong-gu 1F, 286-5, Ssangmun 1(il)-dong (28, Ggotdongne-gil), Dobong-gu 17-4, Yeokchon-dong, Eunpyeong-gu
Language E E E E E E E E E E E J E E E
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Agency Yeseong Licensed Real Estate Agency Eunpyeong Licensed Real Estate Agency LBA Munchangho Budongsan Licensed Real Estate Agency Jiwoo Licensed Real Estate Agency Shinhwa Licensed Real Estate Agency Yale Licensed Real Estate Agency Budongsan Tuja Club Licensed Real Estate Agency Hyundai Hometown Licensed Real Estate Agency Mapo Licensed Real Estate Agency Woori Consulting Licensed Real Estate Agency New Seoul Licensed Real Estate Agency LBA Seoul Licensed Real Estate Agency Hyundai I Licensed Real Estate Agency LBA Ilsong Licensed Real Estate Agency City Licensed Real Estate Agency Cheongho Licensed Real Estate Agency Hometown Licensed Real Estate Agency Star Fox Budongsan Junggae Co. Ltd Richensia Licensed Real Estate Agency Samsung Licensed Real Estate Agency
Representative Tel.(Fax) Lee Jong-bae 82-2-383-2459(82-2-383-2480) Jeong Da-un 82-2-353-1123(82-2-353-1143)
Address 21-62, Gusan-dong Eunpyeong-gu 101-ho, 28-68, Yeokchon-dong, Eunpyeong-gu 12, Sinchonyeok-gil (101-6, Daehyeon-dong, Seodaemun-gu 422-ho, Chungjeong Lision, 116, Seosomun-ro (465, Chungjeongno 3(sam)-ga), Seodaemun-gu 180-8, Donggyo-dong Mapo-gu B-03-ho Paradisetel, 159-6, Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu 118-6, Daeheung-dong, Mapo-gu 02-ho, Hyeonseok Bldg. 93-1, Hyeonseok-dong, Mapo-gu 255-16, Gongdeok-dong, Mapo-gu
Language E E E J E E J E J J E E E E E E E E / Chinese /Russian E E
Mun Chan-ho 82-2-392-4040(82-2-393-0804) Song Wan-hui 82-2-6414-8540(82-2-6414-8400) Kang Ae-ri 82-2-338-1550(82-2-322-0576)
Jang Deuk-geol 82-2-3141-1233(82-2-3141-1546) Lim Gyeong-chae 82-2-716-5100(82-2-713-5456) Yu Gyeong-min 82-0707-4999-0021 (82-0303-0001-0072)
Choe Hyang-suk 82-2-717-4100(82-2-717-0144 O Yeong-ok Lee Hak-no 82-2-2654-5959(82-2-2654-5952)
125-ho, 1F, Shinhan e-Morgen, 860, Mok-dong, Yangcheon-gu 204-ho, B-sangga, Mokdong Apt. Complex 7, 925, 82-2-2651-2244(82-2-2651-9966) Mok-dong, Yangcheon-gu
Lee Seong-mu 82-2-2691-1700(82-2-2692-1113 1006-1, Hwagok 3(sam)-dong, Gangseo-gu Kim Sang-hyeon 82-2-2695-4998(82-2-2696-7611) 1029-42, Hwagok-dong, Gangseo-gu Park Deok-myeong 82-2-2601-5660(82-2-2606-2282) 105-64, Hwagok-dong (175, Ggachisan-gil), Gangseo-gu Han Yeong-jun 82-2-860-5656(82-2-860-5657) Park Nae-yeol 82-2-808-8920(82-2-808-8970) Song Gyu-sang 82-2-2631-0003(82-2-2631-0048) 125-ho, Sindorim Posvill, 26, Guro 5(o)-dong, Guro-gu 917-36, Siheung-dong, Geumcheon-gu 104-ho, Hyundai Apt. Sangga, 164, Dangsan-dong 2(i)-ga, Yeongdeungpo-gu eongdeungpo-gu
Woo Yun-seong 82-2-6337-1000(82-2-783-0086) 15F, 35-4, Yeouido-dong, Eom Ok-su 82-2-784-5655(82-2-784-5756)
203-ho, Kumho Richensia A-dong, 61, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu 263-11, Noryangjn-dong, Dongjak-gu
Kang Ji-yeong 82-2-814-5848(82-2-824-5114)
Agency LBA Seoul Licensed Real Estate Agency Hana Budongsan Licensed Real Estate Agency Eoullim Budongsan Licensed Real Estate Agency Banpo 114 Licensed Real Estate Agency Hanbo Licensed Real Estate Agency Posco Licensed Real Estate Agency Nambuk Licensed Real Estate Agency Sinsegye Licensed Real Estate Agency Mirae Licensed Real Estate Agency Cheongdam Xi Licensed Real Estate Agency Seonneungyeok Licensed Real Estate Agency Bant Licensed Real Estate Agency Hanguk Licensed Real Estate Agency NewYork Licensed Real Estate Agency Rexletop Licensed Real Estate Agency Taeyeong Licensed Real Estate Agency Sambo Licensed Real Estate Agency Daejong Licensed Real Estate Agency Best Licensed Real Estate Agency Samil Licensed Real Estate Agency
Representative Tel.(Fax) Bae Jong-deok 82-2-888-6880(82-2-888-7880) Lee, Jinok 82-2-889-7003(82-2-888-6714)
Address 103-ho, Donga Town 21, 7-312, Bongcheon-dong, Gwanak-gu 105-ho, Daewoo Apt. Sangga, Bongcheon-dong, Gwanak-gu 1066-3, Namhyeon-dong Gwanak-gu 14-ho, M-dong, 47, Sinbanpo-ro (three lots in addition to 938, Banpo-dong) , Seocho-gu 3-3-ho, 1F, Banpo Mido Sangga, 60-4 (12, Maronie 2(i)-gil) Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu 102-ho, 1444-21, Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu 1F, 321-2, Yangjae-dong, Seocho-gu
Language E E J E E E E E E E, J E, J E E, C E E
Lee Yeong-jun 82-2-588-7282(82-2-588-7289) Lee Dong-ha 82-2-595-5982(82-2-595-5909) Park Il-kwon 82-2-532-7050(82-2-536-8524)
Bae Jeong-su 82-2-525-0024(82-2-587-5911) Lee O-seong 82-2-577-9498(82-2-577-9407)
Kim In-hyeok 82-2-545-8844(82-2-3444-5400) 105-ho, 1F, Hyundai Sangga, 426, Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu Sin Chan-yoeng 82-2-517-8282(82-2-517-3720) Choe Gyeong-ho 82-2-511-6644(82-2-540-1335) Seong Tae-jung 82-2-558-8949(82-2-553-6799) Jo Jun-hui 82-2-575-1006(82-2-575-3988) 102-ho, Jugu Center, 60, Nonhyeonno-dong 1(il)-gil (455, Apgujeong-dong), Gangnam-gu 132-8, Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu 101-ho, Poonglim i-want, 890-54, Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu B110-ho, Woosung Livingtel, 467-10, Dogok-dong, Gangnam-gu 309-ho, Woosung Character Vill, 467-18, Dogok-dong, Gangnam-gu 106-ho, A-dong, Academy Suite, 467-7, Dogok-dong, Gangnam-gu 137-ho, Dogok Rexle-Sangga, 527-3, Dogok-dong, Gangnam-gu 170, Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu
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Lee Hui-seon 82-2-578-0508(82-2-578-0589) Park In-sun 82-2-529-2089(82-2-529-8207)
Mun Jong-gyu 82-2-576-5765(82-2-576-5796) Du Jang-hwan 82-2-541-4008(82-2-541-4481)
E E E, J E E
Lee Gwang-deok 82-2-3445-9857(82-2-540-7170) 108, Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu 8-ho, B1, Dajong Bldg., 143-48, Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu 806-ho, LG Twintel 2, 469, Samseong-ro Hwang Chang-yong 82-2-2191-6694(82-2-2191-6695) (157-3, Samseong-dong), Gangnam-gu Lee Won-gi 82-2-565-8800(82-2-565-0505) Kim Dae-gon 82-2-543-5885(82-2-514-5833) 26-15, Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu
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Accommodation
Agency LBA Teukjip Licensed Real Estate Agency LBA New Star Baksangwon Licensed Real Estate Agency Bexel Licensed Real Estate Agency Office Seoul Licensed Real Estate Agency Namil Licensed Real Estate Agency Global Property Co., Ltd. Jeonyeongseok Licensed Real Estate Agency Onnuri Licensed Real Estate Agency Daeheung Licensed Real Estate Agency Excellent Consulting Licensed Real Estate Agency Geoyeo Licensed Real Estate Agency Hanmaru Licensed Real Estate Agency Pureun Licensed Real Estate Agency Core Licensed Real Estate Agency Corea Licensed Real Estate Agency Leejikseon Licensed Real Estate Agency Samsung Real Estate Agency
Representative Tel.(Fax) Bae Jong-ju 82-2-543-9036(82-2-543-9038)
Address 12-ho & 13-ho, 1F, 4-4, Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu 107-ho, Chunggusangga, 78-4, Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu 305-ho, Sangnok Plaza, 701, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu B106-ho, 823, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu 703-8, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu 1212-ho, Samheung Officetel, 705-9, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu 126-ho, Ssangyong Platinum Value Sangga, 826-37, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu 317-ho, 690-3, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu 200-73, Macheon-dong, Songpa-gu 121-ho, 1(il)-dong, 40, Jamsil-dong, Songpa-gu 554, Geoyeo-dong, Songpa-gu 101-ho, Sangga, 319, Macheo-dong, Songpagu 103-ho, Sangga da-dong, 479, Garak-dong, Songpa-gu 116-ho, Daerim (Aa) Sangga, Ogeum-dong, Songpa-gu 1F, 51-7, Munjeong-dong, Songpa-gu 148-7, Dunchon-dong, Gangdong-gu B1, 534-2, Seongnae-dong (20, Dongsim 2(i)-gil), Gangdong-gu
Language J E J E E E E E J E J E E E, J E E J
Park Sang-won 82-2-541-8866(82-2-541-4012) Lee Seong-hun 82-2-560-2780(82-2-560-2783) Baek Chang-sik 82-2-508-2860(82-2-508-5058) Song Tae-cheol 82-2-557-0808(82-2-554-3345) Sim Ik-seop 82-2-568-6886(82-2-568-8448)
Jeon Yeong-seok 82-2-581-3318(82-2-581-3319) Jeong Chun-sang Jo Seong-ju 82-2-558-0601 (82-070-7016-0601) 82-2-406-8836(82-2-406-8837)
Lee Jae-chun 82-2-424-1616(82-2-424-0880) Lee Jeong-hun 82-2-404-9990(82-2-404-9930) Jeong Yeong-jo 82-2-448-2002(82-2-448-5114) Bae Hong-mun 82-2-408-4833(82-2-408-3003) Lee Won-muk 82-400-5949(82-2-401-0707) Song Won-yong 82-2-400-1310(82-2-400-3830) Lee Jik-seon 82-2-470-8946(82-2-472-4455)
Jeong Ho-gab 82-2-486-4005(82-2-483-0021)
House-Moving and Storage Service Companies

Jongno-gu
Good Morning Express : 02-3217-1485 Seongdo Transport : 02-379-9000 Mujigae Express : 02-396-9999 Myeongsung Express : 02-3941-3000
Specialty Cleaning Companies

Good n Clean : 080-801-6688 Smile Clean : 1588-8834 Prochem : 1544-3569
Yongsan-gu
Isa world Itaewon : 02-790-3774 Allied Pickfords : 02-796-5961 Crown Relocation : 02-796-5717
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Seongbuk-gu
Yujin Moving : 080-926-2404 Gory Large Moving Center : 02-6246-4595
Seodaemun-gu
Seonwoo Express : 080-365-0424 Seodaemun Express : 02-3141-2400
Seocho-gu
Hyosung Moving : 1600-2455 Isa Tema Park : 02-573-3651 Asian Tigers Transpack Korea : 02-3489-2500
Gangnam-gu
Gana Pack & Relocate : 080-402-1212 Daehan Express : 02-514-2424
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Libraries
List of Libraries
Library Gaepo Public Library Gangnam Public Library Haengbokan Library Cheongdam Library Jeulgeoun Library Jeongdaun Library Yeoksam Library Daechi Library Nonhyeon Cultural Information Plaza Nonhyeon Library Segok Library Yeolin Library Daechi 1 Jakeun Library Hasang Braille Library Godeok Lifelong Learning Center Gangdong Public Library Haegong Library of Gangdong-gu Seongnae Library of Gangdong gu Myungsung Church Library Hanguk Braille Library Korea Welfare Foundation For the Visually Handicapped Gangbuk Cultural Information Center Gangbuk Youths Cultural Information Center Solsaem Cultural Information Center Gangbuk Information Center Cultural Information Center for Children Gangseo Public Library Pureundeul Youths Library Ggumgguneun Childrens Library Gilggot Childrens Library of Gangseo-gu Gaepo Public Library Telephone No. 02-3462-1988 02-3448-4741~5 02-567-3833 02-540-7042 02-565-7533 02-512-932 02-508-1139 02-565-6666 02-515-1178 02-3443-7650 02-445-0297 02-2104-2328 02-3452-1170 02-451-6000 02-426-2063 02-483-0528 02-478-9656~7 02-440-9140 02-3426-7411~4 02-440-5200 02-945-7575 02-986-9581 02-945-1327~8 02-945-7575 02-3219-7000 02-2691-1630 02-3663-4025~6 02-2663-4764 02-3462-1988 http://www.gangseolib.kr http://lib.gangseo.seoul.kr http://lib.gangseo.seoul.kr http://www.gilkkotlib.seoul.kr http://www.gaepolib.go.kr Integrated Website for Gangbuk-gu Libraries (http://library.gangnam.go.kr) http://onsori.or.kr http://www.godeok.or.kr http://www.gangdonglib.go.kr http://www.gdlibrary.or.kr/hglib http://www.mslib.or.kr http://www.kbll.or.kr http://www.hsb.or.kr Integrated Website for Gangnam-gu Libraries (http://library.gangnam.go.kr) Website http://www.gaepolib.go.kr http://www.gangnamlib.go.kr/
02-471-0044,1071 http://www.gdlibrary.or.kr/snlib
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Library Library of Dongjak-gu(20 in total) Dongjak-gu Library Mapoahyon Public Library Mapo Lifelong Learning Center Seogang Library of Mapo-gu Seodaemun Public Library Leejinah Memorial Library Youths Center of Seocho-gu Seocho Childeren Library Mujigae Library of Seongdong-gu Yongdap Library of Seongdong-gu Library of Seongdong-gu Geumho Library of Seongdong-gu Arirang Digital Public Library Seongbuk Digital Public Library Songpa Public Library Geoma Books & Information Center Inseong Library for the Visually Handicapped Yangcheon Public Library Sinwol Digital Information Library Library of Yangcheon-gu (23 libraries) Yeongdeungpo Learning Center Mullae Library Daerim Information & Culture Library Yongsan Public Library Jeungsan Public Digital Library Eunpyeong-gu Public Library Daejo-dong Dreamtree Childrens Library Seoul Museum of History Culture & Information Center Information Center of Seoul Center for Plays Jongno Public Library Telephone No. 02-362-8786 02-2137-0000 02-3141-7051~3 02-396-3157~9 02-360-8600 02-597-0083 02-3471-1337 02-2286-6025 02-2216-3553 02-2290-4600 02-2282-5437 02-3291-4990~2 02-962-1081~3 02-404-7914~7 02-2011-5799 02-2643-3806~7 02-2065-1260~4 02-2676-8884~5 02-2629-8600 02-828-3700 02-754-3439 02-307-6030~2 02-385-1671~4 02-382-3959 02-724-0231 02-737-1701 http://lib.arirang.go.kr/ http://www.sblib.go.kr http://www.songpalib.or.kr http://www.hotlineworld.net http://www.yclib.or.kr http://lib.yangcheon.go.kr http://lib.yangcheon.go.kr/ http://www.ydpllc.or.kr/ http://www.mllib.or.kr http://www.dllib.or.kr http://www.yongsanlib.go.kr http://www.jsplib.or.kr http://www.eplib.or.kr http://cafe.daum.net/djlibrary http://www.museum.seoul.kr/eng/eh_main.jsp http://www.jongnolib.go.kr http://www.sdlib.or.kr Website Integrated Websites http://lib.dongjak.go.kr/ http://www.mapoahyonbranch.or.kr/ http://www.mapollc.go.kr http://sglib.mapo.go.kr http://eng.sdmlib.go.kr/ http://www.sdmljalib.or.kr http://www.scy.or.kr http://www.seocholib.co.kr http://sdlib.or.kr:60000 02-449-2332/5032 http://www.geomalib.or.kr 02)743-9336, 9350 http://www.e-stc.or.kr
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