Living in Korea Guides
Everything you need to know about living in South Korea as a foreigner
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๐ฅ์ํ ํ์Essential Living
Essential services and information you need to live in Korea
Healthcare & InsuranceNEW
Complete guide to Korean healthcare system, insurance, and hospitals
Mobile Phone & PlansNEW
How to get a Korean phone number, SIM cards, and mobile plans
Housing & Rental GuideNEW
Finding apartments, understanding deposits, and rental contracts
Opening a Bank Account
Step-by-step guide to opening your first Korean bank account
Emergency Numbers & Hospitals
112, 119, and where to find English-speaking doctors
๐ผ์ผ๊ณผ ๋ฒ๋ฅ Work & Legal
Employment rights, taxes, and legal procedures
Labor Rights & EmploymentNEW
Your rights as a worker in Korea, contracts, and labor laws
Tax Guide & Year-End SettlementNEW
Korean income tax, year-end tax settlement, and refunds
How to Get Your ARC
Complete step-by-step guide to applying for your Alien Registration Card
Visa Extension GuideNEW
How to extend your Korean visa, required documents, and procedures
๐์ผ์์ํDaily Life
Transportation, food delivery, and everyday conveniences
Delivery Apps Guide
Complete guide to ordering food on Baemin, Coupang Eats, and Yogiyo
Transportation Guide
T-money cards, subway system, buses, and taxis in Korea
International Money Transfer
Send money abroad from Korea: Wise, bank transfers, and remittance services
Shopping GuideNEW
Best shopping areas, department stores, online shopping, and duty-free
Korean Culture & EtiquetteNEW
Understanding Korean customs, manners, bowing, dining etiquette, and social norms
Essential AppsNEW
Must-have smartphone apps: KakaoTalk, Naver Map, Papago, Coupang, and more
Korean Payment SystemsNEW
Complete guide to KakaoPay, Naver Pay, Toss, cards, and mobile payments
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All guides are based on official sources and real experiences from foreigners living in Korea. Information is verified as of November 2025. Always double-check with official sources for the most current information.