Korea can feel very convenient when everything works. Public transport is fast. Mobile payments are common. Hospitals, police stations, district offices, immigration offices, subway systems and public websites are all part of a large service network. But for foreigners in Korea, the difficult moment often begins when something goes wrong. A visa question appears close … Read more
Emergency alerts in Korea can feel surprising for foreign visitors and residents. A loud sound appears on the phone, a Korean message fills the screen, people nearby check it quickly, and then everyone seems to continue with their day. For someone new to Korea, that moment can be confusing. Is it dangerous? Is it about … Read more
Korean address format can confuse foreign residents and visitors because one address may include a city, district, road name, building number, postal code, building name, floor and room number. The address may also appear in Korean, English, road name format or an older land-lot format. A foreign resident may receive a lease contract with Korean … Read more