Protips for Expats
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Setting Up Utilities in Korea: Phone, Internet, and Gas
Discover how the Alien Registration Card (ARC) unlocks everything and compare Korea’s hyper-efficient systems with Western infrastructure to thrive from day one. Arriving in a new country like South Korea…
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Korea’s Daycare and Kindergarten: Protips for Expat Moms
Don’t stress over Korean childcare! This guide provides expat moms with essential, up-to-date tips on the difference between Eorinijip and Yuchiwon, the competitive application process, and how to access local government…
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Work In Korea: Job Portals, Resume Tips, and Visa Sponsorship
Finding a job in Korea requires more than just applying online. To succeed in a screening-heavy market with a sub-30% acceptance rate, you need a strategy that addresses NCS-based job-fit and…
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Attending a Korean Wedding: Modern Efficiency Meets Tradition
The two most critical rules for Korean wedding guests are: never wear white (reserved for the bride) and give cash in a white envelope (50,000 KRW minimum for acquaintances). You might want…
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Must-Buys When Visiting Korea: What to Buy and Where to Find
The three absolute must-buys in Korea are K-Beauty Sheet Masks (best deals at Olive Young), Honey Butter Almonds (in bulk at Lotte Mart), and High-Quality Stationery from a Daiso that follows the…
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The Best Routes to Learning Korean: Protips for Expats
Achieving real Korean fluency as an expat requires balancing structured formal study (a university program or private language academy “hagwon”) with deep, daily digital immersion using Naver Dictionary and essential local apps.…
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Your Complete Guide to Korean Banking
Korean banking in 2026 is faster than ever. The biggest change is the expansion of digital-first, multi-language services from banks like Shinhan and Woori, and a major relaxation of the annual international…
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Buying a Car in Korea: The Essential Guide
Ready to hit the Korean roads? Getting a car in Korea is entirely possible for expats! This guide breaks down the requirements, compares new vs. used options, and walks you through…
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5 Things Foreigners Find Most Surprising About Korea
Is Korea really a hyper-modern, 24/7 society fueled by tradition and caffeine? Stepping off the plane in Seoul can feel like walking onto a sci-fi movie set, only to realize that…
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Best 6 Cities for a One-Month Stay in South Korea
Planning a one-month stay in South Korea offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself deeply in local culture, establish a working routine, and travel extensively. While Seoul is the default for…
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- Attending a Korean Wedding: Modern Efficiency Meets Tradition
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