Life in Korea
  • General Information
  • Culture & Etiquette
  • Daily Life
  • Korean Language
    • Introduction to Korean
    • Daily Phrases
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Banking

Banks in Korea are open from 9 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday.

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Driver's License

To drive a car in Korea, people need a driver's license or an international ...

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Medical Services

When you go to the hospital, be sure to take your insurance card with you.

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National Holidays

Korea uses both the lunar and solar calendars, even though Most Korean ...

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Public baths and toilets

In addition to private showers, public baths are available at a low cost of ...

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Recycling

Recyclable goods are divided into: paper, glass, cans and plastic.

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Communication Systems

Korea has very advanced communication systems and Internet facilities.

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Housing

the floors in most residential housing are also heated through the use ...

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Money

The currency in Korea is the won. Korean bank notes are issued in four ...

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Postal Services

To send mail, visit a post office or put your mail in a red street mailbox.

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Public Transportation

Korea's public transportation system is very extensive and cheap, accessing ...

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