Living in Korea brings many modern conveniences. One of the most useful is mobile small-amount payment (소액결제, so-aek gyeol-je) , which allows you to charge online purchases directly to your phone bill. Since late August 2025, however, this convenien…
You've got your visa, a place to live, and your favorite k-pop playlist on repeat. Life in Korea seems great, but there’s one silent factor that can impact almost every aspect of it: your Korean credit score (한국 신용점수) . Unlike in y…
If you've recently bought or rented an electric vehicle (EV) in Korea, congratulations! You're part of a growing movement towards a greener, smarter lifestyle. Korea has one of the fastest-growing EV markets in the world, with new c…
Is It Still Worth Investing in the Korean Market? Living in Korea, you've probably felt the country's energy. It’s a global hub for everything from tech and cars to K-pop and beauty. All this economic power might make you wonder: is it a goo…
Thinking about leaving Korea? Whether you're moving on to a new adventure or heading back home, there’s one crucial task you shouldn’t forget: claiming your National Pension Service (NPS) contribution. Over your time working here, you've lik…
Living in Korea is exciting—but making friends in Korea can be really hard. Even if you’ve figured out housing, transport, and delivery apps, feeling truly connected is another story. Cultural habits, group-based social circles, and language gaps …