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Gyeonggi
Province
International Trade Division
Gyeonggi Provincial
Government
1 Maesan-ro 3-ga, Paldal-gu, Suwon City,
Gyeonggi Province 441-701, Republic of Korea
Tel : +82-(0)31- 249-2185, Fax : +82-(0)31- 2492179
www.gyeonggi.go.kr
Gyeonggi
Province
Republic of
General
History
Terrain & Climate
Culture
People & Customs
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Gyeonggi
The Heart of Korea
Terrain & Climate
Ancient Center
Visa
Single Entry Visa
Multiple Entry Visa
Certificate for Confirmation of Visa
Issuance
Alien
Registration Who
should register When
to register Documents
to prepare
Modification
Where to register
Duty to Carry and Present
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Fingerprinting
Changing Status of Sojourn
Extending Sojourn Period
Changing Address in Korea
Permission for Reentry
Immigration Offices and Branch
Offices
19 International Marriage
and Naturalization
19 Marriage Registration
20 Naturalization
20 Citizenship of
20 Children Reporting a
birth
Housing
Types of residence
Entering into a
lease Medical
Care
Medical Centers for Foreigners
Public Medical
Centers Hospital
Listings Oriental
Hospital Health
Insurance
Education
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Salon and
32 Beauty
Barber Shop
Public Safety
Services in Gyeonggi
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Transportation
Airport
Bus
Intercity Bus & Express
Bus Subway
KTX (Gwangmyeong
Station) Taxi
Car Rentals
Driver's License
International License
Holders Foreign License
Holders
Third Country License Holders (A
person that has been issued a
driver's license from a third
39 country)
Getting a Korean Driver's License
39 (first time drivers)
Banking
How to Use
Opening an Account
Money Exchange
ATM
Use of Bank Cards
Overseas Remittance of
Foreign Currency
48 Overseas Remittance of
the Korean Won
49 Available Banks
49 Foreign Banks in Gyeonggi
49 Province Currencies of Korea
50 Taxes
50 National Taxes
51 Regional Taxes of Gyeonggi
Province
52 Life as a
52 Consumer Prices of
52 Goods Exchanges and
52 Refunds
Consumer Consultation
53 and Conciliation
53 Shopping
54 Traditional Markets
62 Golf Courses
62 Museums
62 National Museum of
Contemporary Art, Korea
62 Gyeonggi Provincial Museum
62 Moka Buddhist Museum
63 Latin American Cultural Center
& Museum
63 Accommodations
64 Restaurants with
Long
64 Histories
Gobaksajip Naengmyeon (Dr.
Go's Cold Buckwheat Noodles) in
64 Pyeongtaek
64 Songwolgwan in
Dongducheon Halmeonijip
65 (Grandmother's
65 House) in Osan
65 Mabangjip in Hanam
65 Baekjejang in Gwangju
Anirok in Anseong
Appendice
Useful Information
72 Phone Numbers for Reporting and 74 Government Organizations
Useful Information
74 Local Governments in Gyeonggi
72 Useful Internet Sites
Province
72 International Organizations
76 Subway Linemap
72 Foreign Embassies in
Korea
Introduction
to Korea and
Gyeonggi Province
Gyeonggi Province
Republic of Korea
General
The
Republic
of South
Korea Korea
(SouthisKorea)
is located
the eastern
edge of the Asian
continent.
The
total
area of
99,538
and its on
population
is approximately
50 million.
The
capital
of South Korea is Seoul. Neighbors include China to the west separated by the Yellow Sea,
and Japan to the east and south just across the South Sea. To the north lies North Korea and
just beyond the boundaries of the Amnok and Duman Rivers in North Korea are China and
Russia.
History
The first nation to be established on the Korean peninsula was Gojoseon founded by Dangun
in 2333 B.C. Gojoseon was the first of many tribal nations to rise and fall on the Korean
peninsula until the ancient kingdoms of Goguryeo, Silla, and Baekje were founded. In 688,
the divided country was unified by the Silla kingdom. After the era of a unified Silla
kingdom, Korea experienced the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties which contributed greatly to the
shape it has today.
Korea is proud of its long history and tradition from ancient times to the present. In the process
of
developing the nation, Korea faced hardships such as the Japanese Colonial Period and the
Korean War, but each time it was able to persevere with the strong spirit of the people. In
the 1960s, South Korea achieved unprecedented economic growth, and in 1988 it hosted the
24th Summer Olympic Games in Seoul. Afterwards in 1996, the Republic of Korea became a
member of the OECD, and in 2002 the nation co-hosted the 2002 FIFA World Cup with Japan.
Also, Koreans use a unique alphabet called "Hangul," which was created by King Sejong the
Great in 1443.
People
Customs
&
Koreans are basically diligent and polite. Having good manners is very important to Koreans,
and because of a rich tradition in confucianism, it is quite common to see young people offer
Koreans speak in an honorific tone when addressing an older person, and the younger person
is
obliged to bow to the older person first unless he wants to be regarded as impolite. It is also
bad manners for the younger person to smoke in front of an elder.
Another characteristic of Korean people is that they are full of affection for their fellow
neighbors
and have a strong sense solidarity. The collective cheers of Korean supporters and the "Red
Devils" during the 2002 World Cup are a good example Koreans showing their unity to the
world.
Traditionally, Koreans are a people that enjoy song, dance, and wine. They are accustomed
to
sharing in celebration, so they offer each other drinks, and fill one another's empty glass. An
empty glass should always be filled to the brim and it is against tradition to refill a glass that
is not empty. Also, when pouring a drink or receiving one from an elder, the younger person
should use both hands to be polite.
Culture
Despite rapid industrialization, Korea still embodies much
agricultural tradition and culture, because it was originally
a farming community. Also, the influences of
Confucianism and Buddhism enrich Korea's culture even
today. Korea's filial piety and respect for elders originates
from Confucian teachings and Buddhist elements strongly
remain in Korean culture.
In addition, Korea has many traditional holidays such as
Chuseok (harvest festival), Seol (Lunar New Year),
Jeongwol (First full moon of the year), and Dano (start
of summer, May 5 by lunar calendar). Koreans spend
their traditional holidays with family and share authentic
dishes.
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Gyeonggi Province
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Gyeonggi Province
The Heart of Korea
The
population
of Gyeonggi
ProvinceThe
as total
of thearea
endis of
2003 was
about
10,360,000 which
21.2%
of the nation's
total population.
10,183
which
is approximately
10% is
of
the total land area of South Korea. Furthermore, there are 31 city and county-level
local autonomous governments in Gyeonggi Province.
Gyeonggi Province is the largest local jurisdiction in South Korea already exceeding Seoul
with
an annual population increase of 340,000 for the past five years. In addition, Gyeonggi
Province is located at the center of not only Korea, but the economic sphere of Northeast
Asia as well which strengthens its position as a "Truly Global Gyeonggi Province."
Terrain
Climate
&
Gangwon-do
Gyeonggi-do
Chungcheongbuk-do
Incheon
Seoul
Chungcheongnam-do
Gyeongsangbuk-do
Jeollabuk-do
Ancient
Center
Gyeongsangnam-do
Jeollanam-do
Jeju-do
Located at the center of a divided nation, Gyeonggi Province surrounds the capital of South
Korea, Seoul, and borders with North Korea to the north. Recently, border areas such as
Panmunjeom and Odusan observatory have been converted into locations for national
security education.
Gyeonggi Province also has many historic sites and artifacts among its modern leisure
facilities.
This makes it a splendid tourism destination. In particular, Hwaseong Fortress has been
registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Icheon, Yeoju, and Gwangju are famous
for pottery. These areas can be visited all in one day. In addition, the Korean Folk Village
provides an interesting view of traditional Korean life, and museums such as the
Gyeonggi Provincial Museum and the Mok-A Museum house many historic artifacts.
Gyeonggi Province
Office
Contact : 249-2114
Gyeonggi Province
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Practical
Information for
Foreigners
Visa
Single entry into the country is allowed within the expiration period.
The expiration date is 3 months after the date of issuance. (However, if a separate
agreement
has been concluded, the period specified in the agreement will determine the expiration date
of the visa.)
Certificate
Issuance
for
Confirmation
of
Visa
The Certificate for Confirmation of Visa Issuance allows visas to be issued upon the request
of invitors residing in Korea before visa application at Korean embassies or consulates abroad.
The Korean Immigration Bureau will issue the certificate after reviewing the application form
and required documents. This certificate will then be submitted to the Korean embassy or
Alien Registration
Gyeonggi Province
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When to register
Foreigners who wish to stay in Korea for more than 91
days must register within 90 days of entry into the country.
Foreigners who have been granted a change in the status of
his/her sojourn must register immediately after
receiving notice of status.
Documents to prepare
Alien Registration Form (Available at Immigration Offices or can be downloaded at
the Korean Immigration Bureau website)
Passport or Entry Permit
Three color photographs (34)
Application Fee : 10,000 won
Any additional documents (i.e. school certificate or statement of employment)
Modification
Any registered foreigner who needs to change any information on the Certificate for instance
name, sex, date of birth, nationality, or passport (number, date of issuance, expiration date
etc.) must notify the Immigration Office within 14 days.
Where to register
Applications for Alien Registration shall be made by the applicant at the Immigration Office that
has jurisdiction over his/her place of stay.
Gyeonggi Province
Fingerprinting
Foreigners staying in Korea for a certain amount of
time are required to submit their fingerprints to
authorities at the Immigration Office or local branch
as is the case with Korean nationals. If a foreigner
refuses to submit his/her fingerprints, the Chief
Officer at the Immigration Office or Branch may
cancel any privileges granted to the concerned party
according to Immigration Control Laws such as
extension of sojourn in Korea. The following
foreigners are subject to fingerprinting.
- Any registered foreigner over 20 that wishes to stay in Korea for more than 1 year. In this case, the applicant
(over 20) must submit his/her fingerprints within 60 days upon receiving permission to stay in Korea for more
than 1 year.
- Any foreigner who is in detention must submit their fingerprints when the Detention Order is issued.
- Any foreigner who has received deportation orders is required to submit their fingerprints when the
deportation order is issued.
- Any unidentified foreigner who is under investigation for violating Immigration Control Laws must submit their
fingerprints during investigations.
Changing
Sojourn
Status
of
Any foreigner residing in Korea who wishes to change his current Status of Sojourn must
submit an application for Change of Status of Sojourn. The application must be submitted in
person or by proxy at the Immigration Office that has jurisdiction over the applicant's address.
Required Documents : Passport, Certificate of Alien Registration, Application form for Change of Status
of
Extending
Period
Sojourn
Any foreigner who wishes to extend his/her sojourn period must submit an application form
granting extension of sojourn period from 30 days up until the date of visa expiration. The
application must be submitted in person or by proxy at the Immigration Office that has
jurisdiction over the applicant's address.
Required Documents : Passport, Certificate of Alien Registration, Application form for Extension of
Sojourn
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offices within 14 days. A change of address must be reported even if the new address is in
the
same city, county, or district as the previous address. Passport and Certificate of Alien
Registration are required to file a report.
Permission
Reentry
for
Any foreigner residing in Korea who wishes to temporarily leave the country and return
within his legal sojourn period must receive permission for reentry before leaving the country.
However, nationals of countries that have concluded reentry permit waiver agreements are
excluded from this requirement.
Required Documents : Passport, Certificate of Alien Registration, Application form for Permission for
Reentry, application fee (single reentry permit 30,000 won, multiple reentry permit
50,000 won), documents to verify diplomat (A-1) or waiver agreement holder (A-3)
status or recommendation or written consent of employer in the case of
Immigration
Offices
Offices
and
Branch
Listed below are the Immigration Offices or Branch Offices that have jurisdiction over
Gyeonggi areas or are located in Gyeonggi Province. However, please note that the
Incheon Airport Immigration Office, Osan Branch Office, and Pyeongtaek Branch Office do
032) 740-701330
02) 2664-6202
Further Information
Korean Immigration Bureau (www.moj.go.kr/immi/)
Phone : 02)503-7095,6 (General Immigration Affairs
Department), 02)503-7097 (Entry Inspection
Department),
02)503-7101 (Sojourn Inspection
Department), 02)503-7103,4 (Exit Control
Department)
278-3311
683-6937
666-2677
876-55612
Location 7th Fl., West Wing, Seoyeong Bldg., 493-4, Uijeongbu 2-dong, Uijeongbu
Jurisdiction Uijeongbu, Dongducheon, Guri, Goyang, Namyangju, Paju, Yangju, Yeoncheon, Pocheon, and
Gapyeong
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Marriage Registration
In Korea, marriages must be registered by submitting documented proof of marriage.
Marriage documents must include the signatures (or seals) of two witnesses and must be
submitted to the city, county, or district office of the place of register or home address of the
Korean spouse.
Required Documents for reporting a marriage : Unmarried Person Certificate, 2 copies of the
Korean
spouse's family register, 2 copies of the marriage certificate, the names and signatures of 2 witnesses, the
Living in Gyeonggi Province
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Naturalization
Marriage with a Korean national does not automatically guarantee Korean citizenship. In order
to acquire Korean citizenship, foreign nationals must receive a separate permission
for naturalization from the Minister of Justice.
Conditions for naturalization: Foreigners who have lived in Korea for more than 2 years
continuously with a Korean spouse are eligible to apply for naturalization. If a foreign
national has been married to a Korean spouse for more than 3 years, he/she may
apply for naturalization by living in Korea as a married couple for more than 1 year.
Naturalization process: Any foreigner who wishes to acquire permission for naturalization
must submit an application to the Minister of Justice. Applicants will be subject to
qualification tests in the fields Korean language competency and Korean customs. If
determined to be equipped with basic knowledge and understanding of Korea, the applicant
will be approved for naturalization.
Citizenship
Children
of
Reporting
birth
Reporting a birth is the same for international marriage couples as is the case with Korean
nationals. The father or mother of the child must report the birth to the Dong office within 1
month.
Required documents : Birth Report (form provided at the Dong office), certificate of birth, and father's
Information
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Gyeonggi Province
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Housing
Types
residence
3
of
Korea has many types of residences such as individual houses, villas, tenement houses, and
apartments. Most housing complexes in Korea do not come furnished, and damages to
Apartment
Apartments have become the most
common type of housing in Korea
because it efficiently utilizes the
country's limited land space. The whole
complex (including playground and park)
is shared and
jointlyfor individual flats.
managed by occupants
except
Apartments are usually bought by occupants, but Jeonse
(long-term rent) is possible and there are apartments for
rent as well.
Individual house
This is a house built on selected land for
a
single family. Each house has its own
private gate and garden. Many foreign
workers
in Korea
choose
to rent
a house
and live together.
The house
owner
receives
a security
deposit and monthly rent from tenants.
Villa
This is a type of common housing where many individual living quarters exist
in
a single building. Each living quarter has its own bedroom, kitchen, and
bathroom, and separate heating as well. Tenants can pay in the form of
monthly rent or Jeonse (long-term rent).
Tenement
house
This type of housing is similar to
individual house in that it is built on
private property, but the purpose is to
create a tenancy. These houses cannot
have more then 4 stories and at least
one tenements within the complex will
side of individual
meet
another tenement. In a strict sense, it is different from
apartments in that each household has its own private
yard. Tenants can pay in the form of monthly rent or
Jeonse (long-term rent).
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Gyeonggi Province
Entering
lease
into
Jeonse (Long-Term
Rent)
This is a type of housing agreement where the tenant pays a Jeonse deposit in advance to
cover
the rent during the lease period. The Jeonse period is two years by law, but in many cases
the contracting parties choose to rent only one year. The tenant gets back his/her Jeonse despoit
when the lease expires.
Monthly Rent
This is a payment system where tenants lay down a security deposit at the beginning of the
contract and pay rent to the owner each month. The monthly rent is not returned, but the
security deposit is returned when the lease expires. However, if a tenant fails to pay his/her
monthly rent, the house owner will collect the unpaid rent from the security deposit.
Things to
remember
Check the register document before signing a contract: Always check the register book
(deunggibudeungbon) of the property to see if it is under provisional seizure or
provisional registration and make sure it is not an encumbered real estate. The register
book can be obtained at the registration office of jurisdiction.
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Medical Care
Medical
Centers
for
Foreigners
Not many hospitals in Korea have staff that speak
fluent foreign languages, so foreigners may have
trouble communicating at hospitals. It is
recommended to be accompanied by a Korean friend
when visiting a hospital. However, there are some
Hospitals with medical support centers for foreigners:
Ajou University Medical Center, Uijeongbu St. Mary's
Hospital
(Refer to Hospital Listings for detailed information)
Useful Information
- The unit to measure floor space in Korea is "pyong." (1pyong = 3.3058m2)
- In most cases furniture is not included with the house. Furniture can be purchased cheap at local
recycle centers (second hand).
Public Medical
Centers
Medical Center
Contact
Website
828-5000
www.iumc.or.kr
941-5811
674-7520
539-9114
257-4141
639-4800
- Normally shoes are not allowed inside the house and must be taken off at the entrance.
- The leasing period for housing is usually two years, but this period may be shortened upon agreement.
- Before moving out, the occupant should notify the owner of the house at least 1~2 months before leaving to
receive the security deposit without any complications.
- The actual date of moving can be different from the maturity date on the contract to provide convenience to
the parties moving in and out.
- The services of professional movers are usually solicited when moving. For a certain fee, movers will take
care of everything from packing to unloading.
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Gyeonggi Province
Address
www.pomc.or.kr
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Hospital
Listings
Hospital
Contact
Website
Address
249-7114
www.vincenthosp.com
Dongsuwon Hospital
210-0114
www.dongsuwonhospital.co.kr
219-5114
www.ajoumc.or.kr/index.html
743-3000
780-4820
bundang.chamc.co.kr
779-0902
www.dmc.or.kr
787-2114
www.snubh.org
Myongji Hospital
810-5114
www.kdmc.or.kr
910-7114
www.paik.co.kr
900-0114
www.nhimc.or.kr
920-0117(8)
www.ncc.re.kr
Oriental
Hospital
Oriental hospitals are different from western hospitals. Doctors
at oriental hospitals feel a patient's pulse for diagnosis, and
prescribe treatments such as acupuncture, moxa cautery,
and herbal medicine. Oriental treatment is not about eliminating
the disease, but rather strengthening our body's immune system
against disease. Each individual is treated according to his/her
unique physical constitution. The main ingredients in herbal
medicine are natural elements from plants and animals which
Hospital
Address
Emergency
Number
Call 119 or 1339
in case of emergency.
Contact
Website
Dongsuwon Hospital
210-0144
www.dongsuwonhospital.co.kr
780-6114
bundanghan.chamc.co.kr
032)652-0141
www.dshospital.com
032)340-2114
www.sungka.com
710-3700
web.dumc.or.kr/boondang_H/index.htm
032)621-5114
www.schbc.ac.kr
930-3114
www.jainmedi.co.kr
Sejong Hospital
032)340-1114
www.sejongh.co.kr
Metro Hospital
467-9000
www.metrohospice.com
Anyang Hospital
467-9114
www.ayh.co.kr
Hansung Hospital
452-0011
380-1500
hallym.hallym.or.kr
412-5114
www.kumc.or.kr/ansan
500-1114
www.wamco.or.kr/ansan
482-0114
www.handoh.co.kr
331-8610
www.yish.or.kr
Kangnam Hospital
300-0114
820-3000
Shinchun Hospital
Bagae Hospital
Hana East West Medical Center 414, Sang 1-dong, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon
032)320-8800
www.hanamed.co.kr
449-0001
www.ijoonghwa.co.kr
Anyang Hospital
467-9310
www.ayh.co.kr
426-7575
www.drspine.or.kr
856-8111
www.ujb-paik.co.kr
820-7100
www.ujbhanbang.co.kr
654-1073
www.goodmhospital.co.kr
Sungae Hospital
www.kangnamhosp.co.kr
404-1122
wwwcmc.cuk.ac.kr/ujb
390-2300
www.wmcsb.co.kr
871-8200
www.joins21.com/shinchun
390-2114
www.ncmedical.co.kr
842-1211
www.ujb-paik.co.kr
589-4300
www.csmc.or.kr
652-2121
www.bagaehospital.com
770-7000
Goodmorning Hosptial
659-7700
www.goodmhospital.co.kr
Sungae Hospital
02)2680-7114
www.sungae.co.kr/k_default.htm
Shincheon Hospital
312-6662
www.nockhyang21.or.kr
432-2600
www.swhosp.co.kr
390-2300
www.wmcsb.co.kr
560-2444
kmc.hanyang.ac.kr
999-1000
www.gwhospital.co.kr
Woori Hospital
541-8282
Seoul Hospital
375-0081
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02)2680-7360
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Health
Insurance
each grade begins in March and ends in late July. Students have a summer vacation from July
to
August before the second term begins in September. Korean students enjoy a long
winter vacation when the second term ends in mid-December until early February.
Specific rules and procedures for admission are decided by each school, so inquiries about
admission should be made to the school. However, most foreigners choose to send their
children to international schools instead of Korean schools. There are many international
schools in Gyeonggi Province for foreigners.
International
Christian School
(Uijeongbu)
375-2, Nogyang-dong,
Uijeongbu
USA
visit)
type visa
Any foreigner (including spouse and child under 20) staying in Korea for over 1 year with
a
D-1, D-2, D-3, D-4, D-5, D-6, D-7, D-8, D-9, E-1, E-2,
E-3, E-4, E-5, E-7, E-8, F-2, or FFor more information contact
necessary, Certificate of Alien Registration), document
that can verify purpose of visit, document that shows the
applicants income (if applicable), and Permanent
Address Statement for Korean residents abroad (F-4)
who have declared to stay in Korea.
Education
There are no restrictions for foreigners to send their
children to Korean public schools in Gyeonggi
Province. Even illegal immigrants are offered
admission into Korean schools for the purpose of
protecting basic human rights.
Students in Korea go through a course of elementary
school, middle school, highschool, and university for 6
years, 3 years, 3 years, and 4 years (only 2 years for
Junior College) respectively. All education before
highschool is compulsory in Korea. The first term for
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Gyeonggi Province
International
Christian School
(Pyeongtaek)
Indianhead
International
School
branch
OSC
school
branch
Uijeongbu
Chinese School
Seoul
Internationl
School
367-3, Sindae-dong,
Pyeongtaek
USA
First Campus:
523-1, Saengyeon 1-dong,
Dongducheon
USA
Second Campus:
233-3, Howon-dong, Uijeongbu
172, Gyo-dong,
Gwonseon-gu, Suwon
34-10, Pyeongtaek-dong,
Pyeongtaek
425-12, Ganeung
1-dong, Uijeongbu
Taiwan
Taiwan
Taiwan
San32-16, Bokjeong-dong,
Sujeong-gu, Seongnam
Total
USA
Classes
Kindergarten
Elementary School
Middle School
Highschool
Total
14
Kindergarten
Elementary School
Middle School
Highschool
Total
13
Kindergarten
Elementary School
Middle School
Highschool
Total
14
Kindergarten
Elementary School
Contact
Website
855-1277
www.ics-ujb.org
651-1376
www.icsptk.org
870-3475 www.indianhead.or.kr
232-2648
Total
www.
Kindergarten
oscschool.com
Elementary School
Total
Kindergarten
Elementary School
Total
Kindergarten
Elementary School
Middle School
21
Highschool
Total
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653-7709
829-3481
759-4975
www.sis-korea.or
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It is necessary to know how to dispose of waste in Korea because there are different rules in
disposing waste according to waste type such as general waste, food waste, large items,
recyclables and so on. Any violation of these rules can be subject to punishment such as a
negligence fine.
For more information contact your local City, County, or District Government Office or
Dong Office.
Further Information:
Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education / 495, Jowon-dong, Jangan-gu, Suwon
Korean Language
ClassesSchool
Gyeonggi Language School
(Gyeonggi Univ. Suwon)
Address
San5, Woncheon-dong,
San65, Bokjeong-dong,
Yeongtong-gu, Suwon
Sujeong-gu, Seongnam
Contact
249-89324
General Waste
Website
www.kyonggi.ac.kr
219-15678,
1563
www.aju.ac.kr/~afl
750-5998
langforin.kyungwon.ac.kr
Useful Information
- Children are eligible to begin schooling at the age of 6 in Korean age. (In Korea, the child is one year
old when he/she is born and adds a year at the beginning of each new year.)
- A school attendance notification is sent 2~3 months before the start of the new school year when the
child becomes eligible for schooling. Anyone who does not receive a notification must check with the Dong
office.
- Korea has private and public schools. However, in the case of private schools, admission is decided by
drawing lots and the schooling fee is expensive.
- Most schools in Korea now follow the coeducational
system.
- Elementary schools do not rank students on performance, but in middle school and high school the classes
are longer and there are many exams. Students are put through a rigorous education course to prepare for
Religion
In Korea, freedom of religion is granted to everyone. People are allowed to choose their
religion
freely, whether it is Protestant, Catholic, Buddhist, Islam or any other religion. About 50%
of Koreans have a religion. Traditionally, Buddhism has had a great influence on Korea, so there
are many Buddhists, but the number of Protestants in Korea are increasing by the day.
Waste Disposal
In Korea, all households and offices are charged according to the amount of waste they produce
through a volume-based waste fee system. And garbage can only be dumped at designated
areas.
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Sizes
Garbage bags come in a total of 8 sizes (3, 5, 10, 20,
50,
30, 75, and 100 ), but many stores do not carry 3 and
5 bags because there is no demand for these
sizes.
Food
Waste
Food Waste must be placed in designated garbage
bags as well after removing as much moisture as
possible. Garbage bags for food waste are sold at
the same shops that sell garbage bags for general
waste. In some jurisdictions, a separate dumpster is
placed at the designated disposal area to collect food
waste. In this case, the food waste is not put into
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5 ).
Recyclables
Recyclable items in Korea are paper, glass, plastics,
aluminum, and metals. In most cases, recyclables
are collected once a week on a designated day.
Each jurisdiction has its own collection rules and
schedules, so the most sure way to find out about
disposing recyclables is to ask a neighbor.
Large
Items
Items that are too big to fit in garbage bags such as old refrigerators, furniture, or electronics
are classified as large waste items. These items require special handling, so before disposal, visit
your local Dong office or designated garbage bag sales location to acquire a disposal sticker.
Items with a disposal sticker attached will be accepted for disposal. Another way to dispose
of large items is to call in a professional waste management company to come and collect the
item. Each jurisdiction has its own specific rules of disposal, so it is always wise to check with a
Public Safety
Korea is generally a safe place. Possession of firearms is not allowed in the country so the
chances of meeting someone with a gun is highly unlikely. There are many police stands on
the streets, so if any dangerous situation occurs the police are always nearby.
International Crime Reports or Consultation: 080-999-1112
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Se
e rvices
in
Gyeonggi
Province
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Transportation
Terminal
Address
Contact
267-7710
704-2186
842-3018
652-2618
663-5555
655-2453
978-8881
374-3435
339-3181
635-5431
641-2688
675-2175
673-2510
358-1380
882-9596
882-6202
535-7301
532-5217
582-2308
584-0239
585-3555
772-2341
773-3100
Airport
There are many limousine bus lines and highway bus lines
connecting Incheon International Airport and Gyeonggi
Province. Limousine buses service only Suwon and Anyang
areas, but there are many express buses that go to Icheon,
Anseong, Seongnam, Bundang, Yeoju, Gwachon, Yongin,
Ansan, and Namyangju. In addition, there are city express
buses that go to Ilsan and Daehwa. For further information
on bus routes contact the Incheon International Airport.
Bus tickets are sold at the airport, but the fare will also be
accepted by the driver directly when boarding. Always
remember to check the time schedule because intervals can
be from 20 minutes up to 2 hours depending on the
destination.
Incheon Airport
Information
Desk:
Bus
The most popular form of public transportation in Korea is bus. Korea has regular buses,
village buses, standard city express buses, and deluxe city express buses. Bus fares vary
according to region and distance, but generally regular buses and village buses are less
than 1,000 won while city express buses are more than 1,000 won. In some cases,
regular buses and city express buses share bus stops, but village buses have separate stops.
Gyeonggi Association of Bus Transportation
Businesses:
Phone / 246-4210, www.bus.or.kr
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032)326-2271
02)898-6896
865-2901
411-19179
For further information contact the transportation office at your local city or county
office.
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Subway
Information
Information
Korean National Railroad:
1544-7788 (Customer Service Center), www.korail.go.kr
Bundang line (Seollung~Ori), Line 1 (Guro~Incheon,
Yongsan~Uijeongbu, Seoul~Byeongjeom ), Line 3 (Jichuk~Daehwa), Line
4 (Namtaeryung~Oido)
Incheon Rapid Transit Corporation: 032) 451-2114, www.irtc.co.kr
Incheon Line 1
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Corporation: 02) 585-21012, www.seoulsubway.co.kr
Line 1, 2, 3, and 4
Seoul Metropolitan Rapid Transit Corporation: 02) 6211-2200, www.smrt.co.kr
Line 5, 6, 7, and 8
1544-7788, ktx.gm.go.kr
Tax
i
Korea has regular, deluxe, call, and free interpretation
taxis. The deluxe taxis offer more comfort and better
service than regular taxis, but are several times more
expensive. Most deluxe taxis are black, so they should
The basic fare for the regular taxi is 1,500 won and the
deluxe taxi is 4,000 won. The passenger should give
the driver the exact address of the destination or at least
the name of a nearby landmark. Taxi stands are
sporadically positioned throughout the city, but taxis can
also be hailed by passengers on the street by raising their
hands.
Call
Taxi
Taxis can also be called to a certain place to pickup
passengers. An additional service fee of 1,000 won is
charged for calling a taxi. Call taxi service numbers are
available at 114 (operator).
Phone
number: 080840-0505
#1/English, #2/Japanese,
#3/Chinese, #4/Russian,
#5/Spanish, #6/German,
Car Rentals
Anyone over 21 with at least 1 year of driving experience can rent a car in Korea.
Documents
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needed for foreigners to rent a car are driver's license (international or domestic), visa, passport,
and alien registration card.
Rental
fees vary
company,
but generally
small cars
70,000
wonwith
for rental
24
hours.
Bigger
carsaccording
cost aboutto80,000
90,000
won depending
oncost
model.
Check
companies
for specific prices, and in many cases discount rates are offered for long-term rentals.
Information: Gyeonggi Car Rental Business
Association /
/ phone: 225-2078 / www.rentcar.gyeonggi.kr
Driver's License
International
Holders
Passport at the time of foreign license issuance or document to verify entry and exit (for third country
license
holders only)
Notarial translation of foreign license (Licenses issued by non-English speaking governments must
be translated into English or Korean. The translation must include date of issuance and expiration
date.)
Application fee: stamp (5,000 won) / physical examination (5,000 won) / written test (4,000 won, only
for citizens from countries that do not recognize Korean driver's license.)
License
Any foreigner who does not have a driver's license must apply for a Korean driver's license
to drive in Korea. There are no restrictions for foreigners in applying for a Korean license and
the procedure is the same as Korean nationals. However, written tests can be taken in a
Procedure: Physical examination Written test Traffic Safety Education
According to the Geneva Agreement an International Driver's License is valid in Korea for up
to one year. Any foreigner who intends to stay longer or has an expired International License
Foreign
Holders
License
Foreign license holders without an international license may receive a Korean driver's license
after passing a simple physical examination. However, according to the principle of reciprocity,
only foreign license holders from a country that recognizes a Korean license will be exempt
from driving tests. Citizens from a country that does not recognize a Korean driver's license
Documents to prepare
Foreign Driver's License / Identification Card (Alien Registration Card or passport) / 3 recent photographs
Written confirmation from embassy (USA, UK, France, Canada, Germany, Japan, Spain, Italy, Poland, and
Belgium license holders are excluded)
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Driver's
Renewal
License
All licenses have an expiration date. Type 1 and 2 Driver's Licenses are valid for 7 and 9 years
respectively. The expiration date is indicated on the license. When the license is expired,
drivers must take a physical examination and renew their license within the given renewal
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of
Postal Service
Domestic
Mail
Further
information: Driver's
License Agency 15771120, 02-374-0395
Buying a Car
Cars can be purchased at auto dealers or used car lots. Many
Koreans buy used cars instead of new ones. When buying a
used car, it is always helpful to be with someone who knows
much about cars.
4
Gyeonggi Used
International
Mail
The post office can
- When buying a new car, air conditioning, CD player, power steering, and accessories must be ordered
separately.
- Car purchasers are also subject by law to buy a certain amount of public bonds when purchasing a car. The
amount of bonds to be purchased is decided by the price of the car.
- In addition to basic auto insurance, many fire & marine insurance companies offer a variety of
comprehensive insurance products to drivers. The premium varies according to driving experience and
record of previous accidents.
- In Korea there are many gas stations where service people help with the filling. Many gas stations are
also equipped with automatic car washes.
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Telephone Services
Korea's domestic telephone services are operated by Korea Telecom (KT) and Hanaro Telecom.
The services provided by both companies vary, so it is wise to compare the services of both
companies before choosing. Land lines can be installed and immediately opened.
Useful
Information
- In addition to monthly telephone bills, telephone users must pay an initial subscription fee. In the case of KT,
the subscription fee is 60,000 won and the monthly base rate is 5,200 won. The subscription fee is not
returned to the user after contract termination. On the other hand, Hanara offers subscription and installation
based usage fees. Installation based phone service charges a higher subscription fee, but it is returned to the
user at the end of the contract.)
- When moving out, the phone company must be notified and the contract terminated or
There are three mobile service providers in Korea; SK Telecom, KTF, and LG Telecom. Services
differ according to company so users should choose the service provider that is right for them.
In order to subscribe to mobile phone services, the user must visit a nearby service center in
person. After choosing a handset, an application form is filled in an submitted on the spot.
Handsets begin at 100,000 won and can cost as much as 600,000 won according to the
functions and features it provides.
Hanaro Telecom
Local phone and broadband internet service
provider 106 (no area code required) / 080-8282106 www.hanaro.com
Area
Codes
Area
Number
Area
Number
Area
Number
Area
Number
Seoul
02
Gyeonggi
031
Incheon
032
Gangwon
033
Chungnam
041
Daejeon
042
Chungbuk
043
Busan
051
Ulsan
052
Daegu
053
Gyeongbuk
054
Gyeongnam
055
Jeonnam
061
Gwangju
062
Jeonbuk
063
Jeju
064
Cable TV
Public
Phones
Cable TV subscribers can enjoy foreign broadcasts and TV shows from US, Japan, China, Europe etc.
Information:
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Skylife
Television
Television sets can be purchased at electronics shops or large discount stores. A 20-inch TV
set
can be purchased for around 100,000 won. Apartments usually come with antennas and fixed
cable connections, so viewers only need to plug in their TV sets for viewing, but single houses
do not have antennas, so users must install antennas to get good reception.
Viewers can also subscribe to cable TV. The cable company will install an antenna and
viewers can receive a variety of additional channels. However, in addition to the basic TV
reception fee, cable TV subscribers must pay a monthly cable TV fee as well.
Useful
Information
- The monthly cable TV fee is around 5,000 won but varies according to
region.
Internet
Anyone who wishes to use the Internet must subscribe with a service provider. The major
service
providers are Hanaro, KT, or any local cable broadcasting company. The subscriber must pay
for modem rental and installation and a service fee of about 30,000 won each month. Each
company has its own policy for rates, installation fees, and modem usage, and some companies
offer free trial periods so it is recommended to look into the offerings of each company before
choosing a service provider.
Useful Information
- When moving out, the service provider must be notified and the contract terminated or
transferred.
- Major service providers in Korea are Hanafos, Megapass, Thrunet, and Sshark. The type of connection
provided is different according to the type of housing (apartment, single house, villa etc.).
- The following useful internet site helps users compare the advantages and disadvantages of each service
provider.
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Economic Life in
Gyeonggi Province
Banking
How to Use
Banks in Korea are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 to
16:30. They are not open Saturdays, Sundays, or legal holidays.
When you visit a bank, you must first take a number from the
number ticket dispenser. The ticket dispenser is usually located
near the entrance of the bank or in the middle of the row of
windows. If you cannot find it, you may ask a security guard to
indicate where it is. Take your number and wait until it appears on
one of LCD displays above the windows. When your number
appears, go to the window where your number is showing.
Weekdays: 9:30-16:30
Saturday, Sunday, & legal holidays: Closed
Opening an Account
Foreigners residing in Korea can open bank accounts just like Koreans. They can open
installment savings accounts as well as regular savings accounts. They can also buy nearly
all
types of financial products, but they may not receive tax credits or buy tax-free
products.
When opening a bank account, you have to show your passport and alien registration
certificates. You do not need a seal; you can open a bank account with your signature only.
Choose a four-digit password, being careful that it is not revealed to others because banking
crime by means of identity theft is increasing. For enhanced security, you may want to change
your password regularly.
Money Exchange
Money may be exchanged at all
banks.
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Use
of
Cards
Bank
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information:
Information Center,
Foreign Exchange
Bank Yes Call: 02-37098000
Available
Banks
Kookmin
www.kbstar.com
www.kibo.co.kr
www.kiupbank.co.kr
www.nonghyup.com
www.suhyup.co.kr
www.shinhan.com
www.keb.co.kr
www.wooribank.com
www.kfb.co.kr
w ww.hanabank.co.kr
www.kdb.co.kr
www.koreaexim.go.kr
www.goodbank.com
www.bok.or.kr
Currencies of Korea
Korean currency includes both coins and bills in the following denominations.
Coins: 10 won, 50 won, 100 won, and 500 won
The 10 won coin is copper. The 50 won, 100 won, and 500 won coins are light gray, and their sizes
get slightly larger as the denomination increases.
Bills: 1,000 won, 5,000 won, and 10,000 won
The 1,000 won bill is mainly reddish, 5,000 won bill brown, and the 10,000 bill green.
Checks: Bills in denominations over 100,000 are in the form of checks. When you actually use a check,
you will generally be required to endorse it with your name, address/phone number, or ID number. You
may also be requested to present your ID card.
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Taxes in Korea break down largely into national and regional taxes. National taxes are handled
by the National Tax Service. Regional taxes are levied by each local autonomous government,
including those of the metropolitan cities, provinces, cities, counties, and districts. They vary
from one jurisdiction to another.
Regional
Province
Taxes
of
Gyeonggi
Some regional taxes are directly managed by the provincial government, others by the
municipal, county, or district government. When the regional tax bill arrives, go to the nearest
post office or bank to pay it by the deadline noted in the bill. You may also pay the bill by
electronic means. Automatic transfer is also available after you are approved of the application
for its use. Some types of taxes are not billed but must be reported and paid. Property taxes
Acquisition
Tax
When you purchase real estate or an automobile, you are required to report the purchase to
the appropriate municipal, county, or district office within 30 days of the purchase and pay
the acquisition tax. A penalty fee will be incurred if you miss the deadline.
Taxes
The national taxes include the global income tax, corporate tax, inheritance tax, donation tax,
value-added tax, special excise tax, and liquor tax. The tax law dictates that foreigners face the
same tax treatment as Koreans.
Income
Tax
If you receive a salary at work or acquire income from self-employment or other activities,
you are obliged to pay the appropriate amount of income taxes. The tax schedule is
progressive: the higher the income, the higher the tax rate.
Foreigners who work at a company do not need to go to a tax office to pay their income
taxes because the company deducts the taxes from each paycheck. The
company is required to withhold taxes from the paychecks of
their employees and remit them to the tax office on behalf of
the employees.
Corporations are required to report their income to the tax office
and pay income taxes on their earnings.
VAT
Tax)
(Value-Added
You do not need to pay the VAT directly to the tax office:
Almost all commercial transactions, such as purchase of goods
and movie tickets, already include the VAT. The VAT rate is
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When you purchase a piece of real estate or an automobile, you are required to report the
purchase to the relevant municipal, county, or district office and pay the registration tax
before applying for a registry/registration of the purchased item.
Property
Taxes
National Taxes
Corporate Taxes
Registration
Taxes
National Tax
Service:
www.nts.go.kr
Call Center at the
National Tax
Service: 1588-0060
Those who own buildings, ships, or airplanes are required to pay property taxes. The property
tax is billed with other minor tax items, including the Urban Planning Tax, Public Facilities Tax,
and Education Tax. The due period of the tax payment is July 16 to 31.
Automobile
Tax
Those who own automobiles are required to pay the automobile tax. The tax is supposed to be
paid twice a year in principle. The first due period of the tax payment is June 16 to 30, and the
second, December 16 to 31.
For more
information,
call the tax affairs
office at the
Gyeonggi
Provincial
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Life as a Consumer
Prices
Goods
of
Some goods sold in Korea have fixed prices; others do not. Large discount stores and
department stores apply fixed prices. The same goods may be priced differently at different
stores or in different regions. Generally, discount stores sell goods at lower prices than
department stores.
Exchanges
Refunds
and
You can refund or exchange all manufactured goods if they are found to be defective. Since the
conditions and period for refund and exchange vary at different stores, it is necessary for you
to check the conditions beforehand and keep the receipt.
Many merchants may tend to refuse a refund and insist on an exchange of the same item or
other items of similar value instead. For this reason, you are advised to confirm that the item is
Consumer
Conciliation
Consultation
and
If you have a complaint on or suffered damage or injury from the purchased goods or
services, you may seek consultation and apply for conciliation at the Korea Consumer
Protection Board. The application and the actual consultation may be conducted through fax,
letter, telephone, or Internet. The reported complaints or damages are supposed to be settled
Shopping
Gyeonggi Province has well-developed commercial districts. In residential areas, there are
numerous small grocery stores. The number of large discount stores and department stores is
increasing. The province also has over 150 traditional markets.
An increasing number of consumers have patronized discount stores, unless they live in an
area with a large, well-developed traditional market.
Traditional Markets
Name
Location
Telephone No.
Gwangmyeong-dong, Gwangmyeong
Inchang-dong, Guri
032-681-1496
032-611-3691
032-672-1991
721-9905
721-9111,5
Jeongwang-dong, Siheung
499-3770
445-2405
385-3823
256-0202
02-2614-0006
560-5100
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Department
Stores
Name
Location
Telephone No.
738-2500
909-2500
463-2500
229-7114
www.galleria.co.kr
www.ehyundai.com
032) 623-2233
380-5000
Byeoryang-dong, Gwancheon
02) 509-5000
230-5000
231-6503
Bijeon-dong, Pyeongtaek
650-6000
412-1114
032-320-7114
Inchang-dong, Guri
550-7114
240-0500
Iljik-dong, Gwangmyeong
Homepage
www.lgdepart.co.kr
www.aktown.co.kr
02-899-9300
206-0101
917-0101
254-8011
www.granddept.co.kr
Useful Information
- There are many 24 hour convenience stores in the residential areas, so necessary goods can be purchased
even at late hours.
- There are many corner stores open until late at night as well.
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Entertain
n ment
and Recreation
in
Gyeonggi
Province
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5
6
Gy
eo
ng
gi
Pro
vin
18
Mt. Oh-du
Observatory
Unification
Latin
Cultural
Center
American
& Museum
Taepung Observatory
Dongmakgol Valley
Yeoncheon
11 Bears Town
Ski Resort
Panmunjeom
Pocheon
Mt. Myeongjisan
Mt.Tunnel
DongduNorth Korea's 3rd
Mt.
cheon
Gamaksan
Mt. Soyosan Tourist ResortCheonggyesan
Dora Observatory
Jaun Confucian
T
apdong
Imjingak Tourist
Academy
Yongchu Valley
Valley
Resort
Mt. Unaksan (Hyeondeungsa
Temple)
Paju
Yangju
Gapyeong
10
Cheonmasan
Ski Resort
Bears Town
Seoul Resort
Chungnyeongsan
Mt. Homyeongsan
RecreationalForest
Jangheung
Mt.Tourist Resort
Cheongpyeong
Lakesi
Latin American Cultural Songchu
Wondobongsan Cheonmasan Ski Resort
de
Valley
Center
Namyangju
Mt.
Deokpojin(Military Encampment)
Seoul Resort
Bukhansan
Lake Park
Mt.Spots
Sorisan
8 Scenic
in
Jangneung (Royal Tomb)
Donggureung (Royal Tombs)
Goyang
Jungmisan
Haengjusanseong Fortress
Guri Nosan Yumyeongsan Recreational
Recreational
Forest
Forest
Jungwon
Gimpo Airport
Misari Boat Race
Fall
Course
12 Misari Boat
Mt.
Geomdansan
Yangsu
-ri Memorial Site
Dasan
Hanam
Namhansanseong
Fortress
Bucheon
Gwang- Gwamyeong cheon
Incheon Int'l Airport
Mt. Gwanaksan
Seoul Land
ChSeoenogngygensaaTTme
Baegun
Uiwang
Lake
Race
Course
Mt. Samseongsan
Anyang
Wolgot
Shihung
Inlet
Mt. Surisan
Ansan
Pasaseong
Fortress
Haegang Ceramic Museum
Yeoju
Gunpo
Railrod useu
Yongi
Everland
a
m
Woncheon Recreational
Site
n
Tomb of King
Seokbong Ceramic
Mok-A Buddhist Museum
Sejong
Icheon
Ceramic Village Museum
Icheon Spa
Mt. Seolbongsan
Suwon
res Provincial Museum
Gyeonggi
s
t. DM
Suwonhwaseong
Birthplace of Empress Myeongseong
r
y
odramsan
Fortress
Korean Folk Village
Yunggeolleung Tombs
Jisan
Resort
Icheon
pl
Yongjusa Tem
Yangji Pine
Doksans ng Fortress
e
e
e
Resort
Waujeongsa Temple
Hwaseong
Daebudo
Island
Jebudo Island
Osan
17
Ippado Island
Moka
Museum
Buddhist
Anseong
Pyeongtack
Liv
ing
in
Gy
eo
ng
gi
Pro
vin
ce
Pyeongtaek
Harbor
16
13
Seoul
Racecourse
15 Park
National Museum
Contemporary Art,
of
Korea
Gyeonggi Provincial
Museum
Suwon
Fortress
Hwaseong
Korean Folk
Village
Jisan
Resort
Ceramics Village in
Icheon and the Icheon
Ceramic Festival
Everland in
Yongin
Tourist Attractions
1
Korean Folk
Village
village offers a glimpse
The
into the lives of the
Korean
people during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). There
are traditional commoners houses, government
offices, a Confucian academy, herbal medicine clinics,
private schools, street market, and houses of aristocrats.
For
information,
more
Suwon Hwaseong
Fortress
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress (Historic Site No. 3) was
built when King Jeongjo (r. 1777-1800) of the Joseon
Dynasty moved the tomb of his father (Crown Prince
Sado, who had been framed and put to death) to
Suwon and began construction of the new city of
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fortress was added to the World Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO. The Suwon Hwaseong
Fortress Cultural Festival is held around Oct. 10th every year.
For more information,
contact the Yeonmudae Tourism Information Center at 228-2763~5.
Everland in
Yongin
Everland in Yongin is a large theme park that attracts
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Jisan
Resort
Located in Icheon, the resort features golf courses and ski
slopes.
10
11
of
the Han River from the south and the Imjin River
from the north, can see North Korea. The observatory
has two exhibition halls, the North Korea Room
and the Unification Room, on the first and second
floors. On the basement level are retail and wholesale
shops that sell North Korean-made products.
of
Gwangneung.
For more information,
For
more
information,
3171 or visit www.jmd.co.kr
Cheonmasan Ski
Resort
the
crew Olympic
and canoeing
during
the Seoul
Summer
Gamescompetitions
in 1988. It is
on a 330,580
Seoul Racecourse
Park
The international-level horse race track is located in
13
in
Namyangju.
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14
Golf
Courses
Most golf courses in Korea are members-only; there are few public golf courses that are open
to
non-members. The members-only or private golf courses are open only to members and those
who accompany members. Memberships sell at very high prices, from tens of millions of won to
hundreds of million of won. The specific benefits of membership vary from one golf course to
another.
Museums
15
National Museum of
Contemporary Art, Korea
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Accommodations
Name of Hotel
Location
Rasung Hotel
Wongok-dong, Ansan
480-6161
Gojan-dong, Ansan
414-0700
Sinjang-dong, Pyeongtaek
666-5101
Pyeongtaek-dong, Pyeongtaek
654-3331
For
information,
683-8531
Hotel Gabo
Bijeon-dong, Pyeongtaek
658-7700
Sinjang-dong, Pyeongtaek
665-4551
Hotel Diana
Cheolsan-dong, Gwangmyeong
02-2625-2000
Cheolsan-dong, Gwangmyeong
02)2619-3001
448-6671
441-1590
Hotel Castle
211-6666
Hotel Regency
246-4141
224-1100
711-6900
Jeongwang-dong, Siheung
433-0001
974-0011
989-7001
Hotel Miranda
Anheung-dong, Icheon
633-2001
Uijeongbu-dong, Uijeongbu
846-3737
Grace Hotel
Byeoryang-dong, Gwacheon
02)504-2211
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Gyeonggi Provincial
Museum
more
Moka Buddhist
Museum
The museum specializes in Buddhist artifacts and
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Telephone No.
63
Name of Hotel
Location
Evergreen Hotel
Telephone No.
855-0321
032)611-5500
767-2000
Naengmyeon
(Dr.
Gos
Cold
in
Songwolgwan in Dongducheon
The galbi (broiled short ribs) served at this restaurant is finely
chopped and seasoned before being charcoal broiled. Other dishes served at this restaurant are
ddeokgalbi (meats taken off ribs, minced, and seasoned before being put on the ribs again and
broiled) and galbitang (short rib
For more information, call 865soup).
Mabangjip
Hanam
in
Baekjejang
Gwangju
in
Anirok
Anseong
in
This restaurant boasts the specialty of savory thick soup made by boiling ethmoid bones all
day long. Other dishes that are served are utang (beef soup), naengmyeon (cold buckwheat
noodles), bindaeddeok (mung bean and vegetable pancake) and suyuk (pressed boiled beef).
The specialty of this restaurant is seolleongtang (beef soup with steamed rice) served in thick
soup made by boiling ethmoid bones of Korean beef cattle for more than eight hours. The
restaurant also serves suyuk (pressed boiled beef).
For more information, call 3744634.
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Information for
Foreign Workers
Trainee
The Industrial Trainee Program was introduced in 1993 under the Immigration Control Act,
requiring two years of training. The act was revised in 2002, however, to require one year of
training and two following years of employment. Those trainees who do not change their
qualifications to stay after the expiration of the training period and those who remain in
Industrial Trainees
They are not fully covered by the Labor Law of
Korea.
For more
information :
OJT Employees
Foreign industrial trainees who, after having finished the oneyear training, have either passed the designated technology
qualification examination or completed the OJT employment
training course may get a job as a worker for two years.
They are fully covered by the Labor Law of Korea just like
Koreans.
Those who want to become OJT employees must visit the Immigration Office of the Ministry
of Justice and obtain permission to change their visa status (D-3 E-8).
Foreigners
System
Employment
Permit
The Foreigners Employment Permit System, which is slated to take effect in 2004, is designed
for companies that are unable to hire enough Korean workers to legally employ an
appropriate number of foreign workers. The government takes responsibility for the
introduction and management of the foreign workforce, building an efficient management
The visa status of foreign workers employed under the system is E-9 (non-professional employment).
They
can be employed for three years, but a change in workplaces is prohibited in principle.
They are subject to same treatment under the labor laws as Koreans, entitled to basic labor rights, including
the minimum wage and the three primary labor rights.
They are covered by medical insurance, industrial accident insurance, and employment insurance as a
matter of course. The national pension is, on the principle of reciprocity, applicable only to workers from
countries where foreign workers benefit from the national pension scheme.
When the foreigners employment permit system takes full effect, a strong crackdown on illegal aliens
and
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Rights of Workers
Korea guarantees the human rights of workers through the labor laws. The labor laws include the
Labor Standards Act, Minimum Wage Act, Industrial Accident Compensation Act, and others.
The rights guaranteed by the labor laws in Korea are as follows:
They
shall
not
discrimination.
be
subject
to
and
acts
of
violence
The laws guarantee the minimum wage for workers to protect their
livelihood.
Employees who work overtime are entitled to extra allowances for the
overtime.
The employer is prohibited from discriminating against foreign workers with regard to
working conditions on the basis of their sex, nationality, religion, or social status.
Discrimination of foreign workers is, therefore, banned in principle whether they are industrial
Forced labor
prohibited.
are
The employer shall not force labor by acts of violence, threat, detention, or any other means
that restrict mental or physical freedom unjustly. They shall not forbid workers leaving the
Compensation
accidents
for
industrial
If workers are injured, contract a disease, or die at a workplace in the course of performing
their duties, the employer is responsible for compensation. The workers may demand
compensation from the employer or claim payment of insurance money as provided under
the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance Act via the Korea Labor Welfare Corporation,
You should not sign your name on a document before making sure what it is
about.
You must not put your passport and flight ticket in the hand of your employer. Even if
the
employer asks for them, make it clear that they belong only to you and keep them safe.
It is safer to make a labor contract in writing. A verbal commitment may not normally
be
problematic, but you will have difficulty proving your case in the event of a dispute.
You should carefully read the working conditions before agreeing on them with the employer.
_ You should check what the workplace is like.
You need to check if the employer has often delayed payment, if industrial accidents have
occurred many times, if the safety system is properly in place, and how good the lodgings are.
For more information: Ministry of Labor /
Contact the Labor Ministry at Building 5, Government Complex Gwacheon, 1
Jungang-dong, 88 Gwanmunno, Gwacheon City, Gyeonggi Province.
Tel: 02-2110-2114, Foreign Human Resources Policy Division: 02-2110-7081;
www.molab.go.kr
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Uijeongbu
Name
Location
Uijeonbgu Integrated
Employment Security Center
853-7607
906-0919
564-1919
Suwon Integrated
Employment Security Center
240-3364
16 Seokjeong-dong, Anseong
671-1921
611-5500
286-4544
373-2913
Bucheon
Anyang
Ansan
Name
Center
032)323-0995
921-5006
Bukbyeon-dong, Gimpo
997-2301
032-654-0664
032-348-7575
Wongok-dong, Ansan
495-2288
Wongok-dong, Ansan
492-8785
Jeongwang-dong, Siheung
431-1365
443-2876
228-2789
Gimnyangjang-dong, Yongin
339-9133
618-0965
756-2143
Gyeongan-dong, Gwangju
763-1004
Geumgok-dong, Namyangju
595-0310
594-5821
878-4090
Nokyang-dong, Uijeongbu
878-6926
837-4433
Peace House
535-6238
543-9201
532-2025
Anyang Integrated
Employment Security Center
Gwangmyeong Employment
Security Center
412-1919
431-8219
758-9191
702-9090
632-9898
796-4691
032)651-7673
985-9464
463-0700
02)2688-5064
Seongnam
70
Gyeonggi Province
Telephone No.
Location
Suwon
Telephone No.
Sharing House
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Appendices
Useful Information
Phone Numbers for Reporting and Useful
Information
Name
Location
Telephone No.
02-3785-0561,2
www.cotedivoireembassy.or.kr
02-707-9249
www.ecostarica.or.kr
Czech Embassy
02-720-6453
www.czechembassy.org
02-795-4187
www.denmark-embassy.or.kr
Embassy of Finland
02-732-6737
www.finlandembassy.or.kr
French Embassy
02-3149-4300
www.ambafrance-kr.org
Ghana Embassy
02-3785-1427
www.ghanaembassy.or.kr
German Embassy
02-748-4114
www.gembassy.or.kr
Greek Embassy
02-729-1401
www.emb-greece.org
Indian Embassy
02-798-4257
www.indembassy.or.kr
Indonesian Embassy
02-783-5675
www.kbriseoul.org
Irish Embassy
02-774-6455
www.irelandhouse-korea.com
Israeli Embassy
02-739-8666
www.israelemb.or.kr
Italian Embassy
02-796-0491,5
sedi.esteri.it/seoul
Japanese Embassy
02-2170-5200
www.kr.emb-japan.go.jp
Lebanese Embassy
02-794-6482
www.lebanonembassy.net
Malaysian Embassy
02-795-2607
www.malaysia.or.kr
International Organizations
Mexican Embassy
02-798-1694
www.sre.gob.mx/corea
Mongolian Embassy
02-794-1350
www.mongolembassy.com
Moroccan Embassy
02-793-6249
www.moroccoemb.or.kr
02-737-9514
www.nlembassy.or.kr
02-730-7794
www.nzembassy.com
Norwegian Embassy
02-795-6850
www.norway.or.kr
Pakistani Embassy
02-796-8252
www.pakistan-korea-trade.org
Paraguayan Embassy
02-730-8335
www.embaparcorea.org
Polish Embassy
02-723-9681
www.polandseoul.org
Russian Embassy
02-318-2116,8
www.russian-embassy.org
Singaporean Embassy
02-774-2464
www.mfa.gov.sg/seoul
02-792-4855
saembassy.dacom.net
Sudanese Embassy
02-793-8692
www.sudanseoul.net
Swedish Embassy
02-738-0846
www.swedenabroad.com
Useful Internet
Sites
- www.koreabridge.com
- www.townmax.com
- www.efl-law.com
UNESC
O
UNDP
FAO
02-755-1105,
02-709-9562,
02-584-3171,
- www.youloveit.com
- seoul.asiaxpat.com
-www.whatsonkorea.com
www.unesco.or.kr
www.undp.org
www.fao.org
WHO
UNICE
F
Foreign Embassies in
Korea
Name
Location
- www.survivekorea.com
- www.eslcafe.com
- www.lifeinkorea.com
02-503-7533, www.who.int
02-735-2315, www.unicef.org
Telephone No.
Homepage
Algerian Embassy
02-794-5034/5
www.algerianemb.or.kr
Australian Embassy
02-2003-0100
www.australia.or.kr
Austrian Embassy
02-732-9071/2
www.austria.or.kr
Belgium Embassy
02-749-0381
www.belgium.or.kr
Canadian Embassy
02-3455-6000
www.korea.gc.ca
Chilean Embassy
02-779-2610
www.echilecor.or.kr
Chinese Embassy
02-738-1038
www.chinaemb.or.kr
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Appendices
Name
Location
Telephone No.
Swiss Embassy
02-739-9511
Thailand Embassy
02-795-3098
Ukraine Embassy
02-790-5696
British Embassy
US Embassy
Venezuelan Embassy
European Commissions Delegation
Delegation Sinmunno
Homepage
Name of Organization
Location
228-2114
www.suwon.ne.kr
729-2114
www.cans21.net
www.thaiembassy.or.kr
961-2114
www.goyang.go.kr
www.ukrembrk.com
032- 320-2114
www.bucheon.go.kr
02-3210-5500
www.britishembassy.or.kr
387-7111
www.anyang.go.kr
02-397-4114
usembassy.state.gov/seoul
481-2114
www.iansan.net
02-732-1546
www.venezuelaemb.or.kr
329-2114
www.yonginsi.net
828-2114
www.ui4u.net
02-735-1101
www.delkor.cec.eu.int
590-2114
www.nyj.go.kr
659-5114
www.pyongtaek.go.kr
www.eda.admin.ch/seoul_
emb/e/home.html
Government Organizations
Ministry of Government Administration and Home Affairs
Ministry of Labor
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Ministry of Justice
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Energy
Korea National Tourism Organization
Gyeonggi Tourism Organization
Local Governments
Province
in
02-3703-2114
www.mogaha.go.kr
02-503-9727
02-3703-2114
02-503-7023
02-2110-2114
02-7299-600
259-6900
www.molab.go.kr
www.mofat.go.kr
www.moj.go.kr
www.mocie.go.kr
www.knto.or.kr
www.gto.or.kr
Gyeonggi
Gyeonggi Province has 31 cities (si) and counties (gun). Each city is divided into districts (gu).
Most public affairs relevant to everyday life are managed by the appropriate municipal, county,
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Telephone No.
Homepage
02-2680-2114
www.gm.go.kr
20 Sicheongno, Siheung
310-2114
www.shcity.net
390-0114
www.gunpo21.net
355-2114
www.hscity.net
940-4114
www.pajuro.net
59 Namcheonno, Icheon
644-2114
www.icheon.go.kr
550-2114
www.guri.go.kr
980-2114
www.kimpo.gyeonggi.kr
533-5961
www.pcs21.net
761-2681
www.gj21.net
25 Sicheonggil, Anseong
678-2114
www.anseong.go.kr
2 Sicheonggil, Hanam
790-6114
www.hanam.gyeonggi.kr
345-2114
www.uw21.net
820-2114
www.yangju.gyeonggi.kr
370-3114
www.osan.go.kr
27 Sicheonggil, Dongducheon
860-2114
www.ddc21.net
72 Gwanmullo, Gwacheon
02- 3677-2114
www.gccity.net
883-2114
www.yeoju.gyeonggi.kr
448-8 Yanggeun-ri,Yangpyeong-eup,Yangpyeong
770-2114
www.yp21.net
580-2114
www.gp.go.kr
839-2114
www.iyc21.net
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Memo
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