EVERYDAY TOOLS
Your settling-in checklist
Prepare for life in Korea, one small step at a time.
This is a suggested planning order from Settler, not a list of legal deadlines. Check the procedures and conditions for your own situation with the responsible organization.
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The checklist contains general preparation ideas. Linked local guides currently cover Seoul, Suwon and Daejeon.
First day
Confirm the street address, building and unit, and locate the entrance on your map.
Related local guideCheck whether your data, roaming or Wi-Fi works and what it costs.
Related local guideCheck the start and destination points and the last service for your chosen transport.
Related local guideKeep your passport, bookings and school or employer instructions somewhere only you can access. Do not post them publicly.
Related local guideFind contact details for your accommodation, school, employer or local support center.
Related local guideAsk how locks, heating and hot water work. Record existing damage and confirm it with the person responsible.
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First week
Ask the responsible authority which filings, deadlines and documents apply to your status and address.
Related local guideIdentify rent, management fees, utilities and repair contacts in your contract.
Related local guideAsk which plans fit your status and documents, including the full cost and cancellation terms.
Related local guideExplain your intended use to the branch and ask which identity and purpose-of-account documents it needs.
Related local guideCheck sorting locations, collection days and food-waste instructions with building management and your local authority.
Related local guideCheck suitable providers, interpretation availability and your own insurance coverage separately.
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First month
Ask the provider about schedules, fees, eligibility and registration dates.
Related local guideMake a private note of housing, transport, phone and food costs and payment dates.
Related local guideBefore visiting, check membership conditions and documents, including residence or age requirements.
Related local guideReview dates and outstanding document requests given by the responsible organization.
Related local guideLook at public programs from support centers, libraries or schools and check languages and participation conditions.
Related local guideList any help you still need and choose the next local guide to read.
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