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Telecommunications & Internet
Mobile Phone Activation
Foreigners can also use mobile communication services.
※ Sign-up requirements may vary depending on the mobile carrier and status of stay.
Required Documents
- Passport
- Alien Registration Card (ARC)
- Bank account under your name (if necessary)
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Service Types
- Postpaid plans
- Prepaid budget phone (MVNO)
- Budget phone (MVNO)
- eSIM
Internet Usage
You can apply for home internet and IPTV services.
Major Telecommunications Carriers
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KT
100
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SK Broadband
106
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LG U+
101
Useful Mobile Apps for Daily Life
Here are some major mobile apps that can be useful for daily life in Korea.
1Life Information
2 Administration & Civil Affairs
| App | Main Function | Application Download |
|---|---|---|
| Gov24 | Government service applications and certificate issuance | https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=kr.go.minwon.m&pcampaignid=web_share (Android) https://apps.apple.com/kr/app/정부24-구-민원24/id586454505 (iOS) |
| Seoul Smart Report | For reporting everyday issues such as illegal parking and road problems | https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=kr.go.seoul.seoulSmartReport&pcampaignid=web_share (Android) https://apps.apple.com/kr/app/서울스마트불편신고/id547521233 (iOS) |
3 Daily Convenience
| App | Main Function | Application Download |
|---|---|---|
| Karrot | Buying and selling second-hand items, checking local information, and connecting with neighbors | https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.towneers.www&pcampaignid=web_share (Android) https://apps.apple.com/kr/app/당근/id1018769995 (iOS) |
| Baemin | Food delivery ordering, takeout ordering | https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sampleapp&pcampaignid=web_share (Android) https://apps.apple.com/kr/app/배달의민족-배달팁-무료-배민클럽/id378084485 (iOS) |
| Coupang | Online shopping for daily necessities, groceries, electronics, etc. | https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coupang.mobile&pcampaignid=web_share (Android) https://apps.apple.com/kr/app/쿠팡-coupang-모바일-쇼핑/id454434967 (iOS) |
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