Planning a trip to South Korea? Here’s your ultimate Korea travel checklist to make sure you’re fully prepared – from documents and apps to personal items and local etiquette. We’ve done the hard part – just follow us and enjoy your trip!
Essential Documents & Entry Requirements
- Passport: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.
👉 Click here to learn how to get your passport ready for travel. - K-ETA or Visa: Not sure whether you need a K-ETA or a Korean visa? Don’t stress – we’ve got the answers.
👉 Click here for the simple guide that clears it all up. - Flight Ticket & Accommodation Confirmation: Immigration officers may ask for flight and hotel bookings.
- Travel Itinerary
Travel Safety
- Travel Insurance: No one plans for accidents or delays, but travel insurance helps you stay protected when things don’t go as planned.
Korea Travel Insurance 101: What It Covers, Why You Need It, and How to Use It - Emergency Contacts: When traveling to a new country, one of the most important things to prepare is a list of emergency contacts. Lost? Hurt? In trouble? This one click could save your trip.
Mobile & Internet Access in Korea
- SIM Card / eSIM / Pocket Wi-fi
- KakaoTalk
- Phone Unlocking
Electricity & Electronics
- Voltage
- Power Bank
- Multi-Port Charger
Must-Have Apps for Traveling in Korea
- Naver Map
- KakaoMap
- Papago
- KakaoTaxi / Uber / T Map Taxi
- Baemin / Yogiyo
- KorailTalk
- Coupang / Market Kurly
Payment & Transportation
- T-Money / Cashbee Card
- Cash in KRW
- International Cards
- Mobile Payment
Personal Essentials
- Medications
- Masks & Sanitizer
- Seasonal Gear
- Passport Copies