Why Does Korea Charge 100 Won for a Bag

Have you ever stood at a Korean mart or convenience store checkout and heard the cashier ask, “Would you like a bag?” Many foreigners say “yes” assuming it’s free — then get surprised when 100–200 won is added to the total. This isn’t a mistake. Korea’s bag fee is a legally mandated environmental policy. Knowing … Read more

e-Arrival Card Filling Guide: Latest 2026 Step-by-Step Instructions

A foreign traveler preparing to fill out the e-Arrival Card

As of 2026, the paper arrival cards used when entering Korea have completely disappeared, and all foreign visitors must fill out the e-Arrival Card online. This system was introduced to shorten immigration processing time and increase traveler convenience, and it is available for free through the official website. Based on my experience helping many foreign … Read more