Easiest Way to Open a Korean Bank Account as a Foreigner (2024)

Everything you Need to Know about Korean Banking

Everything you Need to Know about Korean Banking

This post will walk you through the Korean bank account application process step-by-step.

It covers:

  • What the new requirements and terms are
  • Where to apply
  • Which tax forms to file
  • How to set up Corporate Banking
  • and more!

I’ve had Korean bank accounts since 2006 for both personal and business use.

Let’s dive right in!

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Basic Korean Words and Phrases You Need to Know

Lingua Asia_Basic Korean Words and Phrases You Need to Know

Lingua Asia_Basic Korean Words and Phrases You Need to Know

Need to learn basic Korean quickly?

Here are answers to the most common questions English speakers have about Korean. They’ll help you communicate in any situation.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Say hello and goodbye
  • Ask for things politely
  • Introduce yourself and others
  • Make friends easily
  • Flirt in a non-creepy way
  • Express feelings and emotions naturally
  • Argue like a local
  • and so much more!

I’ve worked for 10 years as a translator, and can help you express yourself as an English speaker with Korean words you need to know.

Let’s get started!

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What Hoobae (후배) Means in Korean and How to Use it

Essential Korean Titles Hoobae (후배) Explained by a Korean

Essential Korean Titles Hoobae (후배) Explained by a Korean

Want to know what it’s like to be someone’s hoobae in South Korea? Not sure how to treat hoobae at work and school?

You’re in luck, I’ve been in both situations!

I’ll go over its meaning and give you cultural context here.

Find out how to use hoobae and the pros and cons of having one.

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9 Hidden Meanings of Noonchi (Nunchi) in Korean Culture [with Examples]

The Wonderful World of Nunchi (Noonchi) and How to Use It

This post covers the deeper meaning of noonchi (nunchi) in English.

It includes:

  • examples
  • when it comes in handy
  • how to develop noonchi
  • and more!

I’ve had a fascination with noonchi for a few decades and learned from the best.

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The Wonderful World of Nunchi (Noonchi) and How to Use It

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Korean Ssam (쌈) and the Art of Eating Healthy Food

Easy Korean Culture Ssam (쌈)

Want to get rid of that salad bag that’s been sitting in your fridge?

This post covers everything about ssam (Korean lettuce wrap) including:

  • Different types of ssam
  • How to eat them
  • Which foods go well with them
  • Where to find them

Ssam is a tasty way to get your veggies.

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Easy Korean Culture Ssam (쌈)

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What’s the Deal with Subeesu (서비스) in Korea?

What's the Deal with Subeesu (서비스) in Korea

Not sure why you keep getting free stuff at Korean restaurants?

This post is all about the wonderful concept of subeesu.

It includes:

  • how to get it
  • what to do after
  • and more!

Subeesu blew my mind when I first found out about it.

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What's the Deal with Subeesu (서비스) in Korea

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25 One-of-a-kind Gifts on Korean Etsy

Korean Shopping Tips_One-of-a-kind Korean Gifts on Etsy

When you want to give a gift that’s sure to make an impression, Etsy is the place to go.

They have authentic items handmade by independent creators to wow any lover of Korean culture.

I checked out the entire Korean gift catalogue on Etsy and found the best ones.

Let the gift giving begin!

Korean Shopping Tips_One-of-a-kind Korean Gifts on Etsy
Hadong Tea Plantation, South Korea

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