South Korea

Overview

Some things that New Zealanders travelling or living in South Korea should be aware of are:

Political tensions - relations between South and North Korea can be tense. North Korea has done nuclear and ballistic missile tests. Future tests could affect South Korea.
Civil unrest - demonstrations and protests are common and can disrupt travel plans.
Natural disasters and severe weather - monsoons and typhoons happen. If you’re travelling during the rainy or typhoon seasons, have a plan for what to do if there is a severe weather event.

New Zealanders travelling or living in South Korea should have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place. All foreigners living in South Korea for six months or longer must subscribe to South Korea’s state health insurance scheme.

See below for detailed travel advice.

Nearest office

New Zealand Embassy Seoul, South Korea

Seoul, Korea (Republic of)

Street Address:
Jeong-Dong Building, Level 8 (West Tower), 15-5 Jeong-Dong, Jung-Gu, Seoul 110-784, Republic of Korea

Postal Address:
KPO Box 2258, Seoul, 110-110, Republic of Korea

Telephone:
+82 2 3701 7700

Email:
[email protected]

Website:
www.mfat.govt.nz/korea

Hours:
Mon - Fri 0900 - 1230, 1330 - 1730 hrs

South Korea (Republic of Korea)

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