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Lucky_Nomad😀Ask Korea
Mar 11

Cheapest way to send money abroad from Korea?

What do people usually use to send money overseas? Options I heard about: • Gmoney • Sentbe • bank transfer Which one has the lowest fees ?

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Ayesha Rahman😀Ask Korea
Mar 11

How do foreigners usually meet new friends in Korea?

Moving to a new country can feel lonely sometimes. How do you usually meet new people here? • language exchange • sports clubs • expat groups • university communities

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Omar Hassan😎Services/Places
Mar 11

Which Korean bank is easiest for foreigners?

I’m trying to open a bank account but the process seems different depending on the bank. Some people recommended: • KEB Hana • Woori Bank • Shinhan Bank Which bank was easiest for you as a foreigner?

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Brave_Eagle405💪Health
Mar 10

First time using Korean hospital as a foreigner

I went to a local clinic today in Hongdae and honestly the experience was really smooth. Things I learned: • Most doctors speak basic English • Health insurance makes it very cheap • Waiting time was only 10 minutes Has anyone else had good or bad experiences with hospitals in Korea?

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Stephen😀Ask Korea
Mar 10

How do foreigners order groceries online in Korea?

I tried using Coupang and Market Kurly , but some apps require Korean ID verification. How do other foreigners usually order groceries here? Do you use: • Coupang • local marts • foreign food stores Looking for the easiest option.

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Lucky_NomadFree Board
Mar 10

What surprised you the most when you first came to Korea?

For me it was how convenient everything is . Convenience stores everywhere, fast delivery, clean public transport. But also some things were confusing at first like: • garbage sorting • housing deposits • Korean banking apps What surprised you the most when you moved to Korea?

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Fatima Noor🏠Housing
Mar 8

Average Rent in Seoul (2026)

Rent prices in Seoul have been rising. How much are people currently paying for: • Studio apartment • One bedroom • Shared housing Mention the area if possible .

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