South Korea
essentials.
The stuff you need in the first hour off the plane in South Korea — plugs, emergency numbers, tipping, tap water and more, on one page.
Power plugType C, F220V/60Hz
Emergency112Police 112 · Ambulance 119
Tap watersafestraight from the tap
Drivingright-handside of the road
TimezoneUTC+9 (KST)Korean
TippingTipping is not part of the culture and is generally neither expected nor practiced.
Say it in Korean
HelloAnnyeonghaseyo (안녕하세요)
Thank youGamsahamnida (감사합니다)
How much?Eolmayeyo? (얼마예요?)
South Korea — FAQ
What power plug and voltage does South Korea use?
South Korea uses Type C, F plugs at 220V/60Hz. Bring a universal adapter, and check your devices support the voltage.
Is tap water safe to drink in South Korea?
Tap water in South Korea is generally safe to drink.
What is the emergency number in South Korea?
Dial 112 for general emergencies in South Korea. Police is 112 and ambulance is 119.
Do you tip in South Korea?
Tipping is not part of the culture and is generally neither expected nor practiced.