Insights & Guides
Insights for Moving & Living in Korea
Team KF shares practical guides on visas, housing, schooling, and everyday life — written for expats.
How Foreign Employees Can Get a Debit Card and Credit Card in Korea | Complete Banking Guide
Learn how foreign employees can apply for debit and credit cards in Korea. Discover the requirements, approval process, practical banking tips, and what to expect after opening a Korean bank account.Read article
How to Open a Bank Account in Korea for Foreign Employees | Required Documents and Practical Guide
Learn how foreign employees can open a bank account in Korea. This guide explains the required documents, Alien Registration Card (ARC), Tax Identification Number (TIN), passport requirements, and practical tips based on real relocation experience.Read article
D-8 Visa Application Guide for Korea: D-7 Differences and F-3 Dependent Visa
Learn how to apply for a D-8 visa in Korea, the difference between D-8 and D-7 visas, application options, required company documents, and F-3 dependent visa procedures for accompanying family members.Read article
Exchanging a Foreign Driver's License in Korea: A Real Case from Germany and Singapore
Planning to exchange your foreign driver's license in Korea? Learn about the required documents, third-country driver's licenses, and a real relocation experience involving Germany and Singapore to avoid unexpected delays.Read article
Why Finding a Rental Home in Itaewon and Hannam-dong Has Become Much More Difficult for Expats
Looking for an apartment in Itaewon or Hannam-dong? Learn why rental homes for expats are becoming harder to find in Seoul and how Team KF helps international assignees secure housing and temporary furniture before moving to Korea.Read article