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EPS Forestry Sector Function Test Guide

▶ Watch Video: EPS Forestry Sector Function Test Guide ๐ŸŒณ Dreaming of Working in Korea's Forestry Sector? Your dream of working in Korea's forestry sector can become a reality through the EPS Point System! This program opens opportunities for foreigners passionate about nature and forest management. Passing the function test is key to starting your career in Korea. ๐ŸŒฑ What Does the Forestry Skills Test Evaluate? The forestry skills test doesn't just assess theoretical knowledge—it measures your practical abilities. Tasks like planting trees, pruning, and forest management techniques are evaluated. Focus on accuracy, efficiency, and safety during the practical demonstrations! Practice the required techniques regularly and familiarize yourself with the tools and equipment. Confidence and precision will lead you to success! ๐Ÿ› ️ How to Start Preparing? Start by carefully reviewing the test scope and understanding what skills are eva...

EPS Mining Sector Function Test Guide

▶ Watch Video: EPS Mining Sector Function Test Guide ๐ŸŒŸ Why Should You Know About the EPS Point System? Dreaming of working in Korea's mining industry? Then you must understand the EPS Point System! It's the essential evaluation standard for foreign workers. Prepare well to open new job opportunities! This system evaluates your adaptability to Korean society and the labor market. It's not just about passing an exam—it's about proving your potential. Get ready thoroughly and catch your dream! ⛏️ What Does the Mining Basic Skills Test Evaluate? The Mining Skills Test evaluates your knowledge and technical abilities. It includes a theory test (terms, safety rules, equipment usage) and a practical test (basic on-site skills). Focus on both theory and practice! Study mining-related books, attend training programs, and practice equipment handling. Consistent effort will lead you to success! ๐Ÿ“š How to Start Preparing? First, che...

EPS Service Sector II Basic Skills Test

▶ Watch Video: EPS Service Sector II Basic Skills Test ๐ŸŒ EPS Point System: Can You Pass? Dreaming of working in Korea? Understanding the EPS Point System is the first step! This system helps you secure job opportunities in Korea. Believe in yourself—you can do it! ๐Ÿ“š Why Learn About the EPS Point System? Passing the EPS Point System test is essential to work in Korea. Like a university entrance exam, thorough preparation is necessary. A successful result opens the door to achieving your dreams! ๐Ÿ›Ž️ What Is Evaluated in the Service Sector II Test? The Service Sector II test evaluates basic skills needed for working in Korea’s service industries. It checks your adaptability, technical skills, and cultural understanding. Proper preparation leads to better results! ๐Ÿ›️ Who Decides the Testing Policies? The test policies are determined by a special committee composed of experts. Their goal is to ensure fairness, transparency, and an accurat...

EPS Shipbuilding Basic Skills Test Guide

▶ Watch Video: EPS Shipbuilding Basic Skills Test Guide ๐Ÿšข Step 1: First Step Toward Your Dream of Working in Korea's Shipbuilding Industry If you want to work in Korea's shipbuilding industry, understanding the EPS Point System is essential. This system is the gateway to your future career. Through this test, your capabilities are assessed, helping Korea maintain its competitive edge in shipbuilding. This guide will help you prepare for the exam with detailed tips and strategies to ensure you succeed! ๐Ÿ“š Step 2: Why Is the EPS Point System Important? The EPS Point System does more than just administer exams—it ensures that skilled foreign workers are properly evaluated and integrated into Korea's shipbuilding industry. Your skills could become an essential part of Korea’s technological advancement! Through this system, you contribute to Korea’s innovation and growth. Your participation can open new opportunities for both yourself a...

EPS Fisheries Function Test Guide

▶ Watch Video: EPS Fisheries Function Test Guide ๐ŸŽฃ What Is the Fisheries Function Test Under the EPS Point System? If you dream of working in Korea’s fisheries industry, you must know about the EPS Point System! This system selects talented foreign workers through a basic function test to fill the workforce shortage in Korea's fisheries sector. It's a win-win opportunity for both employers and workers! ๐Ÿ›ฅ️ What Skills Are Evaluated in the Fisheries Test? The test checks essential skills and knowledge needed for fisheries work, such as: Handling fishing nets properly Identifying various fish species correctly Strictly following safety regulations on site It’s not just about theory—you must demonstrate real hands-on skills to prove you’re ready to work immediately at Korean fisheries! ๐Ÿš€ How Should You Start Preparing for the Test? Feeling overwhelmed? No worries! Start by carefully reviewing the test coverage an...

EPS Construction Skills Test Guide

▶ Watch Video: EPS Construction Skills Test Guide ๐Ÿ—️ Why Should You Know About the EPS Point System for Construction Jobs? If you dream of working in Korea's construction industry, you must understand the EPS Point System! It’s not just about passing a test—it’s about showcasing your hidden talents and potential. The system helps select skilled foreign workers who are perfect fits for Korean construction sites. Although procedures and criteria might seem complicated at first, don't worry! We'll guide you in a simple and fun way so you can prepare confidently and shine during the process. ๐Ÿ› ️ What Matters in the Basic Construction Skills Test? The Basic Construction Skills Test evaluates whether you can perform essential construction tasks accurately. Passing this test officially qualifies you to work at construction sites in Korea. Consistent practice and thorough preparation are key! Understand the procedures clearly and use helpf...

Can Foreigners Work in Korean Agriculture & Livestock?

▶ Watch Video: How to Achieve Your Dream in Korean Agriculture & Livestock Sector ๐ŸŒพ Can Foreigners Work in Korean Agriculture & Livestock? Dreaming of working in Korea's agriculture and livestock sector? Great news — Korea welcomes foreign workers! But first, you must pass the "EPS Function Test" designed to assess basic skills necessary for success. This test ensures you're ready to adapt to Korean work life and helps you learn essential skills. Think of it as your first step toward a stable and rewarding career! ๐ŸŒฟ How is the Test Conducted? The test focuses on practical skills like crop cultivation and livestock management. Gaining basic knowledge about Korean agriculture is vital. You can study through books, online materials, or YouTube channels related to Korean farming. The process is transparent and fair — every candidate gets an equal opportunity. Stay positive and prepare steadily to achieve great results. Think ...

EPS Interview Guide

▶ Watch Video: EPS Interview Guide for Foreign Workers 1. Why Is the EPS Interview So Important? ๐Ÿค” Welcome to all foreign job seekers who dream of working in Korea! The EPS point system interview is a crucial step you must go through. It's not just an exam—it’s your opportunity to showcase your potential and passion for Korea. Be confident and present your best self! 2. What Kind of Questions Will Be Asked? ๐Ÿ’ฌ The interview helps assess if you're the right fit for the job. Questions might include your self-introduction, motivation for applying, or past experiences. Prepare a list of expected questions and think through your answers. Keep them short and clear, and focus on highlighting your strengths honestly and sincerely. 3. How to Prepare for the Interview? ๐Ÿ“š Wear clean and neat clothes. Arrive early to calm your nerves. Smile when greeting the interviewers, and speak with confidence. If you don’t understand a question, ask for cla...

Physical Test (All Sectors)

▶ Watch Video: How to Prepare for the EPS Function Test 1. Why Is the EPS Function Test Required for Foreign Workers? ๐Ÿค” To work legally in Korea as a foreign worker, passing the EPS function test is mandatory. Especially the physical test matters because it's not just about strength — it's an evaluation of adaptability to actual job conditions. The physical test also helps showcase perseverance and responsibility. Employers want healthy workers, and this is a chance for applicants to prove their readiness. Let's take a closer look at what the test entails. 2. What Is Included in the Physical Test? ๐Ÿƒ‍♂️ The physical test consists of multiple items designed to assess overall physical fitness. While each sector may have slight variations, core test components like grip strength, sit-ups, and endurance running are widely applied. Each item has its own pass criteria. 3. How to Prepare for the Physical Test? ๐Ÿ’ช Start training at lea...

How to Prepare for the EPS Function Test

▶ Watch Video: EPS Function Test Guide The EPS function test is designed to evaluate the practical skills of foreign job applicants who wish to work in Korea. It consists of three parts: interview, physical test, and basic function test. ๐Ÿ“Œ Before the Test Before the test starts, preliminary training is provided for examiners, interpreters, and supervisors. After training, the test site is prepared, and test-takers go through identification check and receive instructions. ๐Ÿ’ช Physical Test (All Sectors) ▶ Click here to view physical test details ๐Ÿ—ฃ️ Common Interview (All Sectors) ▶ Click here to view common interview details ๐Ÿฉฑ Click to See Sector-Specific Test Instructions ▶ Sector 1: (Manufacturing, Service 1) ▶ Sector 2: (Agriculture & Livestock) ▶ Sector 3: (Construction) ▶ Sector 4: (Fisheries) ▶ Sector 5: (Shipbuilding) ▶ Sector 6: (Service 2) ▶ Sector...

King-Beginner Vocabulary Set 17: Weather

☀️ King-Beginner Set 17: Weather Learn how to describe the weather in Korean using essential vocabulary. ๋‚ ์”จ (weather) ํ˜ธ๋ž‘ํ•ด์š” (sunny) ๋น„๊ฐ€ ์™€์š” (rainy) ๋„์‚ฐ๋ฌผ์ด ๋‚ฉ๋‹ค (snowy) ๊ฐ€๋ณ์–ด์š” (cloudy) ๋ฐ”๋žŒ์ด ๋งŽ์•„์š” (windy) ๋‹ฌ์•„์š” (hot) ์–ด์ƒ€์š” (cold) ์„ ์ด ๋ณด์ด์–ด์š” (foggy) ๋‚ ์”จ๊ฐ€ ์ข‹์•„์š” (nice weather) ๐Ÿ“˜ Example Sentences 1. ์˜ค๋Š˜ ๋‚ ์”จ๊ฐ€ ์ข‹์•„์š”. (The weather is nice today.) 2. ๋‚ด์ผ๋„ ๋น„๊ฐ€ ์˜ค์š”? (Will it rain tomorrow?) 3. ๊ฐ€๋ณ๊ณ  ๊ทœ๋ณธ์ ์ด์–ด์š”. (It is cloudy and humid.) 4. ์—ฌ๋ฆ„์€ ๋‹ฌ์•„์š”. (Summer is hot.) 5. ๊ฒจ์šธ์—๋Š” ๋„์‚ฐ์ด ๋งŽ์ด ๋‚ด๋ฆด ๊ฒƒ์ด์—์š”. (It will snow a lot in winter.) ๐Ÿค” Quiz What is the Korean word for "rainy"? Translate: "The weather is nice today." Choose the correct word for "cloudy". What does "์–ด์ƒ€์š”" mean? Translate: "It is cloudy and humid." What is the Korean word for "sunny"? Choose the correct sentence for "Will it rain tomorrow?" What is the difference...

King-Beginner Vocabulary Set 16: Family Members

๐Ÿ† King-Beginner Set 16: Family Members Learn how to talk about your family in Korean with the most essential vocabulary. ๊ฐ€์กฑ (family) ์•„๋ฒ„์ง€ (father) ์–ด๋จธ๋‹ˆ (mother) ํ˜• (older brother - for males) ์˜ค๋น  (older brother - for females) ๋ˆ„๋‚˜ (older sister - for males) ์–ธ๋‹ˆ (older sister - for females) ๋™์ƒ (younger sibling) ํ• ์•„๋ฒ„์ง€ (grandfather) ํ• ๋จธ๋‹ˆ (grandmother) ๐Ÿ“˜ Example Sentences 1. ์ €์˜ ๊ฐ€์กฑ์€ ๋„ค ๋ช…์ด์—์š”. (My family has four people.) 2. ์•„๋ฒ„์ง€๋Š” ํšŒ์‚ฌ์›์ด์—์š”. (My father is an office worker.) 3. ์–ด๋จธ๋‹ˆ๋Š” ์š”๋ฆฌ๋ฅผ ์ž˜ํ•ด์š”. (My mother is good at cooking.) 4. ํ˜•์€ ๋Œ€ํ•™์ƒ์ด์—์š”. (My older brother is a college student.) 5. ํ• ๋จธ๋‹ˆ๋Š” ์นœ์ ˆํ•˜์„ธ์š”. (My grandmother is kind.) ๐Ÿง Quiz What is the Korean word for "mother"? Translate: "My father is an office worker." Choose the correct word for "grandfather". What does "๋™์ƒ" mean? Translate: "My family has four people." What is th...

King-Beginner Vocabulary Set 15: Colors

๐ŸŒˆ King-Beginner Set 15: Colors Master basic Korean color names with daily examples. ๋นจ๊ฐ„์ƒ‰ (red) ํ•˜๋Š˜์ƒ‰ (blue) ๋…น์ƒ‰ (green) ๋‹ญ์ƒ‰ (yellow) ํŒŒ๋ž€์ƒ‰ (blue) ํƒ€์ž„์ƒ‰ (brown) ๊ฒ€์ƒ‰ (black) ํƒ€ํŒŒ์ƒ‰ (purple) ํ”ผ์–ด์ƒ‰ (pink) ํŒ”๊ฐ€์ƒ‰ (gray) ๐Ÿ“˜ Example Sentences 1. ์ด ์‚ฌ๊ฐ์€ ๋นจ๊ฐ„์ƒ‰์ด์—์š”. (This apple is red.) 2. ํ•˜๋Š˜์€ ํ•˜๋Š˜์ƒ‰์ด์—์š”. (The sky is blue.) 3. ์ด ๋ฐ”์œ„๋Š” ๋…น์ƒ‰์ด์—์š”. (This chair is green.) 4. ๋‹ญ์ƒ‰ ์กฐ๋ช…์€ ๋ณด๊ธฐ ํž˜๋“ค์–ด์š”. (Yellow lights are hard to see.) 5. ์ € ์Šฌ๋ž˜๋“œ์€ ๊ฒ€์ƒ‰์ด์—์š”. (That dress is black.) ๐Ÿง  Quiz What is the Korean word for "green"? Translate: "This apple is red." Choose the correct word for "blue". Translate: "The sky is blue." What does "์ด ๋ฐ”์œ„๋Š” ๋…น์ƒ‰์ด์—์š”." mean? What is the Korean word for "gray"? Translate: "That dress is black." What color is "ํŒŒ๋ž€์ƒ‰"? Translate: "This chair is green." Fill in the blank: ์ด ์‚ฌ๊ฐ์€ ___...

King-Beginner Vocabulary Set 14: Numbers

๐Ÿ“… King-Beginner Set 14: Numbers Learn essential Korean numbers and their everyday usage. ํ•˜๋‚˜ (one) ๋‘˜ (two) ์…‹ (three) ๋„ท (four) ๋‹ค์„ฏ (five) ์—ฌ์„ฏ (six) ์ผ๊ณฑ (seven) ์—ฌ๋Ÿ (eight) ์•„ํ™‰ (nine) ์—ด (ten) ๐Ÿ“˜ Example Sentences 1. ์‚ฌ๊ณผ ํ•˜๋‚˜ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (Please give me one apple.) 2. ์ €๋Š” ๋‹ค์„ฏ ๋ช…์˜ ๊ฐ€์กฑ์ด ์žˆ์–ด์š”. (I have a family of five.) 3. ์—ด ์‹œ์— ๋งŒ๋‚˜์š”. (Let's meet at 10 o'clock.) 4. ์นœ๊ตฌ๊ฐ€ ์…‹ ์žˆ์–ด์š”. (I have three friends.) 5. ๋ฌผ ๋‘ ๋ณ‘ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (Please give me two bottles of water.) ๐Ÿง  Quiz What is the Korean word for "three"? Translate: "I have a family of five." What does "ํ•˜๋‚˜" mean? Choose the correct word for "nine". Translate: "Let's meet at 10 o'clock." Fill in the blank: ์‚ฌ๊ณผ ___ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (Please give me one apple.) What is the meaning of "์—ด"? How do you say "two bottles of water" in Korean? Translate: ...

King-Beginner Vocabulary Set 13: Shopping

๐Ÿฌ King-Beginner Set 13: Shopping Learn key Korean words and phrases for shopping at markets, stores, and malls. ๊ฐ€๊ฒŒ (store) ์‹œ์žฅ (market) ๋ฐฑํ™”์  (department store) ๊ฐ€๊ฒฉ (price) ํ• ์ธ (discount) ์˜์ˆ˜์ฆ (receipt) ๊ณ„์‚ฐ๋Œ€ (checkout counter) ํ˜„๊ธˆ (cash) ์นด๋“œ (card) ๋ฌผ๊ฑด (item/product) ๐Ÿ“˜ Example Sentences 1. ์ด ๊ฐ€๊ฒŒ๋Š” ์‹ธ์š”. (This store is cheap.) 2. ์‹œ์žฅ์—์„œ ๊ณผ์ผ์„ ์‚ฌ์š”. (I buy fruit at the market.) 3. ์นด๋“œ๋กœ ๊ณ„์‚ฐํ•ด์š”. (I pay by card.) 4. ์ด ๋ฌผ๊ฑด์€ ์–ผ๋งˆ์˜ˆ์š”? (How much is this item?) 5. ํ• ์ธ ์žˆ์–ด์š”? (Is there a discount?) ๐Ÿง  Quiz What is the Korean word for "market"? Translate: "I pay by card." What does "ํ• ์ธ" mean? Choose the correct word for "receipt". Translate: "How much is this item?" Fill in the blank: ______์—์„œ ์‚ฌ์š”. (I buy it at the store.) What is the meaning of "๊ฐ€๊ฒŒ"? How do you say "discount" in Korean? Translate: ...

King-Beginner Vocabulary Set 12: Transportation

๐ŸšŒ King-Beginner Set 12: Transportation Learn the most useful words to get around Korea by bus, subway, train, and more. ๋ฒ„์Šค (bus) ์ง€ํ•˜์ฒ  (subway) ๊ธฐ์ฐจ (train) ํ•ซ์—… (transfer) ํƒ์ƒ‰ (destination) ํ•ซ์†์— ๋“ค์–ด๊ฐ€๋Š” ๊ฒƒ (boarding) ํƒ€๋ฅธ (get off) ์—ญ (station) ํ†ต์‹ ์นด๋“œ (transportation card) ํƒ์‚ฌํ•˜๋‹ค (to commute) ๐Ÿ“˜ Example Sentences 1. ๋ฒ„์Šค๋ฅผ ํƒ€์š”. (I take the bus.) 2. ์ง€ํ•˜์ฒ ์€ ํ‰์†Œ์— ๋น ๋ฅธ ์ด๋™ ๋ฐฉ๋ฒ•์ด์—์š”. (Subway is a fast way to move around.) 3. ์—ญ์—์„œ ๋‚ด๋ ค์š”. (Get off at the station.) 4. ์ €๋Š” ๋‚ฎ 9์‹œ์— ํƒ€๋ฅธ์—์š”. (I get off at 9 a.m.) 5. ์ด ์นด๋“œ๋Š” ์ง€ํ•˜์ฒ ๊ณผ ๋ฒ„์Šค์—์„œ ์‚ฌ์šฉํ•  ์ˆ˜ ์žˆ์–ด์š”. (This card can be used on subway and bus.) ๐Ÿง  Quiz What is the Korean word for "subway"? Translate: "I take the bus." What does "ํƒ์ƒ‰" mean? Choose the correct word for "station". Translate: "This card can be used on subway and bus." Fill in the blank: ์ €๋Š” ๊ธฐ์ฐจ์— ______. (I board the train.) What’s the meaning...

King-Beginner Vocabulary Set 11: Time & Clock

⏰ King-Beginner Set 11: Time & Clock Master essential Korean words for telling the time and understanding daily schedules. ์‹œ๊ฐ„ (time) ์‹œ๊ณ„ (clock/watch) ์ง€๊ธˆ (now) ์˜ค๋Š˜ (today) ๋‚ด์ผ (tomorrow) ์–ด์ œ (yesterday) ์˜ค์ „ (a.m.) ์˜คํ›„ (p.m.) ๋ถ„ (minute) ์ดˆ (second) ๐Ÿ“˜ Example Sentences 1. ์ง€๊ธˆ ๋ช‡ ์‹œ์˜ˆ์š”? (What time is it now?) 2. ์˜ค๋Š˜์€ ํ™”์š”์ผ์ด์—์š”. (Today is Tuesday.) 3. ์‹œ๊ณ„๋ฅผ ๋ด์š”. (I look at the clock.) 4. ์ˆ˜์—…์€ ์˜ค์ „ 9์‹œ์— ์‹œ์ž‘ํ•ด์š”. (The class starts at 9 a.m.) 5. ์šฐ๋ฆฌ๋Š” ์˜คํ›„ 3์‹œ์— ๋งŒ๋‚˜์š”. (We meet at 3 p.m.) ๐Ÿง  Quiz How do you say "clock" in Korean? Translate: "What time is it now?" What does "๋ถ„" mean? Fill in the blank: ______์€ ์›”์š”์ผ์ด์—์š”. (Today is Monday.) What is "์˜ค์ „" used for? Translate: "We meet at 3 p.m." What’s the opposite of "๋‚ด์ผ"? Choose the correct word for "second". Which word means "minute"? Wh...

Korea Entry Guide: Quarantine Rules for Foreign Workers

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1. Why Is Quarantine Info Important Before Entering Korea? Planning to work in Korea? Besides packing your bags, you need to know the quarantine procedures and what not to bring. Korea strictly monitors disease control. Bringing restricted items may lead to fines or even denial of entry. 2. What Items Are Banned in Korea? Fruits & Plants: No fresh mangoes, papayas, limes. Potatoes, peanuts with shells, and muddy vegetables are banned. No seedlings or live insects. Animals & Meats: No pets or birds. No beef, pork, chicken, sausages, jerky, canned meat, or pet food. Violators can be fined up to 10 million KRW. Always double-check before packing! 3. What If You Accidentally Bring Banned Items? Don't hide them — declare them! Submit a Traveler’s Declaration Form at customs. Declared items may be returned or destroyed without penalty. Some items may be allowed with a valid quarantine certificate from the origin country....

Must-Know: Korea's 4 Major Insurances for Foreign Workers

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1. What Are Korea's 4 Major Insurances? If you're working in Korea, you've probably heard of the "4 Major Insurances" — National Health Insurance, Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance, Employment Insurance, and National Pension. These apply to both Koreans and foreign workers, helping everyone stay protected during sickness, injury, unemployment, and retirement. 2. Mandatory or Optional? National Health Insurance and Industrial Accident Insurance are mandatory for all workers regardless of visa type or nationality. Employers pay all of the industrial accident insurance premium. Employment Insurance and National Pension depend on visa/residency type. The pension may be refunded upon leaving Korea if your country has a social security agreement with Korea. 3. Who Pays and How Much? Each insurance has different payment rules: Health Insurance: Split 50/50 between worker and employer. Industrial ...

Safety First: A Guide for Foreign Workers in Korea

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1. Why is Safety So Important? If you’re working in a factory or construction site, safety is not an option — it’s a must! Wearing protective gear and knowing emergency exits can save lives, including yours and your coworkers. 2. Wear Protective Gear Protective equipment like helmets, gloves, safety shoes, and goggles keep you safe from injuries. Even if uncomfortable, always wear them. Make it a habit to inspect them before use. 3. How to Handle Hazardous Materials Safely Store chemicals properly, wear protective gloves and masks, and always ventilate your space. Wash hands before meals and seek medical help if you come into contact with harmful substances. 4. Understand Safety Signs Type Color/Shape Meaning Example Prohibition Red Circle Do Not Do No Fire, No Entry Warning Yellow Triangle ...

Discover Korea's Regions: What Makes Each One Unique?

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๐Ÿ™️ How is Korea Divided? Korea has 17 metropolitan and provincial governments and 226 local governments. These regions are administratively independent, each with its own strengths and unique characteristics. Special Cities : Political and cultural centers like Seoul. Metropolitan Cities : Large cities like Busan with economic power and port access. Provinces : Support regional development and balanced growth. Special Autonomous Regions : Focused on customized development. ๐ŸŒ† Spotlight on Seoul, Busan & Gangwon Seoul : Capital city, full of museums, galleries, and nightlife. Busan : A marine city known for Haeundae & Gwangalli beaches. Gangwon : Home to 2018 Winter Olympics and top ski resorts. ⚙️ Industrial Hotspots: Ulsan, Geoje & Gyeonggi-do Ulsan and Geoje lead Korea's shipbuilding industry, offering many jobs for foreign workers. Gyeonggi-do, especially Siheung, is a hub for the ...

Korea's Four Seasons: How to Enjoy Them Safely

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๐ŸŒ What Makes Korea's Seasons Special? Korea is a country with four distinct seasons — spring, summer, autumn, and winter — each offering a unique experience. From cherry blossoms in spring to winter snacks and kimchi-making season, you’ll love exploring the changes year-round. Spring : Cherry blossom festivals, picnics, and mild weather. Summer : Hot weather during Sambok days — Koreans eat Samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) to regain energy. Autumn : Beautiful foliage, night palace tours at Gyeongbokgung and fireworks festivals. Winter : Street foods like hotteok and roasted sweet potatoes, plus the traditional kimchi-making season (Kimjang), a UNESCO heritage! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Beat the Summer Heat Safely To avoid air-conditioning illness and fire risks, keep temperatures moderate, ventilate your room, and clean filters regularly. Avoid using damaged power strips and never overload your outlets! ❄️ Winter Prep: Prevent Pipe Freez...

Why Is Korean Age So Complicated?

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๐Ÿ‘ฅ Why Do Koreans Ask Your Age First? Age plays a big role in Korean culture. Influenced by Confucian traditions, respect is often shown based on age. That’s why people ask your age right away — it helps them choose the proper titles and speech level (formal or informal). ๐Ÿ”ข What Are Korean Age Types? Koreans have traditionally used 3 different age systems: Korean age (์„ธ๋Š” ๋‚˜์ด), international age (๋งŒ ๋‚˜์ด), and year age (์—ฐ ๋‚˜์ด). It can get confusing for foreigners! Korean Age (์„ธ๋Š” ๋‚˜์ด) : Starts at 1 at birth. Everyone gains a year on January 1st. International Age (๋งŒ ๋‚˜์ด) : Starts at 0 at birth, gains a year on your birthday. Since June 28, 2023, this is the legal standard in Korea. Year Age (์—ฐ ๋‚˜์ด) : Calculated by subtracting birth year from current year. Used in military service and youth protection laws. ๐Ÿ—“️ What Is "Fast Born" (๋น ๋ฅธ ๋…„์ƒ)? Before 2009, children born between January and February could start school a year ear...

What Makes Korean Public Transport So Special?

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1. ๐ŸŒŸ Why Is Korean Public Transport So Highly Rated? Ranked 7th among 46 major countries, Korea’s public transport system is famous for its convenience and affordability. With just one transport card, you can access buses, subways, and trains—and enjoy transfer discounts too! 2. ๐ŸšŒ๐Ÿš‡๐Ÿš„ Types of Public Transport & How to Use Them Buses : Affordable, accessible with many stops. In cities, take local buses; for long distances, use intercity or express buses (₩1,500 in Seoul as of Sep 2023). Subways : Best for rush hours, especially in big cities like Seoul (₩1,250 as of Sep 2023). Seamless transfers with buses. Avoid traffic and save time! Trains : KTX, Saemaeul, Mugunghwa trains are ideal for long-distance travel. They connect easily with other transport systems. ๐Ÿš Comparison Table Transport Features Pros Cons Bus Low cost, high accessibility ...

EPS Permit System: How It Supports Korea's Economy

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1. ๐Ÿค” What is the EPS Permit System? The Employment Permit System (EPS) allows Korea to legally hire foreign workers where domestic labor is scarce. It supports economic productivity in key industries and creates mutual benefits for both Korea and sending countries. 2. ๐ŸŒ Partner Countries in EPS Countries in this post: Cambodia, China, Bangladesh, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, Myanmar, Timor-Leste, Laos. Each has unique culture and labor conditions. ๐Ÿ“Œ Cambodia Famous for Angkor Wat. Capital: Phnom Penh. Languages: Khmer, French, English. Economy growing via energy & gas sectors. ๐Ÿ“Œ China Large territory and population. Capital: Beijing. Language: Mandarin. Home to diverse ethnic minorities. ๐Ÿ“Œ Bangladesh Very high population density. Capital: Dhaka. Language: Bengali. Strong textile industry drives economic growth. ๐Ÿ“Œ Kyrgyzstan Known as "Alps of Central Asia." Capital: Bishkek. Languages: Kyrgyz & Russian. Major e...

Cultural Guide for Korean Employers: Understanding 17 EPS Countries

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1. ๐Ÿค” Why Should Employers Learn About Foreign Worker Cultures? Hiring foreign workers is common in Korea today. Understanding their cultural backgrounds helps build respect, reduce conflicts, and boost productivity. From religion to communication styles, respecting these differences creates a positive workplace. 2. ๐ŸŒ What Countries Are in the EPS Program? Korea has EPS agreements with 16 countries: Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Cambodia, China, Bangladesh, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, Myanmar, Timor-Leste, and Laos. This post covers the first 8 countries: Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, and Pakistan. Stay tuned for Part 2! ๐Ÿ“Œ Philippines Archipelago of 7,500+ islands. Capital: Manila. Languages: Tagalog & English. ~79% are Catholic. Historic ties with Korea since 1949. Sent over 7,000 troops during the Korean War. ๐Ÿ“Œ Thailand Located in Sou...

Korean Holidays & Paid Leave Tips for Foreign Workers

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1. ๐Ÿค” Why Should You Know Korean Holidays? Korean holidays like Seollal (Lunar New Year) and Chuseok (Harvest Festival) are deeply rooted in family and cultural traditions. Knowing these can help foreign workers understand Korean society better and feel more connected. During these times, families gather, eat special foods like tteokguk or songpyeon , and express gratitude to ancestors. 2. ๐Ÿ—“️ How to Spend Seollal and Chuseok? Seollal falls on Lunar January 1. It involves family gatherings, respectful bows to elders, and eating tteokguk . Chuseok is on Lunar August 15, when Koreans look at the full moon and enjoy songpyeon . Foreign workers are invited to join events, cook traditional food, and play folk games. Check nearby support centers for events and gifts during holidays. 3. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท What Are Other National Holidays? Korea observes holidays like Independence Movement Day (March 1), Children’s Day (May 5), Memorial Day (June 6), Liberation Day ...

How to Communicate Better in Korea?

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1. ๐Ÿค” Why Do Koreans Ask Personal Questions? In Korea, it’s common to ask “How old are you?”, “Are you married?”, or “Where do you live?” even when meeting someone for the first time. It may feel uncomfortable, but it usually comes from a place of curiosity and friendliness. If it feels too personal, it’s okay to say, “I’m not comfortable answering that.” 2. ๐Ÿง  Does "Cool" Really Mean Cool? Korean Language Surprises! Korean has expressions with hidden meanings. For example, “์‹œ์›ํ•˜๋‹ค (shiwonhada)” is often said after eating hot soup! It doesn’t mean cold — it means refreshing or satisfying. Also, “Let’s eat sometime” may just be polite and not a real plan. Understanding the context is key in Korean conversations. 3. ๐Ÿ“ฑ What Messenger App Do Koreans Use? KakaoTalk is Korea’s most used messenger app. It’s used for chatting, calling, and sending fun emojis. In 2022, it was the most used app in Korea! Knowing how to use KakaoTalk is essential...

How to Adapt to Work Life in Korea

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1. ๐Ÿค” What’s Different About Korean Workplaces? Korean work culture may feel strict at first. Hierarchy is important, and titles matter. Always follow rules and report problems to your boss instead of handling them alone. Safety is highly valued, so respect procedures and teamwork. 2. ๐Ÿ—ฃ️ How Should You Address People? Use job titles with respect — say “Manager Kim” or just “Manager.” For peers, “Kim Daeri” is fine, but if they’re older or more experienced, use honorifics. For juniors or no-title staff, use "Mr./Ms. + name" respectfully. Each company may have its own style, so observe carefully! 3. ๐Ÿš Dining Etiquette at Work? Meal time is social and important. Juniors often set water and dishes. When sharing stew, serve elders first. Don’t make loud eating sounds, and cover your mouth when talking while eating. Use chopsticks properly — never dig around! 4. ๐Ÿ‘‹ How to Make a Good Impression with Greetings? Say “์•ˆ๋…•ํ•˜์„ธ์š” (Annyeongh...

Essential Survival Tips for Foreign Workers in Korea

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๐Ÿค” What to Do in Emergency Situations? If you experience accidents or crimes, call 112 . For fires or medical emergencies, call 119 . You can also use SMS or video calls. For multi-language support and image-based reporting, use the Emergency App , which supports English, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Tagalog. ๐Ÿ˜ฅ Facing Language or Culture Differences? Don’t suffer alone! Call the Multilingual Counseling Center at 1577-0072 and press your country code + *. Support is available in 18 languages. You can also visit the Foreign Workers Support Center for Korean classes, job tips, and cultural events. ๐ŸŒƒ What 24-Hour Services Exist in Korea? Korea offers 24-hour services like convenience stores, PC rooms, and emergency rooms. You can buy snacks, medicine, and even print documents at night. Use the "ํœด์ผ ์ง€ํ‚ด์ด ์•ฝ๊ตญ" search to find night pharmacies. ๐Ÿ“ Summary: Save These Numbers ๐Ÿšจ Emergency Police: 112 ๐Ÿš’ Emergency Fire/Rescue: 11...