ISOFIC 2024 | Useful Information
Useful Information
Time
When Indicating Korea Time: Present Time (GMT+9) / No daylight savings time.
Weather
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Currency & Foreign Exchange
The basic currency of Korea is won (KRW). Notes include KW 1,000, KW 5,000, KW 10,000, and KW 50,000 denominations, while coins include KW 10, KW 50, KW 100, and KW 500 denominations.
Major foreign currencies that can be exchanged at banks, hotels, and the airport include the US Dollar, Japanese Yen, Euro, and UK Sterling. Most hotels, restaurants, and shops accept major international credit cards including Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Master Card, and JCB. Foreign-issued ATM cards may have limited use
The exchange rate is subject to market fluctuations.
Major foreign currencies that can be exchanged at banks, hotels, and the airport include the US Dollar, Japanese Yen, Euro, and UK Sterling. Most hotels, restaurants, and shops accept major international credit cards including Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Master Card, and JCB. Foreign-issued ATM cards may have limited use
The exchange rate is subject to market fluctuations.
ATM (Automated Teller Machines)
Travelers who carry internationally recognized credit cards can get a cash advance in Korea Won from Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) installed at airports, major hotels, department stores, subway stations and tourist attractions. ATMs are in operation 24 hours a day. Most large stores, hotels and restaurants in Korea accept major international credit cards. However it is advisable to carry some cash, since many smaller establishments and stores are unlikely to accept credit cards.
Tip & Tax
TIP: Tipping is not a regular practice in Korea. Service charges are included in your bill for rooms, meals and other services at hotels and upscale restaurants. Koreans occasionally do tip when they are especially pleased with the service they receive.
TAX: Visitors can receive a refund on a receipt for a minimum purchase of KRW 50,000 (around US$52). To receive this refund, present refund receipts with the purchased goods at the customs desk at the Incheon International Airport when departing. These receipts can be cashed in at the Cash Refund Office in front of the Airport Duty Free Shop.
TAX: Visitors can receive a refund on a receipt for a minimum purchase of KRW 50,000 (around US$52). To receive this refund, present refund receipts with the purchased goods at the customs desk at the Incheon International Airport when departing. These receipts can be cashed in at the Cash Refund Office in front of the Airport Duty Free Shop.
Electricity
The standard electricity supply is 220-volts AC/60 cycles.
Cellular phone
You may rent a cell phone at the Incheon International Airport. Users can rent a handset and pay rental and call charges upon returning the phone. Applicants require identification, credit card, and a service contract (available at the booth).
Simcard: You may buy a sim card at the Incheon International Airport. You can ask the Information Help Desk at the airport for way to sim card counters.
Simcard: You may buy a sim card at the Incheon International Airport. You can ask the Information Help Desk at the airport for way to sim card counters.