Living in Korea

UNIST Life

If you want to use your own phone here, make sure it is unlocked before you arrive.
Even if your phone stays locked, you can still connect to Wi-Fi and use apps like messaging or internet services while online

Here are some helpful apps that make daily life in Korea easier:
- Kakao Talk: A very popular messaging and calling app used by people across Korea. You can stay in touch with friends anywhere.
- Naver Map: A navigation app with bus, subway, and walking directions, plus info on nearby places like restaurants, banks, and stores.
- Naver Papago: A translation app with text, voice, and AI translation features to help you communicate.
- Delivery Apps: Apps like Baedal Minjok, Yogiyo, and Coupang Eats let you order meals and check delivery times.

There are three major mobile providers here: KT, SKT, and LG U+.
- KT: 1588-8001
- LG U+: 1544-0010
- SK(T-World): 1599-0011
To subscribe to a mobile plan, you usually need your passport and residence card.
If you plan to stay for a short time, a prepaid plan may be easier since it does not require a residence card.
For longer stays, signing a monthly contract plan can be more cost-effective.

The following documents can be obtained by visiting the nearby Community Service Center at the address below:
[Address: Beomseo-eup Community Service Center (범서읍 행정복지센터), Cheonsang-ri (천상리)]
- Certificate of Foreign Registration (can be used as a substitute for the Foreign Registration Card): passport and a 2,000 KRW fee required
- Certificate of Entry and Exit Records