How do I pack for Korea?

A little preparation can go a long way in making sure you can enjoy all the highlights and once in a lifetime experiences.
  1. A portable charger and power adapters. ...
  2. Comfortable clothes and shoes. ...
  3. Medicines. ...
  4. A list of public holidays in Korea. ...
  5. A surgical mask. ...
  6. A large fashion bag for shopping. ...
  7. Personal hygiene products.




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Pack clothes suitable for the season and weather conditions during your visit. South Korea has four distinct seasons, so check the forecast before you go. Bring lightweight and breathable clothes for summer, including shorts, t-shirts, and dresses. For spring and autumn, pack layers like light jackets or sweaters.

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You can bring Korean won and/or foreign currency worth up to $10,000 USD into South Korea.

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All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you. In addition to a personal item (overcoat, laptop, purse) passengers are allowed one carry-on bag whose dimensions (length + height + width) does not exceed 115 cm/45 ins and which does not weigh more than 12 kg/25 lbs.

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South Korean locals love to walk, so comfortable shoes are a must. White sneakers and simple flats are a popular choice for both men and women. However, it's important to note that many Koreans avoid wearing sandals, as they believe exposing your toes can make you more susceptible to catching a cold.

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Budget-Friendly Travel Planning Past travelers have spent, on average, ?38,176 ($29) on meals for one day and ?21,533 ($16) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in South Korea for a couple is ?133,776 ($101). So, a trip to South Korea for two people for one week costs on average ?2,070,644 ($1,557).

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You can bring up to 6 bottles of medication (for personal use) that don't contain any narcotics or amphetamines.

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With the Approval of the Airlines: Maximum two 100Wh-160Wh spare lithium-ion batteries (including a Portable Battery Supply Device and Power Bank) per person may be carried in a carry-on baggage on board.

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With the exception of balls, many pieces of sporting equipment such as baseball bats, golf clubs, ski poles, hockey sticks, lacrosse sticks, martial arts weapons, hiking poles, and tent spikes/poles, are prohibited from carry-on luggage and must be transported in checked baggage.

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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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We recommend that you bring your home currency to Korea and exchange some of it at the airport first because you'll want to have cash on you as soon as you arrive. Rates at the airport banks can be expensive, so avoid those!

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