E-2 Visa Requirements and Changes
Written by Katy Clements. I live in Mokpo, which is a port city located southwest of Gwangju. It is a smaller city, and for me, renewing my visa has always … Read More
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Gwangju Talks: January
We ask members of the community what they would do to help the community if they could create a social program or charitable organization
Social Security Agreement for Australians
This month the National Pension Services (NPS) discusses the Social Security Agreement for Australians.
Korea In The World: Croatia
The “Sisters Over Flowers” TV show has brought interest in Croatia to Korea. A Korean in Croatia reports back.
Social Security Agreement for Foreigners
This month the SSA discusses social security provisions for Canada.
Guide to the National Pension for Foreigners
This guide outlines important information regarding National Pension for foreigners.
Health: Is my Korean dentist afraid of me?
Do Korean dentists treat foreigners differently than Koreans? What is the key to effective communication?
MBC’s Video: A Response
In late May, Korean TV network MBC broadcast a short “news” piece titled “The Shocking Truth about Dating Foreigners”, a heavily biased, sensationalized report negatively portraying Westerners in Korea. It drew sharp criticism from the local expat community, with protest groups and petitions quickly appearing on and offline. Here Rachel Redfern contributes her own response to the video.