Korean Address System Explained: Road, Lot Number, and English in One Guide
A complete guide to the Korean address system for newcomers. Understand road addresses, lot numbers, English format, and zip codes with real examples.
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Practical guides on Korean addresses, English address formatting, international shipping, and more.
Complete Guide: How to Write a Korean Address for International Shipping
How to fill in a Korean address for Amazon, eBay, DHL, FedEx, and other international services. Address Line 1/2, Zip examples, apartment format, and 7 common mistakes to avoid.
Read →Gangnam vs Gangbuk: The Two Faces of Seoul Divided by the Han River
An introduction to Seoul's two halves: Gangnam (south of the Han River) and Gangbuk (north). Key roads, address patterns, and what each area is known for.
Read →10 Most Common Mistakes When Writing a Korean Address in English
The most frequent errors when converting Korean addresses to English, with correct examples for each. Covers building number order, district notation, apartment format, and country name.
Read →Korean Apartment Address Guide: From Dong/Ho to English Format
How Korean apartment addresses work: complex name, dong, ho, and English format. Examples for international shipping, visa forms, and the difference between apartment types.
Read →How to Convert a Lot Number Address to a Road Address in Korea
How to find the road address (doromyeong) for an old lot number (jibun) address. Why they differ, how to search, and five real conversion examples.
Read →How to Write a Korean Address on a Visa Application
How to write a Korean address in English on US, UK, Japan, and Australian visa applications. Getting an address certificate, field-by-field examples, and formats for apartments and officetels.
Read →How to Enter Your Korean Address for International Online Shopping (Amazon, eBay, AliExpress)
A step-by-step guide to entering your Korean address correctly on Amazon, eBay, AliExpress, and other international shopping sites — including apartment numbers, zip codes, and name format.
Read →Korean Postal Code Complete Guide: How to Find, Read, and Use 5-Digit ZIP Codes
Everything about Korean postal codes: how to find your 5-digit ZIP code, understand the numbering system, use it in English addresses, and the difference from the old 6-digit system.
Read →Complete Korean Address Guide for Foreigners: Registration, Living, and Delivery
Everything foreigners living in Korea need to know about addresses: alien registration, English format, receiving international packages, and using addresses for banks and government services.
Read →History of Korean Addresses: Why Korea Switched from Lot Numbers to Road Names
From the Joseon-era village system to Japanese-era lot numbers, and finally the 2014 road name address reform — a clear explanation of why and how Korea changed its address system.
Read →How to Search Korean Addresses on Google Maps & Get the English Version
How to search Korean addresses on Google Maps, when to use Korean vs English, what to do when a location doesn't show up, and how to share a Maps link.
Read →How to Write a Korean Address for International Parcels (DHL, FedEx, EMS)
Step-by-step guide to writing a Korean delivery address for international couriers like DHL, FedEx, UPS, and EMS — including English format, apartment numbers, phone numbers, and customs tips.
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