Passport/Visa Requirements: Citizens of Canada and the U.S. need passports but not visas. Proof of onward passage and sufficient funds also are required. Departure tax of 4,000 SKW for domestic flights is included in airfare. Reconfirm travel document requirements with your carrier before departure.
Languages: Korean, English.
Predominant Religions: Christianity, Buddhism.
Time Zone: 9 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+9 GMT). Daylight Saving Time is not observed.
Voltage Requirements: Outlets for 220 volts are the most common—the older 110 volt outlets are quickly disappearing.
Telephone Codes: 82, country code; 2,city code;