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■ Tipping & VAT (Value Added Tax)

Tipping is not regular practice in Korea.
Value-added Tax and service charges are usually included in the consumer price. However, some hotels and luxurious restaurants may not be inclusive of service charges and VATs.


■ Electricity

Voltage: 220V
The outlet has 2 round holes and also used in France, Germany, Austria, Greece, Turkey and many other countries.
In case you don't have multi-adapter, you can buy one at the airport/the duty free shops/convenience stores or borrow from the hotel's front desk.


■ Emergency & Useful Contacts in Korea

	Emergency calls (24 hours) - Police: 112 - Fire & Ambulance: 119 - Emergency Medical Information Center: 1339 - Local Telephone Number Guide: 114
	For visitors from overseas - Seoul's Dasan 120 Call Center: 120 (for foreign language: 09:00-19:00) - Seoul Global Center: 1688-0120 (09:00-18:00, weekdays only) - Korean Tourism Organization Information: 1330 (24 hours)