Travel through Chinese/Korean immigration/customs individually or together?

1. Do I have to go through customs for a connecting flight in Seoul?
2. Can you have two Korean passports?
3. Is Korean immigration strict?
4. What is personal Customs Code Korea?
5. Can I transfer in Seoul Airport?
6. How can I transfer to Incheon Airport?
7. Can foreigners become Korean citizens?
8. Does marrying a Korean give citizenship?
9. Can foreigners join the South Korean army?
10. Do foreigners get paid less in Korea?
11. How can I permanently live in Korea?
12. Is South Korea good for immigrants?

Do I have to go through customs for a connecting flight in Seoul?

You do not pass through customs or passport control, unless you are entering South Korea. There is one additional security check for international transfers, and the process is extremely efficient. Your baggage should be checked through by your airline if your journey was booked as one itinerary.

Can you have two Korean passports?

Dual Citizenship South Korea

As a rule, dual citizenship in Korea is not allowed. The law explicitly states that one who has acquired Korean citizenship must renounce the citizenship of another country within one year, while Korean nationals lose their Korean citizenship as soon as they acquire a foreign one.

Is Korean immigration strict?

Although immigration to South Korea is low due to strict immigration policies, it is on the rise. As of 2016, foreign residents accounted for 3.4% of the total population.

What is personal Customs Code Korea?

The RRN is a 13-digit number issued to all residents of Korea. ... The PCCC comprises 12 digits starting with the alphabet letter P (e.g. P123123123123) and is issued by the KCS to those planning to ship personal goods into or out of Korea.

Can I transfer in Seoul Airport?

Description. Incheon International Airport provides free transfer guide service to make your transfer easier. Transfer guides will guide you from your arrival gate to Transfer security check, duty-free shops, transfer passenger amenities and your departure gate. Feel free to transfer at Incheon Airport.

How can I transfer to Incheon Airport?

Transferring from. Terminal 1

Arrive at Terminal 1 Floor 2. Go through Security Check for transfer, as for regular departure. Use the Shuttle Train from Terminal 1 Basement 1 to Proceed to Concourse. Pass through the Auto Transfer Gate (ATG) at Concourse Basement 1 for transfer.

Can foreigners become Korean citizens?

In order to become a citizen of South Korea, most foreigners go through the naturalization process. There are three ways you can become a naturalized citizen of South Korea. ... In order to qualify for general naturalization you must have lived in South Korea for more than five years consecutively.

Does marrying a Korean give citizenship?

You can get Korean citizenship by marrying a Korean. Foreigners can get an F-2-1 visa for one year after marriage with a Korean citizen. ... In accordance with the nationality law revised in June 1998, you have to stay in Korea for two years after your marriage.

Can foreigners join the South Korean army?

Foreigners are not drafted in Korea, but if you have a Korean passport and are within the age group you may be drafted. Conditions for Korean military are fairly poor, and low pay. You get one free leave to go home each year with free transportation.

Do foreigners get paid less in Korea?

There are minimum wage laws in Korea that are enforced, they apply to anyone and everyone. Most foreigners don't speak the language, so that's probably one main reason they get paid less.

How can I permanently live in Korea?

Permanent residence in South Korea

1. Applying for a residence permit. Applying for permanent residency can take place either before or while you are in South Korea. ...
2. Naturalisation – becoming a South Korean citizen. Acquirement of citizenship in South Korea is increasing in popularity but in no way easy. ...
3. Application process.

Is South Korea good for immigrants?

As described in the new national plan for immigration policy, the government claims a world-class South Korea welcoming of foreigners. However, critics argue that the government's goals and policies are fundamentally discriminatory.