Korea Life Tools by westc

Leaving Korea: practical tools for foreign residents

Leaving can create several separate timelines. Use a focused checklist, keep evidence, and confirm each payment or procedure with the institution or contract party responsible for it.

Departure tool

Full departure

Leaving Korea Checklist

Review 24 tasks or focus on final pay, housing, pension and insurance, bank and phone, tax and administration, or records.

Three things not to lose too early

  • Access to the account that may receive final wages, a deposit, or a refund
  • Phone or authentication access needed to reach Korean accounts
  • Contracts, receipts, official notices, and Korean contact details needed for follow-up