The Ultimate Explorer

The Ultimate Explorer

Jane

Hello, my name is Jane. I have lived in Korea for 10 years now and I am here to give you the inside story of life as it is. Tips on how to correctly navigate through culture and some survival skills especially to newcomers.

Posts : Covid and Quarantine updates (2)

All The Korean Journey (1) Recruitment process (3) E-2 Visa for ESL teachers (7) Covid and Quarantine updates (2) ESL Education (3)
Entry restrictions for South Africans lifted.
by Jane
Covid and Quarantine updates (2/2)
Entry restrictions for South Africans lifted.

As of February 4th, the Korean government lifted all the entry restrictions for some countries, including South Africa. South African Nationals entering Korea with a long-term visa, will undergo the following process.   Submit a PCR test: Tested 48 hours before traveling. Domestic test: PCR Testing upon arrival. Quarantine: If you have accommodations, then you can quarantine in your residence for 7 days.   However, people traveling on a short-term visa will have to quarantine in a government facility at their own cost. Once you are in Korea, some of the main domestic measures are as follows, regardless of the vaccination status:   1. Compulsory facemask in indoor and outdoor public areas 2. Gatherings are limited to 6 people max. 3. Most facilities operate until 9:00 pm, including restaurants. 4. Any event has a limit of 50 people.  

Published Feb 8, 2022
Extension of the entry restrictions for South Africa.
by Jane
Covid and Quarantine updates (1/2)
Extension of the entry restrictions for South Africa.

Extension of the entry restrictions for South Africa. Due to the high cases of the Omicron variant, the Korean government has extended the entry restrictions for South Africans and 11 other countries. The restriction which was to be lifted January 6th has now been extended to February 3rd. After February 3rd long-term foreigners will have to undergo the following process. Submit a PCR test: Tested within 3 days of traveling. Domestic test: PCR Testing at a temporary living facility upon arrival Quarantine: A compulsory 10-day quarantine at the quarantine facility. There will be another PCR test on the 5th day of quarantine and before release from quarantine. (A total of 4 tests for the whole process)   Visa application update: The visa issuance number application process has not been affected by these changes. However, depending on the corona situation in South Africa, offline visa applications might be affected. Online application is recommended. Note: Even with a completed visa application, please check the entry restriction dates to avoid any inconveniences.

Published Jan 4, 2022