Settle Setup

After Arrival in Korea — 8-step Checklist

From foreigner registration to driver's license — steps unlock based on prerequisites. Your check state is saved on this device only (no server DB).

Settlement progress

0 / 8 done

  1. 1

    Alien Registration

    Required within 90 days of arrival. Prerequisite for all later steps.

  2. 2

    Transit card (T-money)

    Used nationwide on metro/bus. Top up at convenience stores.

  3. 3

    Mobile phone activation

    🔒 Complete "Alien Registration" first

  4. 4

    Bank account

    🔒 Complete "Alien Registration" first

  5. 5

    Health insurance

    🔒 Complete "Alien Registration" first

  6. 6

    Housing & address registration

    🔒 Complete "Alien Registration" first

  7. 7

    Driver's license (exchange / new)Optional

    🔒 Complete "Alien Registration" first

  8. 8

    International remittance

    🔒 Complete "Bank account" first

Information basis

Last verified
August 2, 2026
Source
HiKorea

This information is provided for reference only and has no legal effect. Please contact the Korea Immigration Service (HiKorea) or the Ministry of Justice for authoritative information.