Living Q & A

Beware the Rotten Apple seeking cash cow

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There are a few rotten apples targeting and seeking refuge within Korea. They are using all kinds of websites to meet a foreigner, Korean or as they see it- cash cows.

Initially, they claim to be University students whilst first meeting the potential companion. They boast of great wealth and travel. The language exchange is one of their favorite options.

Pension protocols

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Hi, I'm hoping someone can clarify how pension works for English teachers (US citizens).

My boyfriend and I work together, but we have different salaries. We noticed the deductions for pension on our payslips were the same amount, and that amount is lower than either of our salaries. So, we asked why this was, since pension deductions should be 4.5% of our salary.

The Korean staff member who deals with all issues related to the foreign staff gave us the following explanation:

Spending habits here?

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I was wondering how much you might spend on Korean goods vs Imported. I was wondering where you shop for various items? Do you use Internet sites, shop or go directly to the source ie farmers market? I tend to buy Korean goods eg phones, cars and pcs. I feel buying Korean is important to me. I also believe in promoting Korean goods while I live and earn a living here is important. I think people have various opinions on this.

Short term renting/house sitting anywhere in Korea

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Hello everyone! This is Bhumi from Romania.My 2 friends and I we travelling in South Korea for the summer. We are currently in Seoul searching for a house/apartment in Busan or anywhere else in Korea. We are open to anything - house/pet sitting, rental. If you or someone you know can help us with any information, do let me know in a message here on facebook. I also use kakaotalk. Thanks for consideration ***

Ferry from Busan to Jeju

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Hey everyone,

First time poster here. Wondering if anyone has any idea of ferries to Busan from Jeju.

Are there any operating anymore or has that been discontinued?

If they are still around does anyone know the rough costs of them? 

 

Thanks in advance :).

 

Useful map application of PNU for foreigner in Busan

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I know some of you guys often visit to the Pusan National University. Maybe someone already study there. first of all, sorry for write here. The reason i wrote here is i don't know where to post about this subject. 

 

I'm here to introduce the website(or android app) that could help you guys a lot. It is called 'pnumap' which you can use when you find certain building in PNU. it will show you a picture and the information of the building that you looking for. I believe it could be very useful for the foreign students who came to PNU recently. Thanks

Clarification on domestic helpers in Korea

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Hi there, 

I'm looking for some clarification.

1) Can filipinos apply to be domestic workers in Korea? Is it legal? Which visa does that fall under?

2) Do they need to have an employer first before applying for visa? 

3) If entering Korea on a tourist visa and then working illegally as a helper what are the implications?

4) What is the pay like for filipinos as a domestic helper. 

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