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British citizens can enter South Korea as tourists for up to 90 days without a visa. You must also have an onward or return ticket. Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 3 months from the date of entry into South Korea.
Entry requirements are the same for Canadian nationals, for a 3-month stay in South Korea.
It is necessary to take out health and repatriation insurance before travelling to South Korea. You are advised to inquire about avian influenza (bird flu) and preventative measures to be taken. For more information, please consult the government site
You are advised to avoid drinking tap water in favour of bottled water, and to wash your hands as often as possible, particularly before any meal.
The area code for South Korea is 82. Phone cards can be used for phone calls. Some phone cabins even accept international bank cards. With regards to mobile phones, you are advised to find out beforehand if your operator exists in South Korea.
South Korea is one of the best connected countries in the world; it will therefore be easy for you to connect to the internet.
French Embassy in South Korea
43-12, Seosomun-ro, Seodaemun-gu
Séoul 120-030
South Korean Embassy in France
125, rue de Grenelle 75007 Paris
Local police : 112
Fire brigade and ambulances : 119