Banks: 09.30 to 16.30, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 09.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday; 09.00 to 13.00, Saturday
Government Offices: 09.00 to 18.00, Monday to Friday
Business Centres: 09.00 to 18.00, Monday to Friday
Shops: 09.00 to 22.00, Monday to Saturday

Jeju is not considered a dangerous destination and it’s unlikely that visitors will encounter anything capable of seriously spoiling their holiday. Some petty crime exists but is not especially common and with a little awareness and common sense, visitors can reduce their chances of becoming targets.

220V, 60Hz; two round-pinned plugs.

Standards of hygiene in some public dining establishments or at street vendors may not meet those demanded by many Western countries so visitors should use their judgment when deciding where to eat. Tap water is considered safe to drink. The local hospitals and medical centres offer a relatively high standard of care and are equipped with modern facilities. Travel insurance with medical cover is a must for all visitors.

Cheju National University Hospital: +82 64 750 1234
Emergency services: 112

The Jeju dialect, a regional variation of the Korean language associated with the mainland, is spoken by locals in Jeju City.

The currency unit is the Korean won (KRW). Foreign currencies can be exchanged at the airport and major hotels.

Visitors aged at least 18 years may bring the following into the country without incurring duty payments: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of loose tobacco, one litre bottle of alcohol, two oz of perfume, one still camera and gifts to the value of 300,000 won.

Family is central to Korean life and indeed the most important institution in society. Respect is given on a hierarchical basis with the father commanding the highest level as the head of the family.

Locals traditionally greet one another with a bow, the gesture always being initiated by the individual of lower status. Visitors should bow to locals older than themselves although should not be surprised if the local then offers a handshake.

Kibun is the Korean concept of “face” that is seen across Asia. Visitors should be wary of speaking or behaving in a manner that could cause loss of face to locals.

Visitors from Canada, the US, UK, EU and Australia are entitled to enter South Korea on a passport only (minimum three months validity). Other visitors invariably require a visa, which can be obtained from a South Korean embassy in a major city in their home country.

There is a Tourist Information Office at the airport that can be contacted on: +82 64 742 8866. An alternative office can be found across the island at Seogwipo and can be contacted on: +82 64 1330.