Your First 30 Days in Seoul: A Foreigner's Day-by-Day Checklist
Day-by-day checklist for foreigners landing in Seoul: housing, SIM, ARC, banking, NHIS, and the cultural rhythms that take month one to fall into.
9 min read
The Shared Homies Team
Shared Homies
A team of foreigners and Koreans operating shared homes across Seoul. We write what we learn from running a co-living business for international tenants.
POSTS BY THE SHARED HOMIES TEAM
How to Dispose of Trash in Korea: A Foreigner's Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
Korea's volume-based waste system explained for foreigners: how to buy official bags at the convenience store, pricing, recycling rules, and the freezer trick that stops food waste from smelling up your house.
12 min read
Best Seoul Neighborhoods for Foreigners: Itaewon, Hongdae, HBC, Gangnam, Yeonnam, Sinchon, Mapo & Yongsan
Eight Seoul neighborhoods that work for foreigners — what each costs, who lives there, what the vibe actually feels like, and how to pick.
10 min read
Living in Seoul: Daily Life for Expats, Nomads & Students
What daily life in Seoul actually feels like for foreigners — coworking, expat work culture, student life, food, weekends, community. Beyond the rent, what's it like to live here?
9 min read