Stay connected without making the hotel Wi-Fi your plan
Sort out the phone connection you need before the first meeting. Your work device, company security rules and local services may need different arrangements.
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Before departure
- Check whether your phone supports the planned SIM or eSIM.
- Confirm whether the plan includes calls and SMS if hosts need to reach you locally.
- Ask your company which connection and device-security rules apply during travel.
Before the first meeting
- Test maps, messaging and the meeting application while you still have time to fix problems.
- Save key contacts and addresses offline.
- Keep a charger and a realistic way to recharge during a long day.
Avoid a sign-up surprise
- A data connection does not guarantee access to Korean phone-based identity verification.
- Ask the provider whether the actual plan supports the service you need.
- If a local service cannot accept your setup, ask the host for a workable alternative before the appointment.
A little Korean goes a long way
- 와이파이 접속 정보를 알려 주세요. — Please tell me the Wi-Fi access details.
- 영상회의를 할 수 있는 공간이 있나요? — Is there a space where I can join a video meeting?
Official information
- My Seoul+ · Phones and internet — Seoul Metropolitan Government
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