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Strengthening Verification of Personal Customs Identification Numbers: How to Verify Your ZIP Code and Register a Shipping Address
Buying from overseas in Korea? Customs verification now checks whether the ZIP code tied to your Personal Customs Clearance Code matches your delivery address. If you ship to work or a family member’s home, register that address in advance to avoid clearance delays. #CustomsClearance
Decaf labels are getting more specific. Starting Jan. 1, 2028, coffee beans can be labeled “decaffeinated” only when residual caffeine is 0.1% or less on a dry-matter basis—not just “90% removed.” Alcohol-food collaboration products will also need “alcohol” or “alcoholic beverage” on the main label. #Decaf
The Four Major Social Insurance Programs: Is Enrollment Mandatory? A Summary of Enrollment Requirements and Roles
Do Korea’s four major social insurance programs apply automatically—or only in some cases? This article breaks down the basics: National Health Insurance, National Pension, Employment Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance, plus what can affect eligibility, such as job type, income, workplace size, and immigration status. #SocialInsurance
What does meaningful Indigenous inclusion at the 2026 World Cup look like? Not just ceremonies or fan festival displays. This article outlines practical ways to evaluate it: shared decision-making, disclosed budgets, fair contracts, IP protection, consent processes, and public legacy reporting. #IndigenousInclusion #HumanRights
350,000 Won Lifelong Learning Voucher: Eligibility, Where to Use It, and How to Apply
If you’ve been putting off a certification, language class, or AI/digital skills course, the Lifelong Learning Voucher may help cover the cost. Selected applicants receive 350,000 won per year as points for tuition and textbooks at registered institutions. Eligibility and deadlines vary by category and region, so check the notice tied to your registered address. #EducationSupport