Mit der Familie nach Seoul zu ziehen, ist ein großes Abenteuer, kann aber auch entmutigend sein. Tausende Fragen schwirren Ihnen durch den Kopf. In welcher Gegend soll ich wohnen? Wie lerne ich neue Leute kennen? Soll ich Koreanisch lernen?
Zum Glück sind wir hier, um alle diese wichtigen Fragen zu beantworten, damit Sie sich auf die Planung Ihres aufregenden Umzugs konzentrieren können.
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Hier sind die 11 Fragen, die wir in diesem Artikel beantworten werden
Welche Wohngegend eignet sich am besten für den Besuch internationaler Schulen?
Wie finde ich mein neues Zuhause?
Wie bekomme ich mein Visum?
Wie gründe ich mein Unternehmen?
Wie bekomme ich eine Krankenversicherung?
Wie eröffne ich ein Bankkonto?
Wie kann ich Leute kennenlernen?
Sollte ich Koreanisch lernen?
Wie bekomme ich einen Führerschein und ein Auto?
Does Seoul have an Uber?
1How Will I Find a Nanny or Au Pair?
Welche Wohngegend eignet sich am besten für den Besuch internationaler Schulen?
Finding the best school for your kids should be a top priority when choosing where to live. Most of the best international schools are located in the center of Seoul, so stay within a reasonable distance.
If you're interested in a school south of the River Han, Gangnam-gu and Apgujeong-dong are good districts with large expat communities. Gangnam has a bustling atmosphere that makes it popular with young people and affluent expats. Daechi-dong is one of the quieter areas of Gangnam, making it ideal for families.
For schools north of the River Han, consider Hannam-dong. This area contains the UN Village and an affluent residential neighborhood. It's an exclusive area popular with diplomats, only 45 minutes from Seoul International School, and served well by most international school buses.
Seodaemun-gu is another popular expat area north of the river. It's close to many good international schools and universities, which is ideal if you have older children. Seongbuk-dong is another affluent expat area popular with families and relatively close to the city.
Wie finde ich mein neues Zuhause?
Once you've settled on an area where you'd like to live, you'll need help finding a home.
If you're moving to Seoul for work, your employer can help you secure accommodation near your offices and preferred schools. Having a Korean-speaking friend or colleague to help you handle negotiations is advisable, as the system can feel unfamiliar. Korean landlords use a 'key-money' system, which works like a deposit when renting. The more key money you pay a landlord, the lower your monthly rent will be.
An apartment is the best option if you want to live in the city center. If you don't mind living a little further, you can choose a private house. Using online portals and checking local English papers like the Korea Times is an excellent way to find properties.
Ask other expats for recommendations on finding realtors who speak English and have experience helping families relocate. They'll be able to guide you through the entire process.
Wie bekomme ich mein Visum?
If you're moving to Seoul for work, your work permit will usually be filled out by your sponsoring employer. Once this is approved, you'll be given a Certificate of Confirmation of Visa Issuance, which you'll need to file, along with your other visa application forms, at the South Korean embassy in your current country of residence.
Work permits are usually valid for one year and take up to four weeks to be processed. If you get a single-entry visa, you'll have to pay for a re-entry stamp when you leave South Korea, while a multiple-entry visa will allow you to come and go without having to pay.
Once you have a visa, you can apply for a residency card, also known as an Alien Registration Card, which will allow you to open a bank account, get a mobile phone, sign a lease, and apply for a driver's license.
Wie gründe ich mein Unternehmen?
When setting up a company in South Korea, you have three options. You can set up a local corporation, branch, or liaison office.
If you set up a local corporation, it will be considered a 'foreign-invested company.' The foreign investor and foreign-invested company are considered separate entities, and you'll have to invest a minimum of 100 million won or more per case. You'll also have to pay tax on both domestic and overseas income.
If you set up a local branch, the headquarters and branch are considered a single entity, and you'll only have to pay tax on domestic income.
The type of company structure that works best for you will vary according to your circumstances, so it's wise to get advice from an English-speaking investment consultant in South Korea.
Wie bekomme ich eine Krankenversicherung?
Once you have your Alien Registration Cards, you and your family can register for the Korean National Health Insurance System (NHI). Your employer typically makes payments towards NHI, with one share coming from your paycheck and another from your employer.
Alternatively, you can take out private health insurance and pay for treatment at English-speaking international clinics. Many policies are designed specifically for expats and include additional benefits like medical repatriation in case of serious illness.
Wie eröffne ich ein Bankkonto?
Die Eröffnung eines Bankkontos in Südkorea ist einfach, da die meisten Banken Ausländern keine Beschränkungen auferlegen. Sie müssen lediglich die entsprechenden Formulare ausfüllen und Ihren Reisepass, Ihr Visum und Ihre Ausländerregistrierungskarte vorlegen. Sie müssen jedoch warten, bis Sie persönlich in Südkorea sind, um die Bank aufzusuchen und ein Konto zu eröffnen, da dies nicht aus der Ferne möglich ist.
Wie kann ich Leute kennenlernen?
Sobald Sie in Seoul sind, ist das Kennenlernen anderer Expat-Familien eine gute Möglichkeit, sich einzuleben. Treten Sie Facebook-Gruppen für Expats bei, suchen Sie online nach Expat-Events und treten Sie Expat-Clubs bei. Sobald Sie ein paar andere Expat-Familien kennengelernt haben, können Sie sie bitten, Sie ihren Freunden vorzustellen. Ihr sozialer Kreis wird sich schnell erweitern.
Sollte ich Koreanisch lernen?
While Seoul is an international city, and you'll meet plenty of English-speaking expats, learning at least a tiny Korean will make day-to-day life much easier. Learning to read Hangul, the Korean alphabet, is an excellent first step. Many products are labeled with English words spelled out in Hangul, so you'll be able to understand lots.
If you'd like to learn to speak Korean, you can attend plenty of classes. These are also excellent ways to meet new people.
Wie bekomme ich einen Führerschein und ein Auto?
If you already hold a driving license from an 'acknowledged country' like the US, you can swap it for a Korean one. The Korean Driver's License Authority will hold your original license and return it to you when you leave the country.
Buying a new car from a dealership is simple. You'll need to show your Alien Registration Card and passport. You'll also need to register the vehicle within 15 days and purchase insurance, which the dealership can help you with.
Gibt es in Seoul Uber?
2019 führte Uber eine neue Funktion ein, mit der Nutzer Fahrten beim „International Taxi“-Service in Seoul bestellen können, der Taxis mit englischsprachigen Fahrern anbietet. Dies ist besonders nützlich, wenn Sie kein Koreanisch sprechen. Mit der Uber-App können Sie auch auf die Dienste Uber Black, Uber Trip und Uber Assist zugreifen und lokale Taxis bestellen.
Wie finde ich ein Kindermädchen oder Au Pair?
Whether you're looking for a live-in au pair or a part-time nanny, asking other expats for recommendations is a good strategy. Some websites allow you to search local and international nannies to find the right one for you and your family. You can filter according to experience, cleaning, tutoring, and more variables. Many local agencies specialize in finding nannies for expat families and can run background checks and perform interviews for you.
Moving to Seoul is easy when you're properly prepared. Use the information above to make the move go as smoothly as possible for you and your family.
Alexander Peipers ist der Mitbegründer und CEO von World Schools Und Weltweite CampsEr hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, Familien bei der Auswahl von Schulen und Programmen, die akademische Spitzenleistungen, kulturelle Vielfalt und ganzheitliche Entwicklung fördern, zuverlässig zu beraten.
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