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e. Quarantine FAQ

Quarantine Upon Arrival FAQ

Can I use the Government quarantine FACILITIES?

For D-2-6 Visa holders, you must arrange your own quarantine accommodations.

Can I quarantine with friends?

Yes.

Students recommended sharing an AirBnB together to reduce costs and increase their living spaces. The flat should have a separate bedroom and bathroom for each person.

Students must arrange these before coming to Korea otherwise they will not be allowed to pass through Immigration.

The accommodations will be approved by the local district health office after you arrive and check in with them.

But the Korean Embassy/my Local Embassy said the Opposite of HUFS?

The embassies and consulates are not necessarily that well-informed or have accurate information. Accounts online are all different in addition to embassies all having different information, or not knowing themselves.

All of our information that we are sending you is based on ACTUAL FIRST-HAND EXPERIENCE during Fall 2020 pre-arrival and arrival stages of the exchange.
We interviewed students during and after quarantine;
have been in contact with the local District Health Office case workers assigned to students in quarantine;
and Immigration Officers at the airport.

What kind of places can I use for quarantine?

There are Hotels (e.g., Dongdaemun Sky Park) and AirBnB's that are the best options. We recommend using AirBnB's as they are the most cost-effective for students.

Can I do the 2-week quarantine in HUFS dormitories?

No.

Where are the best areas to look for?

The easiest way to do this is via an AirBnB in Mapo or Yongsan districts (the area matters for food delivery service from Shuttle Delivery if you plan on using it, see below).

How do I prepare for food service during quarantine?

Students also need to plan ahead for Food Service. We know of two ways to order/pay for food using non-Korean credit cards, and without Korean cell service/SIM card with phone service:

Pack Your Own Food

Some students brought an extra carrier with enough non-perishable food for two weeks - this is very easy to prepare in advance in your home country.

Shuttle Delivery: https://www.shuttledelivery.co.kr/en

Only delivers to certain locations - Yongsan-gu and Mapo-gu are the best locations (i.e., many restaurants in these areas).

Gmarket: http://www.gmarket.com

Accepts foreign credit cards - but you must make an account.
Prices can be more expensive when searching in English.
Food items are typically sold in BULK.

What should I prepare for quarantine?

Many students recommend preparing a Korean cell phone/service in advance. You can also get a SIM card but you need to make sure your cell phone is not region-locked. You can get these at the airport, but, it is better to prepare this in advance before arriving in Korea.

Pre-Arrival Preparation

Please DOWNLOAD and TEST food service applications in your home countries with your payment methods BEFORE arriving in Korea.

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