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Practical, up-to-date guides for international shoppers and foreigners living in Korea — written by the HezoKorea team based on real cases we handle every week. New guides are published every Monday.

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Proxy shopping guides

Korean marketplaces don't ship abroad by default. These guides explain how proxy shopping works platform by platform.

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Gmarket New 8 min read

Gmarket Proxy Shopping Guide (2026)

Gmarket is one of Korea's oldest marketplaces — electronics, fashion, and deals you won't find on global sites. Here's how to buy from abroad.

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K-Pop 9 min read

Buy K-Pop Merch from Korea Without a Korean Address

Weverse Shop, Bunjang, and limited official goods — how fans outside Korea access Korea-only merchandise.

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Naver 8 min read

How to Buy from Naver Smart Store Overseas

Naver Smart Store is Korea's hub for independent brands — but checkout requires a local address. Here is how international buyers shop it.

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K-Beauty 7 min read

Olive Young Shipping Alternative

When Olive Young Global is limited or unavailable, access the full Korean store catalog through proxy shopping.

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Bunjang 10 min read

Bunjang Proxy Guide (2026)

Shop Korea's largest second-hand marketplace for K-pop photocards, streetwear, and collectibles — even without a Korean phone number.

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Coupang 8 min read

How to Buy from Coupang Internationally

Coupang does not ship abroad. Here is the full process — finding products, using a proxy, costs, and delivery timelines.

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Document & expat guides

Visa paperwork, ARC registration, and official translation — explained in plain English for foreigners in Korea.

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Translation 8 min read

Certified Translation for Korea Immigration

When you need certified or notarized translation, what immigration accepts, and how to prepare documents correctly.

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Visa 10 min read

Korea Visa Documents Checklist

A practical checklist for visa applications, extensions, status changes, and K-ETA — with English guidance.

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ARC 12 min read

Korea ARC Application Guide for Foreigners

When to apply, documents by visa type, HiKorea appointments, fees, and common mistakes to avoid.

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