Filling in a Korean address on international shopping sites like Amazon, eBay, or AliExpress can be confusing. The address format is different, and it's not always clear what goes in each field. This guide walks you through the process step by step.
1. Convert Your Korean Address to English First
The most accurate way is to use the official English address conversion provided by South Korea's Ministry of the Interior and Safety. Search your address on this site to instantly get the official English version.
For example, 서울특별시 강남구 테헤란로 152 becomes:
- English road address: 152, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- Postal code: 06236
2. Address Field Mapping
| Field | What to Enter | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Address Line 1 | Building number + road name | 152, Teheran-ro |
| Address Line 2 | Apartment building & unit number | Bldg 101, Unit 502 |
| City | District (gu/gun) | Gangnam-gu |
| State / Province | City/Province (si/do) | Seoul |
| ZIP / Postal Code | 5-digit postal code | 06236 |
| Country | Country | South Korea |
3. Apartment and Unit Numbers
Korean apartments have a building number (dong) and unit number (ho). Enter these in Address Line 2:
- Apartment:
Bldg 101, Unit 502or101-dong, 502-ho - Officetel:
3F, Unit 305 - House: Leave Address Line 2 blank or enter
1F
4. Phone Number Format
Always use the international format: +82 followed by your number without the leading 0.
Example: 010-1234-5678 → +82-10-1234-5678