U.S. Embassy Consulate In The Republic Of Korea

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General information is detailed below, but please consult the ROK COVID-19 Portal for the most up-to-date information on special COVID regulations and immigration procedures before your travels. "Distancing in daily life" is the Korean approach to handling COVID. Most stores, schools, and Choo Mi Ae public buildings are open, but national and local governments occasionally exercise authority to regulate businesses, schools, large gatherings, and religious gatherings to respond to outbreaks. Are U.S. citizens permitted to enter? Yes, although there is a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all inbound travelers.

Some even went to great lengths to escape from oppressive regimes, while others were happy to suffer social disadvantages for the sake of keeping the Holy Sabbath. Thus, this decision may be seen by some as spiritual degradation or worldly compromise. It is very painful and sad to be unable to gather for worship on Sunday.

USFK has not had a domestic case of COVID-19 since mid-April. That said, United States has decidedly more COVID-19 cases than any country, and new USFK affiliates arriving in South Korea from the United States are testing positive nearly every day. In the month of July, USFK reported 187 cases among new arrivals. All new USFK arrivals are tested for COVID-19, quarantined for two weeks, and tested again before leaving quarantine.