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South Korea · Taxi & Cars
Uber Taxi Korea
Uber operates in South Korea in partnership with local taxi companies, offering a familiar English-language booking experience that Kakao T largely lacks.
What it helps with
- A taxi with a foreign cardUber account.
- No Korean neededEnglish app.
- Taxi from the airportPickup zones.
About Uber Taxi Korea
Rather than running its own independent driver fleet as in many other countries, Uber in Korea dispatches licensed local taxis through partnerships, combining Uber's familiar app interface with Korea's existing regulated taxi system.
Key Features
- English Interface: The app is fully usable in English, unlike Kakao T's Korean-only interface.
- Licensed Taxi Dispatch: Rides are provided by licensed local taxi drivers rather than private vehicles.
- Live Tracking: Track your driver's location in real time once a ride is confirmed.
- International Account: Use the same Uber account and payment methods as in other countries.
How to Get Started
- Download Uber or use your existing account from another country.
- Set your pickup and drop-off points in the app.
- Confirm the fare estimate and request your ride.
- Pay automatically with your linked international card.
Before you use it
- Payment: Uber in Korea books regular licensed taxis; fares are metered and charged to your card.
- Good to know: Destinations are sent to the driver in Korean, so no translation is needed.
Foreign card OK
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Uber Taxi Korea work with a foreign bank card in South Korea?
- Yes - Uber Taxi Korea accepts foreign-issued cards in South Korea.
- Is Uber Taxi Korea available in English?
- Yes, Uber Taxi Korea has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Uber Taxi Korea?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Uber Taxi Korea.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Uber Taxi Korea?
- No, Uber Taxi Korea doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Uber Taxi Korea?
- iOS · Android
- How much does Uber Taxi Korea cost?
- Metered taxi fare; card payment in the app
Phrases for the driverKorean
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- Please take me to this address (show it on the map) 이 주소로 가 주세요. I juso-ro ga juseyo.
- How much will it cost? 얼마예요? Eolmayeyo?
- Can I pay by card? 카드로 결제할 수 있어요? Kadeu-ro gyeolje-hal su isseoyo?
- Stop here, please 여기서 세워 주세요. Yeogiseo sewo juseyo.
- Please wait a moment 잠깐만 기다려 주세요. Jamkkanman gidaryeo juseyo.
- Thank you 감사합니다. Gamsahamnida.