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Foreign tourism surge boosts Busan businesses as city targets 5 million visitors this year

A 40 percent jump in overseas visitors and a 56 percent rise in spending are lifting Busan retail sales and cutting commercial vacancies in parts of the city.

2026.7.20

Foreign tourists crowd Gyeongbok Palace in Jongno District, central Seoul on Monday. [YONHAP]

Korea sees 1.42 million foreign tourists in June, almost full recovery to pre-pandemic levels

Korea welcomed 1.42 million foreign tourists in June, nearly reaching pre-pandemic levels, with a 47.5% increase from last year. The number of tourists from the United States exceeded pre-pandemic levels by 44%.

2024.7.29

Korea to double ceiling for immediate tax return for foreign tourists

The maximum limit of purchases eligible for an immediate tax refund by foreign tourists will be doubled from the current amount to 5 million won ($3,831) next year to attract overseas visitors, the Finance Ministry said Monday.

2023.11.27

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Foreign tourism surge boosts Busan businesses as city targets 5 million visitors this year

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