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Notice Board
▶ Can I participate in a program during COVID-19?
Recently, inquiries about the availability of Korea GapYear project participation have increased, so we would like to provide guidance.
Korea GapYear operates projects in compliance with COVID-19 prevention guidelines.
The ability to participate in projects varies based on entry restrictions and organizational measures,
If you inquire about the project you are interested in, we can assist you with individual consultation.
Furthermore,
if you decide to participate in a project currently,
you must submit the following documents in order to participate in the project.
1) Negative test certificate,
2) COVID-related project safety responsibility agreement,
3) Other documents requested by local organizations and countries
The countries available for departure may vary depending on national measures,
Please be sure to check each country's entry restrictions and safety measures at the link below.
※ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Travel Notice (Click)
► What is a Korea GapYear Certification?
Korea GapYear Programs listed on the our website are created in collaboration with both domestic and international organizations.
Among these, the Korea GapYear certification mark indicates that the project has passed the verification standards of Korea GapYear, established by the planners and coordinators
It signifies that the organization has been directly verified by Korea GapYear and that the satisfaction rate of participants is over 80%. The project has also dispatched a significant number of participants and has received high evaluations, thus earning the certification mark.
Q1. I made a deposit, but I haven't received a confirmation message yet!
Korea GapYear sends confirmation messages every weekday at 9:00 AM after verifying deposits. If your deposit is made on the same day, please wait for verification after 9:00 AM the next day. If you haven't received confirmation by then, please contact us.
(For weekend deposits, confirmations are processed on Monday at 9:00 AM.)
* If the depositor's name differs from the applicant's name, please notify Korea GapYear!
Q2. How do I schedule my consulting session?
Once your participation fee has been confirmed, the dedicated consultant will contact you within 2-5 days to arrange your consultation schedule. If you have preferred or unavailable dates, please indicate them on the application form to help finalize the schedule.
For optimal scheduling, apply early. Schedule inquiries must be handled with your assigned consultant.
* Confirmation messages are automatically sent to the phone number provided during membership registration.
Q3. How do I change or cancel my consultation?
After confirming your schedule, changes or cancellations follow our refund policy. (Refund policy ▶ Website Notice)
Since consultations are one-on-one, frequent cancellations or changes may impact others' opportunities. All change and cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
* By applying for consultation, you agree to these terms.
Q4. What's the difference between consultation and general inquiries (Q&A/KakaoTalk/Email)?
General inquiries provide detailed information about specific projects or recommendations before participation.
Consultation is for exploring one's personal status, future plans, and overall life guidance. If you have significant overseas experience and clear project preferences, general inquiries may be sufficient. If you need personal growth or lack experience, we recommend a consultation.
▶ Is there an age limit in order for a Korea GapYear Program?
People of all ages can apply and participate for a Korea GapYear Program
Most projects are open not only to university students but also to professionals and other individuals.
As some projects are conducted independently overseas, an age restriction of 18 and above is typically applied.
Middle and high school students may join camp programs or may be accompanied by a guardian.
Korea GapYear Programs for middle and high school students and youth and detailed counseling, feel free to contact Korea GapYear.
If you're concerned about your child taking a gap year, check out the Parent's Guide (Notice) !
Additionally, there may be partial restrictions depending on the nature of the various programs provided by Korea GapYear.
For detailed inquiries and counseling, please contact our Customer Center at +82-318-2553.
▶ I have paid the program deposit fee, but it hasn't been confirmed.
If the provided bank. depositor’s name, or deposit amount provided during your application does not match the actual deposit, confirmation may be delayed.
Please verify your deposit details and contact us via the [1:1 Inquiry Board] or our Customer Center at +82-318-2553 for faster verification.
Additionally, deposits are verified collectively the next business day. (If deposited over the weekend, it will be confirmed on Monday.)
Once your deposit is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation message. If you do not receive this by the next day, please contact us.
▶ Group Project Participation or Lecture Inquiries
For Group Applications or Lecture Inquiries for a Korea GapYear Program, please use the [Customer Center] > [Suggest to us] page on our website or contact us by phone. We will then send you the request form via email.
After completing the request form, please reply to us via email. We will review it and contact you individually.
Your creative ideas greatly assist us in planning more beneficial programs for Korea GapYear Programs for participants. We look forward to hearing from you.
▶ Can I choose the starting date or schedule of my planned program?
Korea GapYear programs are designed to allow participants, or "gapers," to join based on their desired timeframe and schedule.
The schedule is determined based on the preferred start date you provided in your application form when applying.
However, the start date and duration of your chosen program may change depending on the circumstances of the local organization.
Korea GapYear Programs aret conducted individually, allowing participants to join independently.
In general, programs other than short-term ones have a recommend participation period of at least 3 months for an effective gap year experience.
A GapYear can be taken at any age. During adolescence and young adulthood, it is essential to engage in inner growth and career exploration, so experiences that allow for self-activity and reflection are crucial. Additionally, for working adults and middle-aged individuals, a gap year is needed to explore new paths in life, reflect on one’s life, and take sufficient rest.
Therefore, the timing and methods of taking a gap year can vary greatly depending on individual growth processes.
If you are struggling alone, feel free to reach out to Korea GapYear for assistance :)
Please check the announcement post on the notice board for information on how to apply for a cash receipt.
Cash Receipt Application Guide for Gap Year Program
If you plan to submit your application and have a program you want to participate in, you can continue from where you left off and submit the completed application.
If you contact Korea GapYear in advance, the person in charge will check and assist you.
If the schedule is delayed, there may be no openings in your desired program, so please contact us quickly! :)
▶ I don't think I can make the payment by the deadline. In that case, will my application be reset?
You must complete the payment of the participation fee for the confirmation process to proceed. Therefore, we recommend that you pay the participation fee within 4 days after applying. If the participation fee is not paid by the deadline, there may be disadvantages in confirming your participation in the program, so please be aware of this.
If you make the payment after the deadline, please contact Korea GapYear, and we will assist you with your application promptly.
▶ If I deposit the participation fee, is my spot in the program guaranteed?
The deposit of the participation fee is one of the steps for registration. After filling out the application form, you need to deposit the participation fee to complete the application process.
Whether you can participate will be determined based on subsequent progress.
Especially in the case of internship or volunteer projects, participation may be decided based on the participant's capabilities after an interview.
▶ Will I get a refund if my participation is not confirmed?
Yes, if participation is not possible for the desired period, if it is deemed impossible during the institution's review process, we provide a full refund of the participation fee.
For detailed refund regulations, please check the notice regarding the regulations. Click here
▶ How do I determine my arrival and depature dates when purchasing flight tickets?
Participants can freely plan their schedules before the project starts and after it ends, so you can determine your arrival and departure dates according to your personal schedule and purchase your flight tickets accordingly.
However, please reserve your flight tickets and transportation only after receiving the final confirmation of your project participation and departure schedule, and make sure that the dates of your planned stay aligns with immigrations laws (visa permit etc)
If you have any difficulties or questions when purchasing your flight tickets, please contact the Korea GapYear Customer Center (+82-318-2553).
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