Guides

Shopping and delivery in Korea, explained by a local team in Seoul. Updated as things change โ€” because in Korea, they change fast.

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How to Use Coupang as a Foreigner (2026 Guide)

Can foreigners use Coupang? Yes โ€” with catches. English app setup, which payments actually work, ARC vs tourist rules, and what to do when your card is declined.

2026-09-05
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Coupang Payment Declined? Why Foreign Cards Fail (and 4 Fixes)

Your Visa or Mastercard keeps getting declined on Coupang. Here's the actual reason (3-D Secure), what works instead, and how travelers get around it in 2026.

2026-09-05