Below are some common questions participants have about participating in the conference. If you have a question, please check here first!
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Do I need to be a KOTESOL member to participate in the conference?
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How can I get a receipt for my payment? / How can I get confirmation of registration?
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I can’t go to the conference, but I pre-registered. What are my options?
Do I need to be a KOTESOL member to participate in the conference?
No, but KOTESOL members and members of partner organizations get a discount on conference registration. (Membership must be valid through May 31, 2025.) You do not have to be a member to participate, but non-members do have to pay a bit more.
Membership fees:
- 1-year international memberships (for people residing outside Korea): 70,000 KRW / 56 USD
- 1-year domestic memberships (for people residing in Korea): 50,000 KRW / 40 USD
- 1-year membership for undergraduate students (currently enrolled in associate's/bachelor's degree program): 30,000 KRW / 24 USD
- Lifetime memberships: 500,000 KRW (400 USD)
(Check out other great membership benefits and discounts!)
Am I a KOTESOL member? / When does my membership expire?
You can find your KOTESOL membership information (membership type and expiration date) on your online account profile page (koreatesol.org/user) under "Expiring Roles." If nothing is written there, then you are not a member.
You can find more information about membership expiration dates here.
How can I get a conference pass?
If you pre-registered by the deadline and received confirmation from the registration team, you can pick up your conference pass in the pre-registration area at the conference. It will be filed under your last/family name, as you entered it into the registration form. Conference passes will be available for pick-up ONLY during registration's open hours:
Saturday, May 10
08:00-17:00
Sunday, May 11
08:00-13:00
No conference passes will be available after 13:00 on Sunday. Please plan accordingly!
If you did not pre-register, you can purchase your conference pass in person at the conference. Cash is preferred, but we can accept domestic bank transfers (KRW) and PayPal (USD), as well. Please arrive with plenty of time to spare before the first session you wish to attend.
Can I buy a conference pass onsite?
Yes, definitely!
Onsite registration prices
2-Day Conference Pass100,000 KRW / 80 USD for KOTESOL members + members of partner organizations (membership valid through 5/31)
130,000 KRW / 104 USD for nonmembers
100,000 KRW / 80 USD for graduate students
20,000 KRW / 16 USD for undergraduate students
60,000 KRW / 48 USD for participants based in low-/middle-income countries (eligible countries listed HERE)
Sunday-Only Conference Pass
60,000 KRW / 48 USD for KOTESOL members + members of partner organizations
80,000 KRW / 64 USD for nonmembers
70,000 KRW / 56 USD for graduate students
20,000 KRW / 16 USD for undergraduate students
60,000 KRW / 48 USD for residents of low-/middle-income countries (eligible countries listed HERE)
Onsite registration payments can be via cash (KRW), domestic bank transfer (KRW), or PayPal (USD) only.
Lunch will not be provided at the conference this year, but there are many restaurants available near the conference venue. In addition, snacks will be available for purchase at the KOTESOL Cafe. The options include waffles, peanuts, bananas, cookies, coffee, and tea (all 1,000 KRW each, cash only). Note: Coffee and tea are free with KOTESOL tumblers.
KOTESOL Cafe Hours
Saturday, 5/10
08:30-17:30
Sunday, 5/11
08:30-15:00
Some of the vendors at The Marketplace @KOTESOL2025 will also have baked goods and other food items available for purchase.
How can I get a receipt for my payment? How can I get confirmation of registration?
You can find a printable invoice in your online profile (My account → Orders). We can provide a dated/signed receipt upon request. Hard copies of receipts will also be available at the conference. Please inquire at Registration.
How can I get to the venue? / Is there parking at the venue?
The conference will be held at Sookmyung Women's University (숙명여자대학교) in Seoul. Registration, the Saturday evening social, and most sessions will be in the Prime Complex, while most plenaries will be in Samsung Hall in the Centennial Building. The nearest subway stop is Sookmyung Women's University Station (숙명여대역; Line 4), but Namyeong Station (남영역; Line 1) is also within walking distance (~10-15 minutes on foot). There is a parking garage at the Prime Complex (see the map on the venue page); please get a discount parking coupon at the Information/Help Desk.
Will there be a coat and bag check at the conference?
Yes. The coat and bag check will be just behind Registration.
Coat and bag check hours
Saturday, May 10
09:00-16:30
Sunday, May 11
09:00-16:00
How can I get an attendance certificate?
Attendance certificates will be available upon request in person at the conference. To request one, please visit the Information/Help Desk before 3 p.m. on May 11.
Presenters can request a digital presentation certificate; just contact the program director at ic2025programchair@koreatesol.org.
How can I view the online sessions?
The asynchronous, pre-recorded sessions are available on the KOTESOL conference website and the Korea TESOL YouTube Channel.
I can’t go to the conference, but I pre-registered. What are my options?
KOTESOL membership dues and registration fees are non-refundable; however, if you've pre-registered and paid, you may give your pass to someone else. Just send us the new pass-holder's full name and affiliation as soon as possible. The new pass-holder can pick up your pass in the pre-registration area at the conference. It will be under your name. The new pass-holder should bring their ID to prove they are the person you have approved.
If you've purchased a membership along with your registration, you can enjoy the full benefits of membership regardless of whether you attend the conference or not. Perks include discounts, the opportunity to apply for grants or publish with us, and more.
My question isn't listed here. How can I contact you?
If your question isn't answered above, please find the relevant team below:
Registration team: registration@koreatesol.org
Program team (for presenters): ic2025programchair@koreatesol.org
