Korean Etiquette
Taxi doors
Why
Taxi doors are opened and closed by passengers — they're not automatic like in some countries.
Do
- Open and close the door yourself.
- Sit in the back; check behind for bikes before opening.
Avoid
- Don't slam the door.
- Don't leave the door open waiting for the driver to close it.
Useful sentence
여기서 내릴게요, 감사합니다.yeogiseo naerilgeyo, gamsahamnida.I'll get out here, thank you.
These are general customs; people, generations and situations vary — kindness covers most mistakes.