Ga-Pyeong Green Hill Retreat Center (가평푸른동산연수원)
(Chung Pyung Retreat Center)
362-1 Homyeong-ri, Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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Travel Requirements
1. K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)
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Online document required for visa-free foreign visitors to Korea (Malaysia – Required)
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Apply before boarding, applying after boarding or while in Korea may results in refusal of K-ETA approval
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K-ETA fee is 10,000KRW (~SGD10, non-refundable)
Link: Countries/People for Application < K-ETA Application Guide < K-ETA
2. E-Arrival Card website
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Online Submission: https://e-arrivalcard.go.kr/portal/main/index.do
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Visitors can submit the declaration form up to 3 days before entering Korea
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If they fail to enter Korea within 72 hours after submission of e-Arrival card, the card will no longer be valid
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Form can be submitted on behalf of adults & multiple people at once
3. Travel insurance
Travel insurance will NOT be provided by the Church,
please purchase your own if needed.
Packing List
Documents & Essentials:
1. 🛂 Passport (6 months passport validity)
2. Bible
3. 📄 K-ETA (if required for your nationality)
4. 💶 Won cash - 14 Dec Breakfast at PKC (est. 15000KRW, est. SGD15), Lunch sponsored by Shiloh
5. 💶 Offering: Opening and Lord’s Day Service
6. 💳 Credit/Debit cards – Contactless common
7. 🚆 T-money transport card – For subways and bus (purchase from convenience store / subway stations)
8. 📜 Travel insurance (optional)
Winter Packing List:
Korea’s winter is cold, dry and windy (can be quite harsh), -7 to 5 DegC
👗 Clothes
🧥 Heavy insulated Jacket/Coat – Down or padded parka for freezing temps
🧣 Scarf, hat, beanies and gloves – Essential for icy winds
🧦 Thermal base layers (eg. heattech extra warm)
🧶 Thick sweaters (fleece) & Long-sleeve tops
👖 Warm jeans & trousers
🥾 Sneakers (leather recommended) / Insulated boots
💆 Skincare - Intense moisturizer, Lip balm, Sunscreen, Face Mask
🔌 Power Adapter – Korea uses Type C/F plugs, 220V
Retreat Rules
1. Respect
Always show respect towards people and property.
2. Sobriety
This retreat is alcohol-free.
3. Adherence to Schedule
Participants are expected to follow the retreat’s schedule. If there are changes in your check-in or ferry schedule, please inform the Retreat Committee promptly.
4. Participation and Punctuality
Be on time for all activities and participate fully. Engagement in discussions and events is essential to make the most of the retreat experience. Stay present and open to learning and growth.
5. Safety and Health
If you notice someone is missing, injured, or unwell, notify the Retreat Committee immediately to ensure proper care.
Dress Code:
Lord's Day Service at Pyungkang Main Church (14 Dec) -
Formal wear & proper closed footwear
Other Worship Services and Bible Study Times -
All participants are expected to dress appropriately for worship.
Tops: T-shirts and retreat hoodie are allowed. No revealing, translucent/see-through or crop tops.
Bottoms: Jeans and pants
Garden of the Morning Calm Outing -
Dress warm
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Retreat FAQ
Airport Transport Arrangements:
1. Airport Pick-up to Retreat Center (One time pick-up only):
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11 Dec 2026, 10:15AM: Incheon Airport Terminal 1 (T1)
2. PKC Main Church Drop-off to Airport (One time Drop-off only):
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14 Dec 2026, 1:00PM: PKC to Airport
3. Visa Requirement:
Gentle Reminder to apply for South Korean Visa for countries without visa exempt (in Red):
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Singapore – Not required
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Malaysia – Not required
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United States – Not required
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Indonesia - Required
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China - Required
Philippines - Required
4. Travel insurance:
The Church is NOT providing, please apply for your own travel insurance if required.
5. Seoul is one hour ahead of Singapore time
6. It is a REQUIREMENT to sign the indemnity form
7. Rules, packing list, and dress code (esp. for Worship):
https://www.zionchurchsg.com/retreat2025
8. Offering Collection: There will be 3 Main Services with Offering collections (Opening, Prayer & Praise, and Lord's Day). You may use KRW or online transfer.
9. Retreat Announcements will be made via a main Retreat Whatsapp group
Liability / Indemnity Form *Compulsory
All participants are REQUIRED to sign the indemnity form. If you have not done so, please see Evangelist Nick asap.