What you need so you don't get stopped at the door — age rules, ID, and whether foreigners get in.
Korea uses "year age", not your exact birthday. In 2026, anyone born in 2007 or earlier can enter — your birthday doesn't matter. Some clubs set their own higher minimum (23+, for example).
Yes. Foreigners need a physical passport or ARC. Photos and photocopies are not accepted — ID checks are a legal obligation for the venue, so there is almost no flexibility.
Most do, and Itaewon and Hongdae in particular are used to international crowds. That said, some venues apply their own door policy and can turn groups away (all-male groups, for instance). Booking ahead removes most of that risk.
Same as the club entry rule — in 2026, born 2007 or earlier. It's checked at the door, so there's no separate step inside.
Yes. Some Hongdae venues explicitly welcome solo guests. Solo men can have a harder time at certain doors, though — if that's you, a booked table settles it.
Cards work in most places, but some prefer cash for the door fee. Carrying ₩20,000–30,000 in cash is a safe move.
A table booked in advance takes the door question off the table entirely. We confirm it with the club for you.