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South Korea introduces fines up to 5 million won for blocking parking lots and up to 1 million for long-term camper parking

05.07.2026 05:13 1 min 3 sources
dotkeypress.kr KOR + 2 more
South Korea introduces fines up to 5 million won for blocking parking lots and up to 1 million for long-term camper parking
Original source: 닷키프레스

In Brief

Starting August 28, 2026, South Korea is tightening penalties for blocking entrances to parking lots in residential complexes and shopping centers. A fine of up to 1 million won is also introduced for parking campers on free municipal lots for more than a month.

New regulations in South Korea are tightening penalties for blocking entrances to parking lots in residential complexes and shopping centers. From August 28, 2026, a first violation carries a fine of 2 million won, with a maximum of up to 5 million won, and possible vehicle towing.

Fines for long-term camper parking

Additionally, the new rules cover long-term (over a month) occupation of free public parking lots, including by motorhomes and campers, with a fine of up to 1 million won. Earlier, in November 2025, a ruling party lawmaker introduced a bill tightening parking rules for campers on free municipal lots. The initiative is part of fulfilling the president's campaign promises.

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South Korea introduces fines up to 5 million won for blocking parking lot entrances

18.06.2026 dotkeypress.kr KOR Original source

South Korea proposes fines for long-term camper van parking in free public lots

07.11.2025 ebn.co.kr KOR Original source

Bill Proposed to Ban 'Camping Car Squatting' in Public Parking Lots... 'Strengthening Administrative Sanctions for Parking Over One Month'

07.11.2025 busan.com ENG Original source

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