About this bin
Batteries go in battery collection boxes at community service centres (주민센터), apartments, schools and some shops. Read the full guide →
Ask in Korean
Show this to the building manager or a neighbour: 이거 어디에 버려요? — “Where do I throw this away?”
Sources
- Seoul Media Hub — Seoul’s disposal standard for hard-to-recycle items (June 2025)
- Seoul Metropolitan Government — unified sorting standard for about 60 confusing items (Aug 2025)
Last checked October 13, 2026. Rules can differ by district.
Rules in your city
Collection days, times and large-waste booking differ by city and district.