As Hangeul Day approaches, there is growing interest in the operations of banks, the stock market, and delivery services.
This year, Hangeul Day falls on a Friday, leading to a three-day holiday from October 9 through the weekend of October 10-11. While bank branches, the domestic stock market, and post office counters will be closed, delivery services, large supermarkets, hospitals, and pharmacies will operate differently.
▲ Banks and Stock Markets Closed...Plan Ahead for October 8
On Hangeul Day, bank branches will be closed. While online and mobile banking, as well as ATMs, will remain available, customers needing in-person services should complete their transactions by October 8.
The domestic stock market will also be closed. The Korea Exchange, including the KOSPI and KOSDAQ, will not conduct trading on October 9. The last trading day before the holiday is October 8, with markets reopening on October 12.
Post office counters for mail and financial services will also be closed on Hangeul Day. Customers needing to send mail or conduct financial transactions should check the schedule before visiting.
▲ Do Delivery Services Stop on Holidays? Check with Each Company
Delivery services differ from banks and the stock market.
Recently, the delivery industry has expanded to seven-day delivery, meaning the rule of 'holidays equal no delivery' does not apply uniformly across all companies. CJ Logistics operates a seven-day delivery system through its 'Everyday Delivery' service, and Lotte Global Logistics also offers delivery services on Sundays and holidays.
The actual delivery status may vary depending on the delivery company, region, and service. If you need to send or receive items around Hangeul Day, it is advisable to confirm the shipping schedule with the seller and the delivery service you are using.
▲ Supermarkets Are Not Always Closed...Hospitals and Pharmacies Vary
Not all large supermarkets will close nationwide on Hangeul Day. Mandatory closure days vary by region, and individual store hours may differ, so it is important to check the holiday schedule of the store you plan to visit.
The same applies to hospitals and pharmacies. Some medical facilities and pharmacies will be open on holidays, so it is not possible to make a blanket statement about their hours.
If you need medical attention on Hangeul Day, you can check the operating hours of nearby hospitals and pharmacies through the emergency medical portal 'E-Gen.'
* This article has been translated by AI.
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