Seoul at a glance
- About 1 million people live in Seoul, the capital of South Korea and its biggest city.
- Close by: Gwangmyeong (14 km), Guri-si (15 km) and Goyang-si (16 km).
Dating by city / South Korea / Seoul region / Seoul
Singles in Seoul
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Seoul? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
First-date ideas for Seoul
Big cities make it easy to keep a first date short and neutral. Meet at a coffee place in a busy area, and if it goes well, walk somewhere nearby instead of planning a whole evening.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Seoul: questions and answers
How far around Seoul can I search?
Within 50 km of Seoul there are 22 towns and cities — Incheon, Suwon and Goyang-si among them — with more than 21 million residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Seoul free on YADate?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Seoul and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Seoul real?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Seoul?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in South Korea or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.