Booking Terms & Conditions

Workshops can be booked by submitting a registration form on our website. By completing a booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions in full. Your booking is confirmed upon receipt of the required deposit.

Workshops are available as private workshops (one or multiple days) and group workshops (3-day and 5-day). 3-day and 5-day group workshops run on scheduled dates as listed on our website. Private workshops are available on request and are scheduled in mutual agreement between the guest and Seoul Photography Workshops. Private workshops can be arranged at short notice and are open to participants from 1 person onwards. Group workshops have a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 participants.

Workshop prices are listed on our website and are stated per person, inclusive of VAT (10%).

A deposit of 25% of the total workshop fee is due at the time of booking. Payment of the deposit secures your place on the workshop, subject to the go/no-go confirmation described below.

We will confirm whether a workshop is going ahead no later than 90 days before the start date. We strongly recommend that you do not book non-refundable flights, accommodation or other travel arrangements until you have received our go/no-go confirmation. Once a workshop is confirmed, it will run regardless of subsequent cancellations by other participants.

The remaining balance is due within 14 days of receiving our go/no-go confirmation.

If a workshop is cancelled by us due to insufficient sign-ups, your deposit will be refunded in full. If you cancel after receiving our go/no-go confirmation, please refer to Section 3 for our cancellation policy.

Cancellation by you

If you wish to cancel your booking, please notify us in writing at info@seoulphotoworkshops.com (opens in new tab).

• If you cancel more than 90 days before the start date of the workshop, your deposit will be refunded in full.
• If you cancel between 90 and 60 days before the start date, your deposit will be forfeited. Any balance already paid will be refunded.
• If you cancel less than 60 days before the start date, the full amount paid is non-refundable.

If you are unable to attend, you may request to transfer your booking to another participant by contacting us at info@seoulphotoworkshops.com (opens in new tab). It is our intention to accommodate such requests where possible, though transfers remain at our discretion.

Cancellation by us

If we cancel a workshop due to insufficient sign-ups, you will be notified as early as possible and no later than 90 days before the start date. Your deposit will be refunded in full.

Once a workshop has been confirmed, we will only cancel in exceptional circumstances such as force majeure or serious safety concerns. In such cases, all payments received will be refunded in full. Seoul Photography Workshops is not liable for any third-party costs incurred, including flights, accommodation or visa fees.

We strongly recommend that all participants hold valid travel insurance prior to joining a workshop. Your policy should cover trip cancellation, medical expenses and personal equipment. Seoul Photography Workshops cannot be held responsible for any costs arising from circumstances outside our control, including illness, injury, flight disruption or other events that prevent you from attending. Travel insurance is your primary protection in such situations.

All photographs taken by participants during the workshop remain the property of the participant. We make no claim over your work.

During workshops, Seoul Photography Workshops may take photographs or video for use in our own marketing and communications. By booking a workshop, you consent to appearing in such material. If you would prefer not to be included, please let us know in advance and we will respect your wishes.

We collect and store personal data provided during the booking process solely for the purpose of administering your workshop experience. Your data is never shared with third parties for commercial purposes. If you have any questions about how your data is handled, please contact us at info@seoulphotoworkshops.com (opens in new tab).

We ask all participants to treat fellow guests, our hosts and the local community with respect throughout the workshop.Photography in Seoul can be a sensitive matter. All participants are expected to be mindful of local customs and the privacy of individuals. We will provide guidance on cultural awareness as part of the workshop, and we ask that all participants act thoughtfully and respectfully when photographing people, places of worship and private spaces.

Participants who disregard this guidance in a way that causes offence or disruption may be asked to leave the workshop. In the event that a participant is removed due to conduct, no refund will be issued for any remaining days or activities.

Participation in Seoul Photography Workshops is at your own risk. While we take all reasonable care to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, Seoul Photography Workshops is not liable for any loss, theft or damage to personal equipment or belongings during a workshop.

Seoul Photography Workshops is not liable for personal injury sustained during workshop activities. Participants are responsible for their own physical wellbeing and should ensure they are in suitable health to take part in a full day of walking and outdoor activity.

Our total liability to you in connection with a workshop is limited to the total amount paid by you for that workshop.

These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea. Any disputes arising in connection with a booking or workshop will be subject to the jurisdiction of the Korean courts.

If you have any questions about these terms and conditions or your booking, please contact us at info@seoulphotoworkshops.com (opens in new tab).