South Korea

Oral Contracts in South Korea Small Claims

₩30,000,000
Maximum claim amount in small claims court
1 year
Statute of limitations for most oral service contracts
70%
Estimated success rate for plaintiffs with credible witness evidence
30 days
Typical first hearing date after filing
The Short Answer

Yes, you can sue for breach of an oral contract in South Korea’s small claims court (up to ₩30 million), but proving its existence and terms is your burden.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteCivil Act (Act No. 493)statuteSmall Claims Procedure Act (Act No. 12529)governmentCourt Service Center – Small Claims GuidegovernmentMinistry of Justice – Civil Procedure Overview

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Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: 2026-10-18.