South Korea

Appealing Small Claims Decisions in South Korea

14 days
Deadline to file appeal from judgment
₩30 million
Maximum claim amount eligible for small claims procedure
1
Number of appeal levels allowed (to district court only)
0%
Filing fee waiver for small claims appeals under Court Fees Act
The Short Answer

Yes, you may appeal a small claims court decision in South Korea within 14 days to the district court, but only on points of law—not factual disputes.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteCivil Procedure Act (Act No. 8491)statuteCourt Fees Act (Act No. 15169)governmentSmall Claims Procedure Guidelines

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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.