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18 Lodging Facilities Face Action Ahead of BTS Concert

3/9/2026

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The Seoul Metropolitan Government reported 18 of 83 lodging facilities violated regulations ahead of BTS's March 21 concert.
Violations included failing to display required price lists and business registration certificates.
The city intensified inspections to curb price gouging after Korea Heritage Service approved historic-site use for the event.
Violators may face criminal charges with penalties up to six months in prison or five million won, and public reports will be accepted through March 21.

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The Seoul Metropolitan Government reported 18 of 83 lodging facilities violated regulations ahead of BTS's March 21 concert.
Violations included failing to display required price lists and business registration certificates.
The city intensified inspections to curb price gouging after Korea Heritage Service approved historic-site use for the event.
Violators may face criminal charges with penalties up to six months in prison or five million won, and public reports will be accepted through March 21.