Can foreigners use Melon Ticket?

Yes, but the interface is almost entirely in Korean and some seating categories require Korean identity verification (PASS). Check the event page before relying on this platform.

How do I get around Korean identity verification?

When a 'global' sale exists for the same event, it does not require PASS. Otherwise you need an authorized reseller — avoid person-to-person resale, which is often refused at the door.

Booking on Melon Ticket from abroad

Hard

Quick facts

Account: Kakao account (email)
ID verification: Sometimes required (PASS)
Payment: Visa / Mastercard (global sales)
Ticket pickup: Varies by venue

The steps

1
Sign up through Kakao — Melon has no account system of its own
On ticket.melon.com, the "회원가입" (sign up) link goes straight to accounts.kakao.com: every Melon account is a Kakao account. Pick "I have an email account" (or "카카오계정 만들기" / "Create a Kakao account" if you don't have one) — signup is by email, the flow is available in English, and no Korean phone number is asked for at this step.
2
Watch for Korean-only verification (PASS)
Once your Kakao account exists, high-demand sales (comebacks, fan meetings) can still require Korean identity verification through the PASS app, which needs a Korean resident registration number. Check the event page for "본인인증" (identity verification) before counting on a spot.
3
Use the global sale when one exists
If PASS verification is required, look for a "Global sale" tab or window — more international tours are adding one — or go through an authorized reseller listed on the artist's official site.
4
Pay by international card
International Visa/Mastercard works on most global sales once your seats are selected.

💡 Good to know

Once you're logged in, the Melon Ticket site itself is still almost entirely in Korean: use your phone's screen translation for the seat-selection and payment steps — their labels aren't translated.

Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners use Melon Ticket?: Yes, but the interface is almost entirely in Korean and some seating categories require Korean identity verification (PASS). Check the event page before relying on this platform.
How do I get around Korean identity verification?: When a 'global' sale exists for the same event, it does not require PASS. Otherwise you need an authorized reseller — avoid person-to-person resale, which is often refused at the door.