Gangbuk-gu Trash & Recycling Schedule
Check general trash, food waste, and recycling collection days & bulky waste rules across Seoul districts.
Gangbuk-gu Waste Map
Select any of the 13 neighborhoods on the map to view collection hours.
⏱️ Disposal Rules at a Glance
🚫 No-collection days: Saturday and the day before public holidays (Put out trash after sunset during designated hours)
⚡ Resident Quick Services
View collection hours on map
Find nearby textile drop-offs
Community center drop-off points
Apply online for large items
Official free home collection
🗂️ Waste Sorting & Disposal Details
🔍 Most Confusing Waste Items in Gangbuk-gu
Items frequently mistaken for recyclables that belong in standard or non-combustible bags.
Cannot be recycled into animal feed; dispose of in standard volume-based bags.
Non-burnable waste; wrap safely in paper and use a special PP sack.
Internal plastic coating and thermal paper prevent standard paper recycling.
Composite material with aluminum lining; must be placed in general trash.
Remove all tape and shipping labels; only clean white foam is recyclable.
Grease-soaked cardboard cannot be pulped; throw into standard waste bag.
Illegal Dumping Fines & Penalties in Gangbuk-gu
According to the Waste Management Act, failing to use standard bags or violating collection hours results in strict fines.
🏷️ Estimated Bulky Waste Sticker Fees in Gangbuk-gu
Estimated standard sticker fees for bulky furniture and household items.
| Item | Size / Type | Est. Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🛏️ Bed Mattress | Single / Double·Queen | ₩8,000 ~ 15,000 | Frame separate |
| 🛋️ Sofa | 1-seat / 2-3 seats / 4+ seats | ₩5,000 ~ 15,000 | All materials |
| 🪑 Dining Table / Desk | 1-person / 4-person+ | ₩4,000 ~ 9,000 | Glass top separate |
| 🪑 Chair / Stool | Standard / Office chair | ₩2,000 ~ 4,000 | Massage chair ₩15k~20k |
📍 Neighborhoods in Gangbuk-gu (13)
Select any of the 13 neighborhoods in Gangbuk-gu to view its collection hours and boundary on the map.
❓ 강북구 Disposal FAQ
What are the trash collection days and times in 강북구?
In 강북구, general trash must be placed in official volume-based bags at your building entrance during designated evening hours on scheduled collection days.
How do I handle bulky waste in 강북구?
Register bulky waste online on the 강북구 district office website or purchase a sticker at local designated vendors before placing items out.