The law will take effect on March 1, 2026, a day before the new school year begins. - Photo: ST file
SEOUL: Starting in March 2026, South Korean students are banned from using phones during class, under a new law that passed the National Assembly on Wednesday (Aug 27).
The measure applies to elementary, middle and high schools, though exceptions will be allowed when the devices are used for educational purposes or emergencies with the approval of school officials or teachers.
