The Incheon Overseas Chinese Association announced on its notice board that the right-hand entrance to its building would be temporarily closed, with visitors directed to other entrances for the duration.

The notice set out the reason for the closure and the routes remaining available, intended to reduce confusion for members visiting to conduct business or obtain documents.

The association handles passport and certification matters among other work and has long served as an administrative point of contact for the local Chinese community, with queues forming at busy times.

The association continues to inform members of facility matters through its notice board, which is also used for closures and changes to opening hours.

Checking the board before visiting saves a wasted trip, the association advises, noting that required documents differ by type of business and are worth confirming in advance.

The association said the date the entrance reopens would be posted on the same board.