Fansigns and video-call events

Usually you enter by buying an album from a designated retailer during the entry period, and winners are chosen by draw. If you win, you get the members' autographs in person and a brief chance to talk. Entry conditions and schedules are posted in the retailer's notice, so read it carefully.

Under many entry systems, each album counts as one entry, so buying more can raise your odds. However, nothing is guaranteed, and the selection criteria are often not made public. Only enter with an amount you can comfortably afford, and don't let the pressure of a draw push you into overspending.

A video-call fansign is an online event where winning fans have a short video call with a member at a set time. Some events accept entries from international fans through global online stores, but sales regions and entry conditions differ by event. Call length, the app used and whether you may record are all set by the event notice.

In-person fansigns require you to attend in Korea, which is difficult for most overseas fans. Instead, you can enter video-call events run by retailers that ship internationally. Check the event notice for any country restrictions before buying albums to enter. Allow extra time for international shipping.

Winners are usually announced through the retailer's notice board, app or a text message. Some events also run a separate identity check afterward. Be wary of messages asking for personal information or money in exchange for a win, since they may be scams; trust only official channels.

Wait your turn as staff direct and finish your conversation within the time allowed. Avoid touching the members or asking intrusive personal questions. Whether filming is allowed and what gifts you may bring are set by the event notice, so read it before the day.

The most important things are proof that you won and a photo ID for verification. The album to be signed is often specified by the organizer, so follow their instructions. Many fans also write short questions or messages on sticky notes to show the members, since the time to talk is brief.

Most fansigns allow only the person who entered to attend, and they check ID at the door. Buying or selling winning spots breaks the rules, and if discovered, attendance can be cancelled. If something comes up, contact the retailer first to ask about your options.

You need a stable internet connection, a fully charged phone and the app specified by the event. Calls are short, so plan what you want to say ahead of time, and earphones help you hear clearly. Follow the event notice for the connection time and how to wait in the queue.

Organizers sometimes try to reconnect you if there is a connection problem, but it is not guaranteed. Test your Wi-Fi beforehand and turn off notifications from other apps. Check the precautions in the event notice to see how dropped calls are handled.

Whether recording or screenshots are allowed differs from event to event, and some prohibit them. Even when allowed, make sure no one else's personal information appears in what you share. Breaking the rules could get you barred from future events, so read the notice carefully.

Yes. Many members can answer in simple English. Learning a short Korean greeting or writing your message on a note in advance can help. Interpreters are usually not provided, so prepare a few short, easy phrases to make the most of your brief time.

Each retailer sets its own entry period, and purchases made after the deadline don't count. Many base it on when payment is completed, so order with time to spare. Check the retailer's notice for the exact dates and cutoff time. A failed or cancelled payment may void the entry.

A hi-touch event lets fans high-five each member in turn, while a photo event lets winners take a picture with members. Like fansigns, entry is often through album purchases or fan club draws. Formats differ from event to event, so check the official notice for details.

Whether gifts and letters are accepted depends on the event. Some fansigns take letters but restrict gifts, and even when gifts are allowed, food and expensive items may be limited. Check the event notice for any gift policy before you prepare something special for a member. A warm verbal greeting is always welcome.

It depends on the event size, but usually you get only a few short exchanges with each member. Prepare one or two sentences you really want to say. Staff manage the timing, so follow their cue and move on to the next member smoothly when asked.

Individuals who promise guaranteed wins or offer to enter on your behalf for money are very likely scammers. Enter only through the official retailers listed in the announcement. If you get a suspicious message, confirm it with the retailer's customer service before doing anything.

Refunds on fansign entry albums are often restricted after the draw, and you may not get one even if you lose. Read the retailer's refund policy carefully before purchasing. Defective items can still usually be exchanged under the store's normal policy. Read any consent terms during checkout.

A fan meeting is a show at a venue with talks, games and performances, and you usually join by buying a ticket. A fansign is a smaller event where a limited number of winners meet members up close for autographs. Fan meetings often have fan club presales.

Fansign schedules are mostly posted on record retailers' notice boards, the agency's official social media and fan platforms. Turning on notifications for those accounts helps you not miss them. Always cross-check information from unofficial accounts against the official announcement. Entry windows are often short, so act quickly.