# South Korea has passed a law banning mobile phones and digital devices in classrooms nationwide, effective from March next year. The move, supported across Parliament, aims to curb social media’s impact on youth and formalises existing restrictions. Surveys show South Korea is one of the most digitally connected nations, with 99-percent of citizens online and 98-percent owning smartphones. Education data reveals 37-percent of students say social media affects daily life, while 22-percent feel anxious without access.
South Korea bans mobile phones in classrooms starting March 2026