--- title: "Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) — check charity number SC053244 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053244. the advancement of religion charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/edinburgh-korean-church-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:12:16.825Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC053244) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £27,406 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC053244 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £27,406 ## What does Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) do? Our charity is a community church that supports Korean people living in Edinburgh, as well as anyone interested in worshipping in the Korean language. We provide regular Sunday services in Korean, followed by Bible studies, book studies, and fellowship meetings. We also support young Korean Christians through worship gatherings and retreats. Each year, we organise events to help people connect with one another, especially international students who are new to Edinburgh. These activities help them settle into life here and explore the Christian faith. In addition to our Sunday gatherings, we… ## What causes is Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=edinburgh-korean-church-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053244) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO)'s charity number? Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO)'s charity number is SC053244. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053244? Search SC053244 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) do? Our charity is a community church that supports Korean people living in Edinburgh, as well as anyone interested in worshipping in the Korean language. We provide regular Sunday services in Korean, followed by Bible studies, book studies, and fellowship meetings. We also support young Korean Christians through worship gatherings and retreats. Each year, we organise events to help people connect with one another, especially international students who are new to Edinburgh. These activities help them settle into life here and explore the Christian faith. In addition to our Sunday gatherings, we… Does Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO)? Edinburgh Korean Church (SCIO) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC053244).