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This study aims to determine the adaptation of communication in the perspective of Indonesian Diaspora in Korea which is seen from the communication process, the form of communication, and communication barriers. The method used in this study is descriptive method and interpretative analysis techniques. The data collection techniques used are interviews and observations. The participants in this study were 10 Indonesian students who were studying in Korea. Data validation is done through extension of observation, improvement of perseverance, triangulation, and discussions with colleagues. Research result (1) The process of communication in communication adaptation as follows: primary communication that were done in-person, intensively, & well programmed, and secondary communication using various media in communication; (2) Forms of communication in communication adaptation through forms of interpersonal communication, group communication, organizational communication, and intercultural communication; and (3) Communication barriers in communication adaptation as follows: technical barriers, language barriers, psychological barriers, and environmental barriers. Suggestions from this study are to conduct further research on the perspective of Indonesian Diaspora focusing on communication adaptation through cultural studies (intercultural communication).