Analysis of South Korea’s Refugee System and Refugee Status in 2024

Overview of South Korea’s Refugee System and Current Trends According to a recent announcement from the Ministry of Justice, the cumulative number of refugee applications has surpassed 120,000 as of December 2024, setting a record high. Following the enactment of the refugee law, there has been a significant increase in applications, prompting more active discussions … Read more

Invitation for Korean Naturalization Parents (F1 Visa Korea) Guide

How to Invite Your Parents to Korea as a Naturalized Citizen If you are a naturalized South Korean citizen who previously lived abroad and want to invite your parents, currently residing overseas, to Korea, the process differs based on your parents’ nationality and purpose of stay. Let’s explore the visa options available for inviting your … Read more

The Foreign Employment Permit System (E9 H2 visa in Korea): A Comprehensive Guide to the Hiring Process and Important Considerations.

📌 What is the Foreign Employment Permit System? The Foreign Employment Permit System enables small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to legally hire foreign workers when they are unable to find suitable domestic labor. This program operates under the Act on the Employment of Foreign Workers (Law No. 18929, amended on June 10, 2022, and enacted … Read more

Issues and Solutions for Foreign Seasonal Workers (E8 Visa Korea)

Rising Demand for Foreign Seasonal Workers in Rural Areas In recent years, the demand for foreign seasonal workers has surged as a solution to the labor shortage in rural areas. However, this rapid growth has cast a shadow over the industry, revealing significant issues such as poor working conditions, wage exploitation, and human rights violations. … Read more