korea-visa-information
How to Change Your C-3-8 Visa to an H-2 Visa in South Korea If you are a Chinese national who has entered South Korea on a C-3-8 visa and wish to switch to an H-2 (Visit Employment) visa, there are specific prerequisites and procedures you must follow. Notably, you will only be eligible for a … Read more
Expanded Opportunities for Foreign Youth in South Korea: Employment and Settlement without a College Degree Korean Foreign Youth Can Now Find Jobs Without Attending College! In a significant shift, the South Korean Ministry of Justice recently announced a new policy allowing foreign youths who have grown up in Korea, specifically those who attended elementary through … Read more
Can Foreigners Entering on an E-8 Visa Extend Their Stay? In South Korea, foreign workers entering the country on an E-8 visa for seasonal work often wonder about their stay duration. This visa is primarily issued for short-term stays to address specific labor shortages in agriculture and fishing sectors. So, is it possible to extend … Read more
Official Announcement from HiKorea regarding Income Requirements for Foreigners 1. GNI Standard for South Korea As of March 5, 2025, in relation to the Bank of Korea’s announcement of the Gross National Income (GNI) per capita for 2024, we would like to clarify the criteria applied for residency and visa matters: According to our previous … Read more