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The Ministry of Justice’s Enhanced Skilled Workforce Program Since 2017, the Ministry of Justice has been implementing the ‘Skilled Foreign Worker (E-7-4)’ program, which offers long-term blue-collar workers a pathway to switch to long-term employment visas based on their accumulated skills. Initially, the program allowed for a gradual increase in the number of E-7-4 visa … Read more

Changes Coming to the KIIP: Transition to a Paid Program The Korean Immigration and Integration Program (KIIP), which has provided free educational services for immigrants, will begin charging fees starting January 2025. This initiative aims to help immigrants systematically learn the Korean language and culture to better adapt and achieve self-sufficiency in Korean society. While … Read more

Shortage of Waste Crane Operators Deepens The challenge of finding drivers for waste cranes, which collect various materials like scrap metal, plastic, and waste vinyl, is steadily growing. According to a survey conducted by the Korea Waste Resource Recycling Cooperative last year, out of 438 waste cranes operated by several member companies, 44 units (10%) … Read more

Shortage of Waste Grab Truck Drivers Intensifies The demand for waste grab truck drivers, essential for collecting scrap metal, plastic waste, and other refuse, is becoming increasingly difficult to meet. A survey conducted last year by the Korea Recycling Association revealed that out of 438 waste grab trucks operated by its member companies, 44 (10%) … Read more