Rising Use of Foreign Workers in South Korea’s Construction Industry Recently, the construction industry in South Korea has seen an increase in the hiring of foreign laborers, largely driven by rising labor costs and an aging workforce. This trend is also fueled by foreigners’ willingness to work on construction sites. Particularly, it’s becoming more common … Read more
Understanding Income Requirements for Inviting Foreign Spouses to South Korea Inviting a foreign spouse to South Korea involves navigating a number of legal and economic requirements. Among these, proving a certain level of income is particularly significant. To welcome a foreign spouse, the host must demonstrate adequate income to ensure that the partner can settle … Read more
Key Income Requirements for Obtaining Citizenship One of the critical factors for acquiring citizenship is that the applicant’s income must meet a certain threshold. This income requirement is linked to South Korea’s Gross National Income (GNI), which is subject to annual updates from the Bank of Korea. In this article, we will clarify the income … Read more
How Foreigners with an F5 Visa Can Acquire Korean Citizenship Foreign nationals holding an F5 visa in South Korea can apply for Korean citizenship through naturalization by meeting specific criteria and submitting the required documents. In this article, we will explore the naturalization process and the eligibility requirements for obtaining Korean nationality. General Naturalization Requirements … Read more