Shortage of waste collection truck drivers and employment opportunities for foreign workers with E-9 and H-2 visas.

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 Loader Operators and Employment of Foreign Workers

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

Starting in 2025, foreign seasonal workers on E8 visas will be available for daily employment in select regions.

Introduction of a New Public Seasonal Labor Program Starting in 2025, the county of Yeongam in Jeollanam-do will launch a new ‘Public Seasonal Labor Program’ that allows for the daily hiring of foreign seasonal workers. This innovative approach involves local agricultural cooperatives entering into contracts with workers and then dispatching them to farms on a … Read more

Startup Korea Special Visa: Introduction of a New Startup Visa for Foreign Entrepreneurs

Introduction of the Startup Korea Special Visa South Korea has officially launched the ‘Startup Korea Special Visa’ program aimed at attracting innovative entrepreneurial talent from abroad and globalizing the domestic startup ecosystem. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the Startup Korea Special Visa, including application procedures and the key features of … Read more