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South Korea work visas

Work permit frameworks under the Korea Immigration Service: E-7 Foreign National of Special Ability, D-8 Corporate Investor, and the F-2-7 points-based resident visa.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

IT developers, semiconductor engineers, marketing executives, and foreign professionals working in South Korea.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • E-7 Visa: Master's degree in related field, OR bachelor's degree with 1 year relevant experience, OR 5 years specialized experience without degree
  • F-2-7 Resident Visa: Scoring 80+ points out of 120 based on age, education, Korean language (TOPIK), and annual taxable income
  • Employment contract with a registered Korean company complying with foreign hiring ratios
Process

How the process works

  1. Korean sponsor applies for Certificate for Confirmation of Visa Issuance (CCVI) via Korea Visa Portal
  2. Candidate collects visa from Korean Consulate abroad
  3. Arrive in South Korea, attend immigration office for alien registration, and receive Foreigner Registration Card (ARC)
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Passport, employment contract, degree certificates with apostille, employment reference letters, tax documents, company business registration
Good to know

What to keep in mind

The F-2-7 points visa grants complete open employment freedom, liberating holders from single-employer sponsorship.

Official source: Korea Immigration Service — Hi Korea. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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