Korea (South)
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Overview
Capital
Seoul
Currency
KRW
Continent
Asia
Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Korea (South).
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Korea (South)
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Visa Free | 90 days |
| India | Visa Required | 90 days |
| Austria | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Belgium | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Croatia | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Czechia | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Denmark | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Estonia | Visa Free | 90 days |
Detailed visa guides for Korea (South)
Monthly costs
Seoul
Rent (center)
900 USD/mo
Groceries
350 USD/mo
Transport
55 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,405 USD/mo
Work Permits
Korea (South) offers a Digital Nomad / Freelance visa option.
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E-7 Visa (Special Occupation)
Duration: Up to 3 years, renewable
Skilled professionals in designated occupations with an employer sponsor
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Digital Nomad Visa (Workcation Visa)
Duration: Up to 2 years
Remote workers from designated countries with income above threshold
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D-8 Visa (Corporate Investment)
Duration: Up to 5 years, renewable
Foreign investors investing at least 100 million KRW in a Korean business
Salary & Tax
Income Tax Range
6% – 45%
Social Security (Employee)
0.09%
Annual thresholds in KRW. Employee social security ~9% (pension 4.5%, health 3.5%, employment 0.9%). Local income tax of 10% of national tax also applies.
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