South Korea Work Visa Tips: What You Should Know Before Moving
By Farin Khatoon. If you’re planning to move to South Korea for work, getting the right visa is the first and most crucial step. The process may look simple on paper, but in reality, it involves a lot of documentation, patience, and understanding of the visa types available. Based on my own experience of living and working in Korea, here are some helpful tips you should know before applying for a work visa. 1. Understand Which Visa You Need South Korea offers multiple types of work visas depending on your job or research area. The most common ones are: E-1 to E-7 visas: For foreign professionals, teachers, researchers, and engineers. D-2 visa: For international students pursuing higher education. D-4 visa: For trainees or language learners. E-3 (Research) / E-7 (Special Occupation): Often used for research assistants or skilled technical professionals. 👉 Before applying, carefully check which visa type matches your role and qualifications. Your Korean employer...
