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Korea's workation visa went permanent on 30 June 2026 with tiered income thresholds. Enter a few details to see which tier applies to you, the exact income you need, and what to prepare.
Since 30 June 2026 the requirement is 1× to 2× Korea's previous-year GNI per capita (₩52,410,000 for 2025) depending on your age, where you stay and whether family accompanies you. Applicants aged 18–34 staying outside Seoul, Gyeonggi and Incheon need 1× GNI; most other solo applicants in the capital region need 2×.
Yes, if you currently hold B-1, B-2 or C-3 short-term status and meet the requirements, you can apply to the immigration office for a change of status to F-1-D. Otherwise you apply at a Korean embassy or consulate abroad.
One year is granted on foreigner registration and can be extended in one-year increments up to a maximum of three years in total.
No. The F-1-D is for remote work for an overseas employer or overseas clients. Employment or profit-making activity for a Korean entity is not permitted and requires a different visa such as E-7 or D-8.
Private medical insurance covering at least ₩100,000,000 for medical treatment and repatriation, valid for your entire stay in Korea.
Not necessarily. Many applicants file on their own. A lawyer is useful when your income is close to a threshold, your employment structure is unusual (contractor, own company, multiple clients), you want a change of status handled inside Korea, or you also need help with a lease, tax residency or setting up locally.