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Korea Digital Nomad Visa (F-1-D) Income Checker

Korea's workation visa moved to regular operation on 30 June 2026 with tiered income thresholds. Enter a few details to see which tier applies to you, the published income references, and what to prepare. This is income screening, not a visa eligibility decision.

Step 1

Your situation

Compare the rounded amounts printed in the Ministry of Justice's 7 July 2026 annex with multiples of the Bank of Korea's revised 2025 GNI of ₩52,570,000 (9 June 2026). Confirm the exact amount used by your receiving office.

Your age

Where in Korea will you stay?

Capital tier: Seoul, Gyeonggi or Incheon, excluding designated areasRegional tier: outside the capital region, or a confirmed designated area

The regional tier also covers designated depopulation or depopulation-watch areas within the capital region. Confirm the current designation of your specific address before selecting that tier.

Annual gross income

Converted at a rough ₩1,400/USD for screening only; the immigration office applies its own rate.

My spouse and/or minor children will accompany meI currently work in, and have at least one year of experience in, the same industryYour work structure

Frequently asked questions

How much income do I need for Korea's digital nomad visa?

Since 30 June 2026, solo applicants aged 18–34 use 1.5× GNI in the capital tier and 1× in the regional tier; solo applicants aged 35+ use 2× and 1.5× respectively. With a spouse or minor children, the tiers are 2× and 1.5× regardless of age. The regional tier includes designated depopulation/depopulation-watch areas. The July Ministry of Justice annex prints rounded reference amounts, while the Bank of Korea’s June release reports ₩52,570,000 in 2025 GNI. Confirm the exact application amount; the calculator flags the difference for review.

Can I apply for the F-1-D from inside Korea?

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.

How long can I stay?

Extensions are available up to a maximum of three years in total. The July 2026 overview gives one year from entry for registration after F-1-D entry but does not specify the starting date for an in-country change. Confirm your actual granted period with immigration.

Can I work for a Korean company on this visa?

No. The F-1-D is for eligible overseas-company remote workers and overseas business owners. Foreign clients alone do not establish eligibility. Employment or profit-making activity for a Korean entity is not permitted and requires separate immigration review.

What insurance do I need?

Private medical insurance covering at least ₩100,000,000 for medical treatment and repatriation, valid for your entire stay in Korea.

Do I need a lawyer?

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 need advice on an in-country change of status, or you also need help with a lease, tax residency or setting up locally.