South Korea launches new visa options for ‘K-Culture’ lovers, digital nomads and remote workers

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Edited by Travel Weekly


    The new Workcation (Digital Nomad) Visa (F-1-D), has been launched starting from 1 January 2024 for remote workers of overseas companies who wish to stay in Korea.

    Previously, remote workers travelling in Korea were limited to stays of up to 90 days, the new ‘workcation’ Visa is valid for one year upon entry, with the possibility to extend for an additional year.

    Applicants aged 18 or older must have worked for an overseas company for at least one year and have earned a salary equivalent to at least 85,000,000 KRW (around $97,000 AUD) in the previous year.

    Applicants will also require medical insurance that covers over 100,000,000 KRW (around $114,000 AUD) in medical treatment and repatriation fees, according to the ministry.

    Qualifying applicants may also apply for their dependent family to stay in Korea during the visa validity period and eligible remote workers currently staying in Korea on a short-term visitor visa can apply for a change of visa.

    The visa does not equate as a work permit for employment in Korea, and engagement in profit-making activities is strictly prohibited.

    South Korea has also announced a new Hallyu (Korean Wave) visa called the ‘K-Culture Training Visa,’ which will be launched in the second half of 2024 specifically for enthusiasts of Korean culture. It will allow foreign individuals who register at local performing art academies to stay in the country for up to two years. With this visa, those passionate about Korean culture or related fields in the pop industry will receive education and training from experts in Korean music, film, animation and gaming industries.

    Submission of applications can be processed at the nearest Embassy or Consulate General of the Republic of Korea.

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