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Asia
South Korea
📍 Seoul 💱 KRW 🗣 Korean
A new digital nomad visa launched in 2024 (F-1-D), plus the long-running D-8 for entrepreneurs and startup founders. Seoul's tech scene is one of Asia's strongest, and infrastructure rivals Tokyo or Singapore.
Available visas
2 visa pathways for South Korea
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Investment South Korea
D-8 Business
Korea's main entrepreneur and startup visa. Multiple sub-categories cover investment, technology transfer, and the popular OASIS startup track. Up to 5 years and a clear path to F-2 residence and F-5 permanent residency.
Min. monthly income
$75,000/yr
Processing time
4–8 weeks
Initial duration
1–2 years initially, renewable up to 5 years
Cost
€100
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Digital Nomad South Korea
F-1-D Workation
South Korea's first proper digital nomad visa, launched in 2024. Up to two years in Seoul, Busan, or Jeju — no employer sponsorship needed, but the income bar is one of Asia's highest.
Min. monthly income
$84,000/yr
Processing time
2–4 weeks
Initial duration
1 year, extendable to 2 years total
Cost
€100
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