{"id":17395,"date":"2024-01-04T10:52:53","date_gmt":"2024-01-04T09:52:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visamundi.co\/?p=17395"},"modified":"2024-01-04T10:52:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-04T09:52:53","slug":"coree-digital-nomad-kculture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visamundi.co\/en\/blog\/coree-digital-nomad-kculture\/","title":{"rendered":"South Korea appeals to teleworkers and K-Culture fans"},"content":{"rendered":"

The South Korean government is keen to attract teleworkers and Korean culture enthusiasts. In 2024, 2 new types of visa will be offered: the workation visa and the Korean culture training visa.<\/p>\n

South Korea's \"workation\" visa: an opportunity for international teleworkers<\/h2>\n

As early as 2024, South Korea will be offering a remote work visa<\/strong>called \"workation\". This visa allows foreigners to travel and work in Korea for up to 2 years. Initially valid for one year, the permit can be extended for a further year. It will also extend to the families of visa holders, with the exception of children aged 18 and over.<\/p>\n

To apply for the visa, applicants must have an annual income 2 times higher than the gross national income (GNI) per capita, which was USD 33,000 (28.285 €<\/span>) in 2022.<\/p>\n

Digital nomads must also have medical insurance covering more than 100 million won (57.700 €<\/span>) in medical care and repatriation costs, according to the ministry.<\/p>\n

The introduction of this new visa category is designed to stimulate the local economy. High-income teleworkers are encouraged to explore different regions of Korea and promote the country internationally.<\/em><\/p>\n

Economic outlook and promotion of South Korea<\/h3>\n
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  • Multiplying sources of revenue :<\/strong> Attracting teleworkers from all over the world opens up new economic prospects for South Korea. Spending by foreigners in the country will help support the local economy.<\/li>\n
  • Increased tourism :<\/strong> With the launch of these new visa categories, South Korea hopes to attract more than two crores (20 million) foreign tourists by next year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The \"K-culture\" training visa for Korean culture enthusiasts<\/h2>\n

    In addition to the \"workation\" visa, South Korea also offers a Korean culture training visa (or Hallyu Visa)<\/strong>for fans of K-pop, K-dramas and other iconic content.\u00a0Do you know BTS, BIGBANG and BLACKPINK? They're key figures in Korean culture.<\/em><\/p>\n

    This visa will enable foreigners interested in South Korean culture to enjoy a unique experience on site during the 2-year validity period. The government is thus banking on the growing worldwide popularity of its stars and cultural productions to attract foreigners in search of authenticity or - why not - to break into the industry.<\/p>\n

    A migration policy in line with international standards<\/h3>\n

    Visa reform is part of a wider plan announced by the Ministry of Justice. The fourth edition of this plan will be implemented in 2027 and comprises five main areas:<\/p>\n

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    • Promoting economic and regional development through immigration;<\/li>\n
    • Creating a safe and secure society;<\/li>\n
    • Promoting social integration between locals and immigrants;<\/li>\n
    • Respect the human rights and values of immigrants;<\/li>\n
    • Establish an immigration administration in line with international standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The government also plans to reduce the number of illegal immigrants in the country. By implementing a five-year plan, it intends to reduce the illegal presence from 420,000 to 200,000 individuals<\/strong>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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