The South Korea Digital Nomad Visa, also known as the Workcation visa, is an exciting opportunity for remote workers who wish to experience life in South Korea while continuing their work remotely. Here are the key details about this visa:

Eligibility Requirements:

• Valid Passport: You’ll need a valid passport (usually with at least six months of validity) when applying.
• Remote Work: To qualify, you must work remotely and earn your income from an entity established outside of South Korea.
• Minimum Income: You must meet a minimum income requirement of at least $5,470 USD per month (equivalent to approximately 84.96 million South Korean won per year).

Visa Duration:

• The South Korea digital nomad visa is expected to launch on January 1, 2024.
• Successful applicants can stay in South Korea for up to two years while working remotely.

Family Inclusion:

• After receiving visa approval, you can include your spouse and dependents in your application.
• If you’re already in South Korea with a temporary visa, you may convert it to the digital nomad visa while in the country.

Purpose and Benefits:

• The visa aims to attract remote workers and digital nomads to South Korea.
• It allows you to experience the unique lifestyle, explore the country’s vibrant culture, and work from some of the best digital nomad cities in Asia.

Important Note:

• While on the digital nomad visa, you cannot seek local employment in South Korea or engage in local business activities.
• However, you can fully immerse yourself in the country’s rich heritage and modern amenities.

South Korea joins other Asian countries, such as Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines, in welcoming digital nomads to temporarily reside and work remotely. So, if you’re ready for a workcation adventure, keep an eye out for the official launch of this exciting visa!