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|Construction of a landfill gas power plant begins in Uzbekistan, which can help South Korea earn carbon credits - The Ministry of Environment (Minister Han Wha-jin) sent a delegation headed by Yoo Je-chul, Vice Minister of Environment, to Uzbekistan. The delegation attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the ‘Tashkent landfill…|2023 Visit Korea Year 100 K-Culture-Tourism Event - The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Korea Tourism Organization has announced 100 K-Culture-Tourism Event for 2023-2024 Visit Korea Year, a relay event allowing visitors to enjoy Korean culture…|COVID-19 PCR Test Requirement & Short-term Visit Visa Restriction Strengthens - Korea government has strengthened protective measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 coming in from China. With exceptions to government officials, important business purposes, and urgent humanitarian reasons, all short-term…|Foreign investor registration scrapped, other related rules revised - The foreign investor registration system will be scrapped 30 years after its launch. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) on Jan. 24 announced revisions to rules to ease foreign investor access…|Guide for foreign workers who must file year-end tax settlement - Foreign workers who earned income in Korea last year must file their year-end tax settlement regardless of nationality, length of stay or country of residence. The National Tax Service (NTS)…
Crackdown on Illegal Workers in Korea to Resume in Full Force
Over the past several years, the issue of illegal immigration has increased rapidly in South Korea. After largely suspending immigration and customs enforcement due to the pandemic, the Korean governemnt has vowed to crackdown on illegal workers like never before in 2023. Scanning for…
Domestically developed fighter jet makes 1st supersonic test flight
The domestically developed KF-21 Boramae fighter jet has made its first supersonic flight. The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) on Jan. 18 said the plane had a successful…
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UAE pledges USD 30B investment in Korea after bilateral summit
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pledged investment of USD 30 billion (KRW 37.26 trillion) in Korea, the Office of the President in Seoul said on Jan. 15. Senior Secretary to the President…
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Korea ranked second worldwide in ‘passport power’
Korea’s “passport power” is ranked second worldwide among 199 countries. According to the 2023 Henley Passport Index for the first quarter of this year released by the…
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Korea Grand Sale opened with up to 94% off Korea-bound airfare
This year’s Korea Grand Sale, a shopping, cultural and tourism extravaganza for foreign nationals, was opened on Jan. 12. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said the event will…
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Korea Grand Sale 2023
The Korea Grand Sale is Korea’s representative shopping, culture, and tourism festival combining tourism and Hallyu for international visitors. The Korea Grand Sale offers the pleasure…
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Voting for 4 branding slogan candidates for Seoul to run this month
The Seoul Metropolitan Government is conducting a survey at home and abroad to select a new branding slogan for the capital. To enhance the city’s competitiveness and take a major step…
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Visit Korea Year 2023-2024 Begins
On December 12, 2022, Korea government has declared 2023-2024 the Visit Korea Year. During the two-year period, Korea Tourism Organization will offer various events, travel packages, and…
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2023 to see new visa for Korean culture training, revamped expat card
The new year will see the launch of two visas to attract travelers planning long-term stays in Korea, expansion of the use of the Smart Entry Service (SES), the automated inspection system of…
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PCR test required for all passengers arriving from China
A new quarantine measure that took effect on Jan. 2 requires all passengers from China entering Korea to take a PCR test for COVID-19. The Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures…
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Skilled foreign staff fluent in Korean can work up to 10 years in Korea
Foreign staff with high fluency in Korean and who have worked for a designated period at the same workplace can work in the country for up to 10 years without needing to depart or reenter. The…
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Guidelines on Entering Korea November 2022
As of October 2022, covid tests are no longer required before traveling to South Korea. You may also enter the country regardless of vaccination status. However, if you enter the country and…
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Guidelines on Entering Korea September 2022
I had a flight from Bangkok to Incheon on 24th August 2022 and I am writing this article to help foreigners through the process of entering Korea (from beginning to end). So far, the procedure…
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Korean D-10 Visa Changes 2022
The D-10 visa is Korea’s job searching visa. It is most common among new graduates and those who are in between jobs. Previously, the visa had a strict point system and those on this…
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Covid Test Requirements South Korea September 2022
Starting Monday, July 25 those arriving in South Korea must take a PCR covid test within 24 hours of landing in Korea. The new measures will apply to Koreans, foreign residents, and visitors…
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Incoming travelers can register PCR test results on online system
From July 14, incoming international travelers to Korea can register their PCR test results with an online verification system after arrival. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency on…
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Multi-entry visas approved for tourists from Japan, Taiwan, Macao
Tourists from Japan, Taiwan and Macao, three areas where demand for visiting Korea is surging, from July 1 will receive multi-entry visas to Korea. Online visa issuance is also available for a…
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Korea Entry Guidelines Summer 2022: Q-Code and K-ETA
Finally! Travel restrictions are easing and you can finally embark on your long-planned trip to South Korea! However, there is a lot of unclear information out there. Things often get lost in…
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Quarantine for unvaccinated int’l arrivals to be lifted from June 8
Quarantine for unvaccinated international arrivals and flight regulations at Incheon International Airport from June 8 will be completely lifted. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on June 3 told a…
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Korea Opening for Travel
After two long years, Korea is finally opening back up to international travel. Beginning March 21, fully vaccinated individuals will no longer need to quarantine before entering South Korea.…
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