Residency
South Korea — Residency: Work Visa
The Korean E-7 visa is for people with contracts to work in occupations designated by the Minister of Justice, with a contract required and processing from days to about 14 working days.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceMinistry of Foreign Affairs — E-7 (Particular Occupation) visaLast reviewed: 2026-10-23
Why this matters
A work visa is necessary for relocating individuals who want to live and work in South Korea.
Key facts
- E-7 covers people with contracts with Korean public or private organisations to work in areas specially designated by the Minister of Justice.
- A copy of the signed employment contract is typically required.
- Embassy pages give processing times from about 3 to 5 days to up to 14 working days; the entry visa was single entry valid 90 days. These are old pages so confirm current figures.
- For points-based skilled-worker routes, an immigration guide mentions prior-year income above 1.5 times GNI; no general E-7 salary threshold was found.
Steps
- Application Process — The application process typically begins with the employer's application to the Korean government. The employee may need to provide supporting documents, such as a degree or work experience certificates.
- Interview and Evaluation — The employer's application is evaluated, and an interview with the employee may be required to assess their qualifications and language skills.