Last updated 2026-05-18
Special occupation visa to South Korea
Special work visa
Travel purpose:
Work
, long stay
Visa overview
Granted to foreign nationals who are employed under a contract in industries designated by the Minister of Justice as requiring the introduction of foreign professionals with specialized knowledge, skills, or abilities to enhance national competitiveness. Foreign nationals must submit the electronic arrival card (e-Arrival Card), a digital form, online at least 3 days prior to entering the country.
Visa validity period
3 months
Consular fee
$60
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Special ability visa
Eligible individuals
Manager, senior executive, professional, science expert, related worker
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60
Semiprofessional visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, office clerk, transportation service personal
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60
Skilled worker visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee, animal keeper, aquaculture technician, halal slaughterer
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60
Skilled tradesperson visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee, farmer, forester, huntsman, agronomist, constructor
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60
Independent professional visa (FTA)
Eligible individuals
Worker, specialist, employee
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60
Skilled professional visa
Eligible individuals
Specialist, expert, IT-specialist
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$60