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Visa types for working in Korea — which jobs you can do, how to apply, and how to extend your stay.
F-2 Residence Visa in Korea — What Jobs You Can Legally Take and How to Build a Long Career (2026)
F-2 residence visa holders have the most flexible work rights of any foreign workers in Korea. Full 2026 guide to legal jobs, what to check before you compare offers, and the F-5 path.
Foreign Chef Jobs in Korea — Your F-Visa & E-7 Career Guide (2026)
Cooking talent travels well — and Korea needs yours. A clear, honest guide for foreign chefs and kitchen staff: which visas let you work, what salaries to expect, and how to find legal restaurant jobs where your pay reaches you in full.
D-4 Language Student Visa — Can You Legally Work at a Cafe or Restaurant in Korea?
D-4 language trainee part-time work guide: 6-month residence rule, 20-hour weekly limit, TOPIK 2 requirement, application steps, and how to find legal cafe/restaurant jobs in Korea 2026.
D-2 Student Visa Part-Time Work in Korea — How to Get the Permit & Find Legal Jobs
Complete guide for D-2 students: how to get part-time employment permission, weekly hour limits, allowed jobs, application steps, and where to find legal work in Korea 2026.
F-4 Visa Holders: 10 New Simple Labor Jobs You Can Now Legally Do (2026 Update)
February 2026 reform opened 10 simple labor jobs to F-4 visa holders. Basic construction labour, packaging, loading, assembly, food processing — now legal with full protections. Full list, what is still restricted, and how to find these jobs.
Korea Visa Types Explained — The Complete 2026 Guide for Foreign Workers
Confused about which Korean visa lets you work where? This complete 2026 guide covers E-9, H-2, F-2, F-4, F-5, F-6, F-3, E-7, E-7-4, D-10, D-2, D-4 — what each one means, who qualifies, and how to plan your career path in Korea.