Frequently Asked Questions
I'm an F-4 (Overseas Korean) holder. What kinds of jobs can I do?
Since the February 2026 H-2/F-4 consolidation, F-4 holders can now work in 10 additional occupations — including manual packaging, loading/unloading, and warehouse work — that were previously restricted (general roles). You also remain eligible for manufacturing assembly, processing, inspection, F&B, plus skilled trades like cooking, welding, CNC, and office work (skilled roles). A few occupations (such as general construction-site labor) are still restricted; we verify the latest eligibility for each job after registration.
My H-2 visa is still valid — what changed in 2026?
New H-2 visas are no longer issued as of February 2026, but existing H-2 holders can keep working through their remaining period. Many H-2 holders are now transitioning to F-4 with fee waivers, which gives broader long-term job options. Just tell us your current status when you register and we'll match you under either H-2 or F-4.
I have F-2, F-5, or F-6. Are there any restrictions on what I can do?
F-2, F-5, and F-6 holders have no restrictions on employment activities and can work across general factory & service, skilled trades, and most professional roles. We match you based on your experience, language ability, and preferred conditions.
I'm on a D-2 student visa. Can I work part-time?
Yes, but only if you have a Part-Time Work Permit (S-3) issued by your university and the Korea Immigration Service (HiKorea). Weekly hours depend on your degree level, attendance, and TOPIK level — typically 10–35 hours/week on weekdays during the semester (undergraduate up to 30, graduate up to 35 with qualifying language scores), and unlimited on weekends and during vacations. Common matches are restaurants, cafés, convenience stores, and service roles, plus bilingual office, translation, accounting, CAD, or specialty part-time work when your language ability or certificates fit. Please prepare your S-3 permit when registering.
I'm on D-4 (language training). Can I also work part-time?
Yes, with the same Part-Time Work Permit (S-3) requirement as D-2 students. You must have stayed in Korea for at least 6 months and typically maintain a 90%+ attendance rate in your language program. Hour limits depend on your TOPIK level (Level 2+ = up to 20 hrs/weekday + unlimited weekends).
I'm on a G-1 visa (humanitarian stay or asylum seeker). Can I work?
Yes — if you hold a valid work permit (activity-outside-status permit). Humanitarian-stay (G-1-6) holders can generally obtain it and work in ready-to-work roles such as factory, packaging, warehouse, cleaning, kitchen helper, serving, and agriculture. Asylum seekers (G-1-5) become eligible to apply 6 months after filing their application. (G-1-10 is the foreign-patient category and is not for employment.) We verify your permit, its expiry, and any workplace or industry restriction before matching, and we are upfront with employers about your status. This service is for people already residing in Korea — we do not handle overseas asylum claims or recruitment.
What documents do I need at registration?
At first, only your basic info, visa type, and current status. We don't ask for sensitive documents (passport, ARC) in the initial chat. If we need them later for verification or contract preparation, we'll guide you through a separate official process.
Do I have to pay anything?
MyKoreaWork is free to register and use — across general factory & service, skilled trades & office, and professional roles — and we will never ask you for a registration fee or deposit. We connect you only with verified, licensed employers and registered hiring partners. If a registered hiring partner places you, any fee follows Korean law and is shown upfront; for long-term roles your salary is never deducted. We support you in your own language.
Do I need to speak Korean?
Not always. Many general roles (packaging, loading, warehouse, cleaning, agriculture) accept little or no Korean — beginner level is fine. F&B serving, office work, and most skilled roles usually require conversational Korean. Tell us your TOPIK level or self-assessed level, and we will match you to roles that fit.
I need a dormitory. Can I still register?
Yes. Many manufacturing, agriculture, and rural F&B employers in our network provide dormitories. Just check the dormitory option in the registration form and we'll prioritize matching you with employers who offer one.
How will you contact me after I register?
Through the channel you choose during registration — KakaoTalk, WhatsApp, LINE, Telegram, phone, or email. We usually reply within 1 business day.