On July 7, 2026, the Ministry of Justice announced that the Digital Nomad (Workation) visa (F-1-D), which has been piloted since 2024, was officially launched on June 30, 2026 with some modifications.
Firstly, the income threshold has been lowered based on age and region of residence. During the pilot, a requirement of twice the per capita gross national income (GNI – approximately KRW 52.41 million as of 2025) was applied, regardless of age or region of residence. However, going forward, relaxed income requirements ranging from one to two times the per capita GNI will be applied to those who are younger or who reside in non-metropolitan areas or regions with population decline (or areas of concern). For example, for foreign nationals aged 18 to 34 working away from the capital area, 1x per capita GNI will be applied.
Secondly, the maximum period of stay will be increased to three years. During the pilot, residency was permitted for up to two years through one-year extensions; however, to encourage top international talent to fully experience Korea and choose it as a destination for settlement, and to stimulate domestic demand by extending the period of consumption, a maximum stay of three years will be allowed.
The “Workation” (Digital Nomad) Visa (F-1-D) is applicable to foreign nationals aged 18 years or above who have been employed by a foreign company for more than one year (or who own a foreign company) and are able to work remotely in South Korea. Family members can also obtain this visa.
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