Guides for living in Korea

Practical guides for visitors, students and workers in Korea

📘 Korea Take-Home Pay for Foreigners 2026: Tax, Insurance and PensionWhat comes out of a Korean salary if you are a foreigner: insurance by visa type, the 19% flat tax option, and a ₩40M worked example.📘 Part-Time Jobs for International Students in Korea: Hours, Work Permit and PayHow many hours D-2 and D-4 students can work in Korea, the work permit you need first, jobs that are restricted, and how to estimate your pay.📘 Korea Tax Refund and Customs for Tourists: Limits and StepsHow tourists claim VAT back in Korea, the ₩15,000 minimum, instant refund limits, the three-month rule, and what you can bring in duty-free.📘 Renting in Korea as a Foreigner: Deposit, Jeonse, Wolse and Agent FeesHow foreigners protect a deposit in Korea: the address report, the fixed date on your lease, what to check before signing, and how agent fees are capped.📘 Severance Pay for Foreign Workers in Korea: Leaving Your Job or the CountryHow severance works for foreigners in Korea, the 14-day payment rule, departure guarantee insurance for E-9 workers, and what to do if unpaid.