🇰🇷 South Korea · Employer-sponsored work
E-9-9 Non-Professional Employment Visa – Forestry — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum annual salary | KRW 12,000 |
| Minimum investment | €17 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–39 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €0 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.eps.go.kr/eo/langMain.eo?langCD=ph.
- Typical processing: ~90 days.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Page is the EPS (Employment Permit System) 'Foreign Worker Service' portal homepage (login, FAQ, EPS-TOPIK links); it contains no E-9-9 forestry details or salary threshold.”
“EPS portal homepage; silent on whether the E-9 employment permit leads to permanent residence.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.