🇰🇷 South Korea · Employer-sponsored work
E-9-3 Non-Professional Employment Visa – Agriculture — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €85 |
| Minimum annual salary | KRW 1,800,000 |
| Proof of savings | €113 |
| Minimum investment | €28 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Age range | 18–39 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €28 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.gov.kr/portal/foreigner/en/m020101.
- Typical processing: ~20 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €85.
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.
“Foreign workers employed through the Employment Permit System ... shall be subject to the Labor Standards Act, the Minimum Wage Act, and the Industrial Safety and Health Act, etc., as are Korean nationals. (E-9 workers are paid at least the national minimum wage; no visa-specific salary threshold figure stated)”
“The Employment Permit System applies to foreign workers holding a Non-professional Work Visa (E-9) ... a foreign worker with a Non-professional Work Visa (E-9) must continue to work at his/her place of employment. (temporary non-professional employment; page silent on PR)”
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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.