🇰🇷 South Korea · Employer-sponsored work
E-9-1 Non-Professional Employment Visa – Manufacturing Industry — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €680 |
| Minimum annual salary | KRW 14,400,000 |
| Proof of savings | €1,701 |
| Minimum investment | €5,671 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–39 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €142 |
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: ~120 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €680.
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 Worker Service ... Employment Permit System ... EPS-Test of Proficiency in Korean”
“Foreign Worker Service ... Employment Permit System”
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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.