🇰🇷 South Korea · Researcher

E-1 Professor Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€2,615
Minimum annual salary€30,513
Proof of savings€17,436
Minimum investment€87,179
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Work experience5+ years
Educationmasters
Age range18–65

Costs

Application / consular fee€174

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 60 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.immigration.go.kr/bbs/immigration_eng/230/454085/download.do.
  3. Typical processing: ~30 days.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €2,615.

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.

No direct PR path

“researcher = residência temporária ligada ao projeto/hosting agreement; PR é processo separado (not_applicable)”

https://www.visa.go.kr · verified 2026-06-22
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