Korean Law for Foreigners
The 'Korean Law for Foreigners Blog' covers topics relevant to expats and foreign residents in Korea, as well as overseas Koreans and non-Koreans who need legal assistance in South Korea.
Change to Korean F-5 Visa While on F-6 Spousal Visa
Learn how to transition from an F-6 spousal visa to F-5 permanent residency. This guide covers key requirements including stay duration, financial means, clean criminal record, and language proficiency.
Commercial Lease Agreement in Korea
Renting commercial space in Korea involves navigating unique customs like heavy deposits (*Wolse*), key money (*Kwonlipgeum*), and zoning laws. Learn how tenant protection laws work and why consulting an English-speaking real estate lawyer in Seoul safeguards your setup.
E-9 Visa Korea Guide
When an employer misses an E-9 visa extension deadline, the foreign worker risks status loss and deportation through no fault of their own. A recent landmark opinion from Korea's ACRC addresses this issue, highlighting the need for worker relief and fixes to…
Dual Citizenship in Korea 2026
Simon Lee and the other legal experts at Pureum Law Office in Seoul can help you with all aspects of dual citizenship in South Korea.
Korea AI Basic Act Domestic Agent
Korea’s AI Basic Act requires qualifying foreign AI business operators without a domestic office to appoint a local agent and report to MSIT. Pureum Law Office provides comprehensive domestic agent services to ensure regulatory compliance and prevent fines of up to KRW…
Korea Game Domestic Agent: 2026 Essential Guide to Avoid Penalties
Foreign game companies serving Korean players must appoint a local domestic agent under the Game Industry Promotion Act. Pureum Law Office provides agent representation to ensure regulatory compliance and avoid KRW 20 million fines.
Can Korean-American Men Be Drafted?
For male dual citizens, missing the age-18 renunciation window triggers military obligations or future visa restrictions. Learn how conscription, deferments, adoptee exceptions, and F-4 visas affect Korean-American men.
Amicable Divorce Settlement in Korea
Obtaining an amicable divorce in South Korea can be a fast, cost-effective process if both parties reach a mutual agreement on major terms.
South Korea Entry Ban: What Foreign Investors Need to Know
A recent Seoul Administrative Court ruling highlights strict Korean border enforcement. An investor behind a $25M Jeju project was denied entry over an eight-year-old suspension of indictment, as courts confirmed financial investment cannot override public safety risks under the Immigration Control Act.
