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.
Permanent Residency in Korea | F-5 Visa
The F-5 visa grants Permanent Residency in Korea, allowing indefinite living and working rights with 10-year renewal periods and the ability to sponsor family members. Pureum Law guides you through the entire process & pathway to citizenship.
E-2 Visa: Korea’s Foreign Language Instructor Visa
Many foreign instructors on E-2 visas in South Korea face severe legal exposure by teaching regular academic subjects at unaccredited international schools operating as hagwons. This expert guide explores the strict reality of immigration enforcement, potential criminal fines, departure orders, and realistic…
Navigating Korean DUI Law in 2026
South Korea’s already strict DUI laws are becoming even tougher, with major April 2026 reforms introducing expanded police powers and significantly harsher penalties—especially for drug-related offenses. For foreign residents, a DUI charge can jeopardize not only your license and freedom but also…
Jeonse Deposit Fraud in Korea: Legal Options for Foreigners
If your landlord will not return your jeonse deposit, you may have more legal options than you think. This guide explains how jeonse deposit fraud works in Korea, what warning signs foreigners should watch for, and what legal steps may help protect…
F-6-3 Visa Korea: Your Rights as a Foreign Spouse
Divorcing an abusive Korean spouse does not automatically mean losing your legal residency. Learn how the F-6-3 visa protects foreign spouses, what evidence is needed to prove fault in Korean Family Court, and how to legally maintain your right to stay in…
F-6 Visa After Domestic Violence in Korea
If your Korean spouse is abusive, you do not have to choose between your safety and your legal residency. Learn how Korea's F-6-3 visa protects foreign spouses, allowing you to divorce an at-fault partner and legally maintain your right to stay in…
How to Make Legally Binding Korean Wills
Korean Wills are only legally binding when they strictly follow one of five formats recognized under the Korean Civil Act — and even a small error can render the entire document void. This guide covers every valid method, who qualifies to make…
Attorney-Client Privilege in Korea Is Now Law: What It Means for You in 2026
Attorney-Client Privilege in Korea is now codified under the amended Attorney-at-Law Act (Article 26-2), passed January 29, 2026, protecting confidential communications and work product from disclosure, effective February 2027.
Korea Visa Income Requirement 2026
South Korea has updated the Korea visa income requirement 2026, setting the new GNI benchmark at ₩52,416,000 (approx. $36,855 USD), effective April 1, 2026 — with one key exception for E-7 visa holders, who remain on the 2024 standard pending a new…
