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.
Korea Military Service Exemption
Korea's National Assembly Defense Committee passed an amendment on April 14, 2026, raising the military service exemption age for draft evaders from 38 to 43 and extending all service obligations to age 45. Korean men currently living overseas who are under 38…
F-2 Korean Visa: 75 Points Threshold
Foreigners residing in South Korea who wish to retain their F-2-7 visa should be aware of the rules and exemptions.
Korea Immigration Policy 2026
Korea Immigration Policy 2026 expands the Top-Tier Visa and introduces broader visa reforms for foreign professionals and employers in South Korea. Simon Lee explains the new Immigration Policy in practice for hiring, compliance, and long-term residency.
Reclaiming Korean Inheritance
South Korea’s inheritance laws strongly protect heirs, but navigating the strict deadlines and cross-border procedures can be complex. This guide explains how overseas Koreans and F-4 visa holders can locate family assets, establish legal standing, and resolve estate disputes from abroad.
Korean Military Travel Permit
Korean Military Travel Permit rules apply to many South Korean men age 25 and over who have not completed military service. This guide explains who needs approval, how to apply, extension deadlines, and the risks of noncompliance.
D-8 Visa Korea: Requirements & Application Guide (2026)
D-8 Visa in Korea is the primary pathway for foreign entrepreneurs establishing a business in South Korea. This guide covers the essential steps for investment, incorporation, and the visa application process.
K-ETA Korea Electronic Travel Authorization
Pureum Law Office can assist with K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization), the online electronic authorization for travel to Korea for visa-free foreign visitors.
Pureum’s 12th Anniversary: New Sustainability Campaigns
Pureum Law Office is marking its 12th anniversary by launching new Sustainability Campaigns to promote environmental responsibility. These initiatives include planting a tree for every resolved case and offering fee reductions for ESG-certified clients.
Contingency Fee Update in Korea: Criminal Lawyer Fees
This article examines how Criminal Lawyer Fees in Korea may be shifting after a January 2026 Seoul court ruling that upheld a contingency fee agreement. The decision suggests success-based fees could return despite a 2015 Supreme Court ban. The lower court held…
