Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Atlanta

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1. Visa Application 

• ■Diplomatic Missions Abroad: Apply at the Republic of Korea's embassies or consulates.
  

• ■Local Immigration Office: Apply at the local immigration office if staying in Korea.

2. Eligible Applicants

• ■Eligibility: Overseas business owners or foreigners affiliated with international companies who can work remotely and have worked in the same industry for at least one year.
  

• ■Family Members: Spouse and minor children.
  

• ■Age: 18 years of age or older (except for dependent children).

3. Income Requirements 

• ■Income Requirement: Must have an income of more than twice the GNI per capita as announced by the Bank of Korea.
  

• ■GNI per capita (2022): KRW 42.48 million (3.54 million Korean won per month).
  

• ■Twice the GNI per capita: KRW 84.96 million (7.08 million Korean won per month).

4. Medical Insurance

• ■Must have individual medical insurance with coverage of at least KRW 100 million for medical treatment and repatriation to home country during stay.

5. Other Documents

• ■General Required Documents: Click for details.
  

• ■Income Proof: Certificate of employment, salary, and bank transactions.
  

• ■Other Documents: Criminal record certificate, medical insurance certificate, family relations certificate (if dependents are accompanying).
  

• ■Note: Apostille/Consular Legalization required for official documents issued abroad (e.g., criminal record, family relation certificates).

6. Stay in Korea 

• ■Period of Stay: 1 year, extendable for 1 more year (maximum 2 years).
  

• ■Employment Activities: Restricted under this visa.
  

• ■Change of Status: Those on short-term tourist visas (B-1, B-2, C-3) can apply for a change to the Digital Nomad (Workcation) visa if they meet the requirements.