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Korea Special Startup Visa

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March 19, 2025
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Application

Korea Special Startup Visa

The 'Startup Korea Special Visa' for foreign entrepreneurs.
This visa focuses on innovation and business potential rather than academic or technical qualifications.

Application are accepted on a rolling basis.

Application Process & Eligibility

Application Period

From December 3, 2024 (Tuesday) 18:00 to December 31, 2034 (Sunday) 17:00 (KST)

Eligibility

Representative of a (prospective) startup who is not a Korean national.

The (prospective) startup must comply with the eligibility criteria stipulated in the Support for Small and Medium Enterprise Establishment Act.

*Please refer to the official announcement for information on disqualifying conditions.

Submission Documents

-Recommendation Letter Application Form

-Business Plan

-Copy of Passport or Alien Registration Card

-Copy of Corporate Registration Certificate or Business Registration Certificate

-Co-Representative Confirmation Document Issued by K-Scouter (if required)

-Consent for the Provision, Use, and Collection of Personal Information

Contact Information

For Application Inquiries

Recommendation Letter Application Form

Email: startup.korea.visa@gmail.com

Phone: +82-2-3440-7346 (Business Hours: 9 AM–6 PM, KST)

For Other Inquiries

KISED Global Expansion Team

Email: now@kised.or.kr

Frequently asked questions

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