Work & business

Job searches, contracts and where to ask for help.

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Arrival & visas — Documents, appointments and the changes you need to report.
Finding a home — Understand the costs and ask better questions before signing.
Work & business — Job searches, contracts and where to ask for help.
Health & help — Find care, explain what you need and prepare for the unexpected.
Study & Korean — Classes, campus life and support for school-age learners.
Family life — Practical starting points for couples, parents and children.
Getting around — Public transport, taxis and driving in Seoul.
Everyday essentials — Phones, money, recycling and a place to feel at home.
Business trips — Plan a workable schedule, stay connected and keep clear records.

Looking for work in Korea: start with permission
A promising vacancy is only useful if the role fits your residence status. Check that first, then spend your time on a focused application.
Can an international student take a part-time job?
Check before the first shift, including a trial shift. Student work permission depends on your course, status and the proposed job, not simply on being enrolled.
Read your employment contract before day one
The conversation at an interview is easy to forget. A written contract gives you something clear to check against the work and pay that follow.
When your wages have not arrived
Begin with dates and evidence. A short, organised record makes it easier for a labour adviser to understand what happened and what you are asking for.
Before turning a business idea into work in Korea
A company registration, a business course and immigration permission answer different questions. Put them on separate lines in your plan.