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South Korea opens three-year workcation visa for remote workers

South Korea has introduced a new three-year workcation visa allowing remote workers to live and work in the country, with particular appeal for Indian professionals.

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South Korea has opened a new workcation visa that permits remote workers to stay and work for up to three years, significantly longer than most digital nomad visas globally. The visa is designed for professionals earning income from foreign employers or clients and wanting an extended base in South Korea.

The three-year term is one of the longest available for remote workers anywhere, offering genuine stability to build a life rather than constantly renewing short-term visas. South Korea offers excellent infrastructure, affordable living costs outside Seoul, strong healthcare, and a dynamic tech and creative scene. The visa has been highlighted as particularly accessible for Indian remote workers, though it's open to all nationalities.

South Korea's three-year workcation visa is among the longest remote work visas available globally.

Expect to provide proof of income (likely in the $2,000–$3,000 USD range monthly), a valid passport, and health insurance. The application process goes through South Korean immigration. If you're a remote worker looking for a long-term base with real visa security, South Korea's three-year option is worth serious consideration. The combination of duration, cost of living, and quality of life makes it competitive globally.

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