What to Do If You Are Fired or Quit Your Job in Korea as a Foreigner
Foreign workers in Korea must take immediate steps after quitting or being fired to avoid visa issues, income gaps, and legal problems.
Who This Guide Is For
This guide is for foreign employees whose employment ended due to resignation, dismissal, or contract termination.
Step 1: Check Your Visa Conditions
Some work visas are employer-sponsored and become invalid when employment ends.
Step 2: Report to Immigration
- Report employment change within the required period
- Submit termination documents if available
Common Problems & Solutions
- No release letter: Apply for job-seeker options where applicable
- Visa expiring soon: Explore temporary stay or status change
- Unpaid wages: Contact the labor office
Your Options After Job Loss
- Apply for a job-seeker visa (if eligible)
- Transfer sponsorship to a new employer
- Prepare to leave Korea legally
Related guide: job-seeker visa options in Korea
Official labor guidance: https://www.moel.go.kr
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