E-9 Visa: EPS
The E-9 visa in South Korea is a work visa designed for low-skilled foreign workers. It allows individuals to engage in employment within specific industries, such as manufacturing, agriculture, and fisheries. The visa is typically granted for a limited period, and holders are expected to work in jobs that require manual labor.
E-9 Visa
EPS Worker
Work Permission Invite Family National Health Insurance
Can change visa to:
E-7-4, F6
Common Visa Track:
E-9 >>> E-7-4 >>> F-2-99 >>> F-5
E-9 >>> F-6 >>> F-5 >>> Naturalization
Who can apply for the E9 visa (Qualifications):
People who want to work in Korea as factory workers and have passed the qualifications set by their country's assigned institution and HRDK.
- Aged between 18 and 38 years old
- Must pass the EPS TOPIK
- Deemed medically fit
- No Criminal Record
- No previous record of deportation/eviction order from Korea
- No Educational Attainment necessary
- No Height Requirements
What kind of work can E9 visa holders do?
- Factory work, Assembly, Manual Labor, Construction,
Required Documents for the Visa
- Valid Passport
- ID Picture
- Criminal Background Check (NBI clearance for Filipinos)
- Valid Pre-Employment Medical Examination
- Valid Birth Certificate
- Tuberculosis (TB) Medical Certificate
- Vaccine Certificate
- Visa Fee
Other documents may be requested by the embassy or immigration office if they see it fit.
How to apply:
Step 1: You must first register with the assigned institutions on your home country and pass the EPS requirements (EPS-TOPIK, Skills test, Medical Check-up, Employer Selection, and Training)
Step 2: Gather all the required documents
Step 3: Submit the documents to the assigned institution
Step 4: Wait for the visa to be issued
Step 5: Once the visa has been issued, wait for further details or next steps.
Job Restrictions
E-9 visa holders are only allowed to work for 1 company at a time. Visa holders are not allowed to take up part time jobs from other companies
Job Types
E-9-1: Manufacturing
E-9-2: Construction
E-9-3: Agriculture
E-9-4: Fishery
E-9-5: Service
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