Professional Employment (E-7) / Top-Tier Visa
Professional Employment (E-7) / Top-Tier Visa is a residence route in South Korea (Emploi). E-7: Korean employer, degree + experience, salary ≥ minimum (≈80% GNI). Top-Tier visa (launched late 2025) for globally top-ranked talent with high income in advanced industries. Low confidence on Top-Tier criteria. Gov fees ~KRW 530,000 for family.
Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Optional flat 19% on Korean employment income; remittance basis for foreign income first 5 yrs.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Catégorie | Emploi |
|---|---|
| Investissement | — |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 300 |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | — |
| Séjour min. | 0 |
| Résidence perm. | 5 |
| Citoyenneté | 5 |
| Travail | yes |
| Éligibles | all |
| Impôts | Optional flat 19% on Korean employment income; remittance basis for foreign income first 5 yrs. |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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