What is Korean E8 Visa? Seasonal worker information E8 Visa 2024
The Korean E8 Visa is a type of visa for foreign workers who want to experience temporary work, also known as seasonal work, in the land of kimchi. In this article, let’s learn more about the Korean E8 Visa, from the basic conditions to the benefits and opportunities that this type of visa brings!
What is the Korean E8 Visa?
The E8 Korean Visa is a short-term labor export visa, issued to foreigners entering Korea for the purpose of temporarily working in the fields of agriculture, forestry, fisheries and aquaculture.
To be granted an E8 Korean Visa, you must meet the following conditions:
Age: From 18 to 45 years old.
Gender: Any male or female can apply.
Region:
Currently, there are 8 provinces and cities that have implemented the short-term seasonal labor program in Korea (according to the E8 visa) according to the agreement between Vietnam and Korea, including:
Thai Binh
Ha Tinh
Ha Nam
Thua Thien Hue
Da Nang
Dong Thap
Ca Mau
Health:
Not suffering from diseases such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV, AIDS and respiratory diseases.
Be in good health, able to do heavy work.
Must provide a certificate of basic health standards.
Appearance:
| Sex | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Male | Min 1,6 m | Min 50 kg |
| Female | Min 1,5 m | Min 45kg |
Duration of Korean E8 Visa
The duration of Korean E8 Visa is 05 months. After this period, the foreign employer must go to the Vietnamese Embassy in Korea to apply for an extension for the employee.
According to the latest regulations, from June 30, 2023, E8 seasonal workers are allowed to extend their stay, but the total stay cannot exceed 8 months from the date of entry.
Benefits of Korean E8 Visa
The Korean E8 visa brings many benefits to workers, including:
Opportunities to work in Korea: The E8 visa allows foreign workers to work in Korea in the fields of agriculture, forestry, fisheries and food processing. These are industries that are lacking labor in Korea.
Attractive salary: The salary of workers working under the Korean E8 visa is often higher than the salary in Vietnam. Jobs such as planting trees, harvesting agricultural products, or working on large farms will usually have a salary ranging from 36-40 million VND.
Opportunities to learn and improve skills: During their time working in Korea, foreign workers can participate in training courses and improve skills organized by businesses. This is a good opportunity for workers to develop their careers.
Opportunity to learn about Korean culture: Workers will have the opportunity to experience Korean culture, learn the language and customs of Korean people. This is a good opportunity for workers to broaden their horizons and understand the world.
Good working conditions: Workers working under E8 visa in Korea enjoy good working conditions, such as:
Full social insurance and health insurance in Korea.
Folidays and vacations according to Korean law.
Supported and provided with accommodation, meals, and transportation during working hours.
Enjoying overtime benefits according to Korean law.
Types of Korean E8 seasonal work visas
Currently, Korean E8 visas are divided into 4 groups, including:
| Types of E8 | Field | Selection method |
|---|---|---|
| Visa E8-1 | Allowing foreigners to enter Korea to work in the agricultural sector | through diplomatic memorandum |
| Visa E8-2 | through marriage to immigrants | |
| Visa E8-3 | Allowing foreigners to enter Korea to work in the fisheries sector | through diplomatic memorandum |
| Visa E8-4 | through marriage to immigrants |
Application for Korean E8 seasonal worker visa
Required documents for applying for Korean E8 seasonal visa:
Standard labor contract (meeting the standards prescribed by the Law on Employment of Foreign Workers in Korea).
Travel insurance certificate
Documents and papers certifying unsuccessful attempts to recruit Koreans.
The worker’s passport must be valid for more than 12 months and have blank pages.
10 photos with standard size 3.5cm x 4.5cm, taken within the last 3 months.
Original ID card/ID card and notarized photocopy and authenticated by the locality where you live.
CV with confirmation from the locality where you live within the last 6 months.
Original birth certificate and notarized copy translated into Korean or English.
Documents confirming marital status
Documents confirming no criminal record
Procedures for applying for a Korean E8 visa
Step 1: Prepare documents and records according to Tan Van Lang’s instructions in the documents section.
Step 2: Make an appointment to apply for a Korean seasonal worker visa online
You register for an appointment to submit your application through the official website of the Korean Visa Application Center (KVAC).
Depending on your registered area, access the corresponding link to make an appointment:
| Region | Website |
|---|---|
| From Quang Tri to the north | https://visaforkorea-vt.com/visacenter/booking/insert/ |
| From Kon Tum, Binh Dinh to the south | https://www.visaforkorea-hc.com/visacenter/booking/insert |
| Hue, Da Nang, Quang Ngai, Quang Nam | https://consul.mofa.go.kr/en/main.do |
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In the Set appointment date section, you choose the date and time that suits you.
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In the Enter basic information section, you fill in all the information such as: Visa type, Number of visa applicants, Relationship to applicant, Enter arrival information, Departure date
Step 3: Submit your application at the visa application center or consulate at the address corresponding to your area and pay the Korean visa application fee.At the registered appointment time, you go to the office to submit your application at the corresponding address:
| Dept | Address |
|---|---|
| Korean Visa Application Center in Hanoi | 12nd Floor, Discovery Complex Building, 302 Cau Giay st, Dich Vong, Cau Giay. |
| Consulate General of Korea in Danang | 3rd-4th Floor, A1-2, Chuong Duong st, Khue My ward, Ngu Hanh Son District. |
| Korean Visa Application Center in Ho Chi Minh City | 253 Dien Bien Phu, Ward 7, District 3. |
Step 4: Receive the results of the E8 Korean visa application
On the appointment date to receive the results, bring the appointment letter and visa fee payment receipt to the office where you submitted your E8 visa application to receive the results.
Please note that the visa application fee will not be refunded even if the visa is rejected.
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