South Korea Work Visa (E-Series)for 🇧🇪 Belgian citizens travelling to 🇰🇷 South Korea

📋Required Documents7

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  Career history and work experience documentation
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  Completed Korea visa application form
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  Educational certificates and degree (apostilled or authenticated)
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  Employment contract with Korean employer (signed by both parties)
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  Health certificate or medical examination results
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  Passport-size photograph (35×45mm, white background)
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  Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a South Korea Work Visa (E-Series), book an appointment at the nearest South Korea embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 10 days. The government fee is KRW 60000.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

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  Korean employer's business registration certificate

  Conditional — submitted by employer as part of work permit application

🌐Why Belgian passport holders need a visa for South Korea

Belgian citizens require a visa to enter South Korea based on the current immigration requirements set by South Korea's government. Belgian passport holders must apply through the South Korea embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

⚠️Common Reasons South Korea Work Visa (E-Series) Applications Are Refused6

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  The occupation is not on the eligible E-7 designated-occupation list, or the role is judged to be one that should be filled by the domestic labour market.
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  The applicant does not meet the qualification/experience and minimum-salary criteria for the E-7 sub-category, or the points criteria where applicable.
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  The sponsoring employer does not meet the requirements (financial standing, the permitted ratio of foreign to Korean employees, or a clean compliance record).
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  Required documents are incomplete or cannot be verified — degree/career certificates (sometimes requiring apostille), the employment contract, or business registration.
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  Fabricated or altered documents, or inconsistent information between the application and supporting evidence.
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  A prior overstay, deportation, or immigration/criminal record.

Refusal grounds are at the discretion of the deciding officer and can change. This list is informational — always verify current requirements at the official government portal.

🔗More South Korea Visa Options

• South Korea Student Visa (D-2) →
• South Korea Tourist Visa (C-3) →
• South Korea Working Holiday Visa (H-1) →