Korea E-6 Visa Requirements

Understanding South Korea’s E-6 Entertainment Visa The Korea E-6 visa is designed for foreign entertainers, performers, and artists seeking to work in South Korea’s entertainment industry. Pureum Law Office (PLO) in Seoul provides this comprehensive guide to outline key aspects of the E-6 visa, including eligibility requirements, the application process, and other important considerations. What […]

Recovering South Korean Nationality and Acquiring Dual Citizenship in 2025

Recovering Korean Nationality and Acquiring Dual Citizenship  Today, our law firm, which has the utmost knowledge and experience in immigration and nationality laws, would like to share our expertise on recovering South Korean nationality and acquiring dual citizenship.     1. Confirming Dual Citizenship before recovering Korean Nationality If your birthdate is before June 14, […]

How to Rent a House in Korea

How to Rent a House in Korea: A Complete Guide for Foreigners Understanding the Korean Rental System Unlike many countries where you only pay first and last month’s rent, Korea requires substantial deposits that can range from millions to hundreds of millions of won. This unique system requires careful consideration and proper safeguards to protect […]

Special Renunciation of Korean Nationality

Special Renunciation of Korean Nationality Pureum Law Office (PLO) in Seoul is here to help those seeking how to renounce Korean Citizenship via Special Renunciation of Korean Nationality. How to Renounce Korean Citizenship The Special Renunciation of Korean Nationality (Special Nationality Renunciation Permit) system was introduced on October 1st, 2022 under an amended Nationality Act. […]

3 Protection Systems under Korean Franchise Law in 2025

Korean Franchise Law: 3 Franchisee Protection Systems In South Korea, new types of commercial activities such as franchising, factoring, and leasing have already spread throughout the industry and become commonplace. In particular, more than 5,000 franchise headquarters and over 250,000 franchisees do business with franchises in Korea, which is in line with the nation’s industrial […]

Division of inheritance in Korea

Division of Inheritance in Korea Understanding Property Division Under South Korean Inheritance Law: A Practical Guide The legal experts at Pureum Law Office (PLO) are here to help with any issues or guidance you need with the Division of Property in the Republic of Korea. For example, when a person passes away in South Korea, […]

Divorce in Korea in 2025

Divorce in Korea for Foreigners – #1 Divorce Lawyer in Korea Untying the knot in South Korea doesn’t have to turn into a K-pop drama, but getting a divorce in South Korea for foreigners requires research and must be taken seriously. This blog post serves as your one-stop resource for all things divorce in the […]

Dual Citizenship in Korea | 2025 Trends and FAQs

Dual Citizenship in Korea Pureum Law Office (PLO) head Simon Lee wrote an article on dual citizenship in Korea in Dual Citizenship Report, which is a world-leading authority on dual and multiple citizenships. Since its publication, PLO has received numerous inquiries over the years in regard to the article, with those holding dual or multiple citizenships (as […]

Special Voluntary Departure Period Extended Until January 31, 2025

Special Voluntary Departure Period Extended Until January 31, 2025 The Ministry of Justice has announced an extension of the Special Voluntary Departure Period, allowing certain undocumented foreign nationals to leave South Korea without penalties or restrictions. The updated period reflects the government’s continued efforts to encourage voluntary compliance and manage undocumented immigration effectively. Key Information: […]

Digital Nomad Visa Korea 2025

What is the “Digital Nomad Visa Korea”? Workcation (a portmanteau of “work” and “vacation”) is when one travels and works remotely from a location other than an office. Digital nomads are workers who are unconstrained by space and can work remotely from anywhere, even traveling and working in foreign countries. In recent years, a growing […]