✅ 2026 E-7 Visa Salary Update

If you’re a foreign student or job seeker in Korea looking for a job that can sponsor an E-7 visa, salary requirements are something you must check. On December 29, 2025, the Korean Ministry of Justice announced the 2026 E-7 minimum salary standards. These rules apply from February 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026. This guide explains what you need to know! 📌 What is the E-7 Visa? The E-7 (Specially Designated Activities) visa is a work visa for foreigners with professional or technical skills. Many international students aim for E-7 after graduating or while on a D-10 (job-seeking) visa. One of the most important requirements is minimum salary. 📌 2026 E-7 Minimum Salary Requirements Below are the annual salary minimums announced by immigration: 1️⃣ E-7-1 (Professional Workers) KRW 31,120,000 or more / year 2️⃣ E-7-2 (Semi-Professional Workers) KRW 25,890,000 or more / year 3️⃣ E-7-3 (General Skilled Workers) KRW 25,890,000 or more / year 4️⃣ E-7-4 (Skilled Technical Workers) KRW 26,000,000 or more / year 🗓️ These rules apply from February 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026. ❣️ Important: Applications submitted until January 31, 2026 will still follow the previous salary standards. 📌 If your contract salary is below the minimum, your E-7 application can be rejected even if you have a job offer. Source; https://www.hikorea.go.kr/board/BoardNtcDetailR.pt?BBS_SEQ_GB_CD=&BBS_SEQ=1&BBS_GB_CD=BS10&NTCCTT_SEQ=1904&page=1