Individual Resident Tax in Seoul (For Foreigners): Who Pays & How to Pay by Aug 31
🏙️ Living in Seoul · Tax Guide for Foreign Residents Individual Resident Tax in Seoul (For Foreigners): Who Pays & How to Pay by Aug 31 If you're a foreign resident in Seoul, you may receive a bill for the Individual Resident Tax (주민세 개인분) this month. It's a small local tax — but it has an August 31 deadline , and missing it can add a late penalty. Here's who has to pay, who's exempt, the amount, and every way to pay it. 🔎 Quick Summary Applies to foreign residents registered and living in Korea for 1+ year (as of Jul 1). Amount in Seoul: 6,000 won (4,800 residence tax + 1,200 local education tax). Deadline: Aug 31, 2026. Pay via bank, ETAX/WeTax, mobile apps, or ARS. Who has to pay? You're liable if, as of July 1 , you had completed foreigner registration under the Immigration Act and had resided in Korea for a year or longer . ✅ Exemption: Family members who are listed on the certificate of foreign resident registration and liv...