Korea's Digital Nomad (Workation) Visa Is Now Official: Lower Income Bar, Up to 3 Years Dreaming of working remotely from Seoul, Busan, or a quiet coastal town in Korea? It just got easier. Korea's Ministry of Justice has moved its Digital Nomad (Workation) visa from pilot to full, official operation as of June 30, 2026 . The biggest wins: a lower income requirement for younger applicants and those staying outside the capital area, and a maximum stay extended to three years . Here's what you need to know. What is the Digital Nomad (Workation) visa? "Digital nomad" combines digital and nomad — someone who works remotely without being tied to one place. "Workation" blends work and vacation . The visa lets eligible foreign nationals live in Korea while working remotely for an overseas employer. It's aimed at foreign nationals aged 18+ employed by an overseas company , able to work remotely (with at least one year in the ...