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South Korea

Asia · Eastern Asia

High PeaceModerate Cost of Living
Very High DevelopmentFlawed Democracy
Population51.7M29th
GDP / Capita$36KHigh
PPP / Capita$63KHigh
Gender Inequality0.062Very Low
Life Expectancy84 yrsVery High

Tech-forward, blazing internet — intense work culture, excellent food and transit.

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Digital Nomad

Ideal destination

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Expat

Ideal destination

At a Glance

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HighSafety
48
ModerateCost of Living
75
HighQuality of Life
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South Korea

South Korea is an East Asian country that has built one of the world's most dynamic modern cultures on a foundation of Confucian philosophy, Buddhist heritage, and extraordinarily rapid development. Seoul is a city of remarkable energy, design, and food, while the temple stays, coastal islands, and mountain national parks of the wider country offer a quieter counterbalance. Those who love cities, food, and the particular intensity of Korean creative culture will find it endlessly stimulating.

  • Went from poorer than Ghana in the 1950s to a top-15 global economy in 60 years.
  • Highest plastic surgery rate per capita in the world.
  • Produces more patents per capita than the United States or Japan.
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Quick Facts

Capital

Seoul

Language

Korean

Currency

₩ KRW

Area

97,600 km²

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Nomad Hub

Fixed Broadband

253Mbps

Very Fast18th globally

Mobile

257Mbps

Very Fast6th globally
EnglishModerate
PlugType C/F

💻Digital Nomad Visa

Min. Income

$5,483/mo

Duration

12 months

Renewable

Yes

Application Fee

~€81

~$89

Application difficultyMedium
Tax treatmentLocal rates apply
Processing time~30 days
Health insuranceRequired
DependentsYes
Apply onlineIn person / consulate
Path to residencyNo
Open to all nationalitiesYes
Official page

GDP / Capita

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$36K

High

PPP / Capita

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$63K

Very High

Inflation

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2.1%

Low

Unemployment

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2.7%

Very Low

Innovation (GII)

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60.0

Top 25%

GNI / Capita

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$38K

High

Tax Revenue

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13.3%

FDI Inflows

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0.8%

Education Spend

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5.4%

Cost of Living

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61.6

Moderate

Price Level Index

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31th pct

Moderate

20-Year Trend + IMF Forecast

Income & inflation over time

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+60% nominal+62% real
$26K$53K$80K2%4%200620102015202020252028
GDPPPPInflationIMF forecast
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Neighbouring Countries

North Korea
North Korea