Korea's F-1-D 'workation' visa, piloted from January 2024, formally launched on June 30, 2026 with eased rules: maximum stay rose from two to three years and income thresholds dropped to as low as 1x GNI per capita for younger applicants living outside the Seoul metro area. Applicants need 18+ years of age, at least one year of employment with (or ownership of) a foreign company, a clean criminal record, and medical insurance covering roughly EUR 70,000-USD 75,000 including repatriation; family members can accompany the holder. Working for Korean employers or earning Korean-source income is prohibited. Exact tier details and extension mechanics under the new Ministry of Justice rules are still being clarified, so confirm current thresholds with a Korean mission before applying.