Foreign tech workers to get easier visa screening in Korea

The Korean government will introduce a more flexible evaluation system for foreign technology professionals.

Applicants will be assessed not only by academic, career and income credentials, but also by technical expertise and the hiring needs of Korean companies.

The Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said Thursday they will begin operating two new tracks under the K-Tech Pass program: a qualitative evaluation track and a track linked to government programs for re ...