Visas South Korea hoping to plug sector-specific labour gaps Reforms come as the country continues to struggle with a demographic crisis iStock.com/Pavel Kim Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Wednesday 06 May 2026 South Korea is loosening immigration and residency rules across multiple visa categories as it aims to address labour shortages and become a more attractive destination for foreign talent. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Recruitment South Korea leans on international students to fill labour market gaps Global Mobility South Korea’s growth hinges on foreign talent as homegrown experts leave Human Rights South Korea steps up migrant worker safeguards Visas High-tech talent to benefit from new South Korean visas