Immigration South Korea’s top-tier visa opens to scientific talent Eligibility broadened beyond original industrial focus, introducing new criteria for researchers and academics iStock.com/mesh cube Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Wednesday 03 June 2026 Foreign professors and researchers are being actively targeted under South Korea’s expanded “top-tier” visa programme, as the country intensifies its efforts to attract scientific 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 Visas High-tech talent to benefit from new South Korean visas Immigration South Korea eyes inclusive reforms to attract global talent