2026 Recruitment for E-7-4 Skilled Worker Visa Conversion Recommendation (No. 2026-52)
Opportunity for foreign workers employed in manufacturing SMEs for over 4 years to receive a recommendation for E-7-4 visa conversion
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This program recommends foreign workers who have worked in domestic manufacturing SMEs for over 4 years to convert their visa status to Skilled Worker (E-7-4), with applications accepted year-round. Applications are submitted online via the K-Work platform, and the recommendation is valid for one year from the date of notification to the Ministry of Justice.
3-second summary
- Support Content: Recommendation for E-7-4 visa conversion for long-term foreign workers in domestic manufacturing SMEs
- Quota: Total of 1,000 persons (allocated by MOTIS)
- Application Period: Year-round open recruitment (may close early if quota is exhausted)
- Validity Period: 1 year from the date of notification to the Ministry of Justice
Eligibility checklist
- Legally resided in Korea for at least 4 years under the relevant qualification (E-9, E-10, etc.) within the last 10 years
- Annual salary of 26 million KRW or more and an employment contract of at least 2 years
- Recommendation from the current employer where the worker has been employed for at least 1 year
- Total score of 200 points or more based on the K-point scoring table including bonus points
Schedule & how to apply
- Application Period: Year-round open recruitment
- Application Method: Online submission via K-Work platform (k-work.or.kr) after corporate membership registration
- Required Documents: Consent form for data collection/use/provision, copy of standard employment contract, copies of alien registration card and passport, etc.
Recommended for
- Recommended for business owners of domestic manufacturing SMEs employing foreign workers who have worked there for over 4 years.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requirements: Legally resided in Korea for at least 4 years under the relevant qualification (E-9, E-10, etc.) within the last 10 years; Annual salary of 26 million KRW or more and an employment contract of at least 2 years; Recommendation from the current employer where the worker has been employed for at least 1 year; Total score of 200 points or more based on the K-point scoring table including bonus points.
How do I apply?
Applications follow the official program notice, which is in Korean. See the source link for the method and receiving office; Beaconoi can prepare an English draft for your review.
Which organization runs this program?
This program is administered by Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME).
Last updated · Source: Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME) — official notice
※ Program information is compiled from each institution’s public sources; actual eligibility, amounts and deadlines may change. Always verify against the official notice (in Korean) before applying.