[Visa/Admin] E-9 Employment Permit System — 3rd Round Opens July 6–20

 Korea's Ministry of Employment and Labor announced the 2026 3rd-round E-9 (non-professional employment) visa application period, running July 6–20. This round allocates about 12,630 new workers (고용허가제, EPS), mainly for manufacturing, agriculture/livestock, fishing, and construction. Workers or employers considering a workplace change or new hire should act within this window. If you have unpaid wage issues, contact 1350 (Ministry of Employment and Labor hotline). ※ For details, consulting with a licensed administrative agent (행정사) is recommended.