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5 Things Founders Wish They Knew Before Incorporating in Korea
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5 Things Founders Wish They Knew Before Incorporating in Korea

Five compliance surprises that catch foreign founders off guard after incorporating in Korea, from tax deadlines to the truth about hiring.

Branch, Subsidiary, or New Company? Choosing the Right Structure in Korea
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Branch, Subsidiary, or New Company? Choosing the Right Structure in Korea

Expanding your business to Korea does not necessarily mean setting up a Korean company in the same way as everyone else.If you already have

Can You Start a Business in Korea Without Speaking Korean?
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Can You Start a Business in Korea Without Speaking Korean?

The short answer is yes. You do not have to be fluent in Korean to establish and run a business in Korea. Foreigners can legally establish companies and conduct business here, and there are government programmes, startup centres and support organisations that help international entrepreneurs.

Expanding to Korea? Which City Should Your Startup Start From?
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Expanding to Korea? Which City Should Your Startup Start From?

If you're thinking about expanding your business to Korea, it is very easy to assume that Seoul is the best place to start.And honestly, the

The D-8-4(S) Visa: New Shortcut for Foreign Founders in Korea
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The D-8-4(S) Visa: New Shortcut for Foreign Founders in Korea

A faster alternative to D-8-4 visa, but with special conditions.

10 Websites Every Foreign Founder Should Bookmark Before Starting a Business in Korea
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10 Websites Every Foreign Founder Should Bookmark Before Starting a Business in Korea

If you're a foreign founder exploring Korea, here are some websites worth bookmarking. Each one serves a slightly different purpose, from finding startup programmes and competitions to understanding incorporation, investment and the wider Korean startup ecosystem.

Tips on Modoo Startup Application
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Tips on Modoo Startup Application

Brief walk-through on the Modoo Startup ( 모두의 창업 ) application.

What is the 80/20 rule for startups?
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What is the 80/20 rule for startups?

Have you ever spent an entire day working on your startup and, by the end of it, wondered: “What did I actually get done?” You answered emails. Tweaked your website. Added something to your product. Posted on social media. Joined a meeting. Maybe even spent three hours researching something that felt important at the time. But did any of those things actually move the business forward?

Founding a Startup in Korea: An Emotional Roller Coaster
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Founding a Startup in Korea: An Emotional Roller Coaster

Fundraising in Korea will mess with your head long before it makes you money, and that's normal.