Start Company Korea
Licensed Korean attorneys with 10+ years experience at Korea's most prestigious law firms and government agencies. We help foreign founders incorporate in South Korea with no Korean language required — handling entity selection, government filings, banking setup, and visa applications in fluent English.
Clear fees with no hidden costs. Typical incorporation timeline: 1-2 weeks from document collection to company registration. Email sma@saemunan.com or start through our BusinessHub secure intake — we respond within 1 business day with a tailored scope and transparent pricing.
- 200+ Foreign companies served — no Korean required
- 10+ years at Kim & Chang and Ministry of Justice
- 1-2 week setup · Transparent fees · English-only workflow
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Essential guides for foreign entrepreneurs establishing companies in South Korea
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Complete walkthrough from entity selection to tax registration and banking setup.
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Korea Tax Guide
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