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
Popular Topics
Essential guides for foreign entrepreneurs establishing companies in South Korea
LLC vs. JSC in Korea
Compare legal entities: governance, capital requirements, compliance costs, and tax implications.
Company Formation Costs
Complete fee breakdown: government charges, legal fees, capital deposits, and hidden costs.
Step-by-Step Registration
Complete walkthrough from entity selection to tax registration and banking setup.
Corporate Bank Account
Requirements, recommended banks, and documentation for opening business accounts in Korea.
Korea Tax Guide
Corporate income tax, VAT, withholding tax, payroll obligations, and filing deadlines explained.
Subsidiary vs Branch Office
Tax and legal comparison: which structure best fits your Korean market entry strategy?
Recent Posts
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Korea 2026 Personal vs Corporate Bank Account Sequencing for Foreign Founders
Learn the best 2026 sequencing for personal and corporate bank accounts in Korea, required documents, and common pitfalls.
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Korea 2026 Business Registration Address Evidence: Lease, Sublease, and Virtual Office Rules
A practical 2026 guide to address evidence for Korean business registration—lease vs sublease, virtual office limits, and document checklists.
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Korea 2026 Fiscal Year Choice & First Tax Return Timeline for Foreign-Owned Companies
Learn how to choose a fiscal year in Korea, map your first tax return deadlines, and avoid common compliance mistakes in 2026.
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2026 Korea Share Transfer to a New Foreign Investor: M&A Checklist and Registry Steps
A 2026 step‑by‑step guide for transferring shares in a Korean company to a foreign investor: contracts, filings, taxes, and post‑closing compliance.