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?
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Foreign Individual vs Foreign Parent Company in Korea 2026: Which Setup Is Better?
A 2026 guide to choosing between a foreign individual investor and a foreign parent company when forming a Korean business, with governance, banking, tax, and document comparisons.
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Can a Foreigner Own 100% of a Korean Company in 2026? Sole Shareholder Guide
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Can You Register a Company in Korea Without Visiting in 2026? Remote Formation Guide for Foreign Founders
A practical 2026 guide to forming a Korean company without visiting Korea, including power of attorney, apostille rules, bank issues, and the steps that still may require local presence.
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Korea FDI Change Report 2026: When Foreign Investors Must Amend Their Investment Notification After Incorporation
A practical 2026 guide on Korea FDI change reporting after incorporation, including common trigger events, amendment timing, and how foreign investors can avoid bank and registry friction.