Korea Company Formation Service
Licensed Korean attorneys with 10+ years experience at Kim & Chang and the Ministry of Justice. Start Company Korea delivers transparent, fixed-fee incorporation services with no Korean language required. We handle entity selection, government filings, banking setup, and visa coordination through a structured, English-language workflow designed for overseas founders.
Typical timeline: 1-2 weeks from initial consultation to registered entity. All fees disclosed upfront — no hidden charges, no hourly billing surprises.
What we deliver
- Entity selection guidance — LLC, JSC, branch office, or liaison office tailored to your business model and investor structure.
- Bilingual corporate documents — charter, shareholder agreements, board resolutions, and notarized powers of attorney prepared by licensed attorneys.
- Government registrations — company registration, tax ID, foreign investment notification, and immigration filings (D-8 investor visas when applicable).
- Post-incorporation setup — corporate bank account coordination, virtual office arrangements, payroll setup, and ongoing compliance support with trusted local partners.
Workflow
- Step 1
Initial consultation & scope
Email us your business objectives, investor structure, and timeline. Within 1 business day, we respond with a tailored questionnaire, document checklist, and transparent fee proposal — no Korean language required.
- Step 2
Document preparation & review
Our licensed attorneys draft bilingual corporate charters, shareholder agreements, and board resolutions. We send signature instructions via email and review your submissions asynchronously, allowing you to respond across time zones.
- Step 3
Government filings & registrations
We coordinate notarization, apostille (if needed), and submit incorporation documents to the Korean registry. Simultaneously, we handle tax ID registration, foreign investment notification, and immigration filings with regular status updates.
- Step 4
Banking, compliance & handoff
After registration, we coordinate corporate bank account setup, virtual office arrangements, payroll systems, and bookkeeping partnerships. You receive a complete handoff package with all certificates, registrations, and ongoing compliance guidance.
FAQ
How does pricing work?
Clear fees with no hidden costs. After our initial consultation, we provide a fixed-fee proposal separating legal fees, government charges, and third-party costs (notary, apostille, etc.). Once approved, we issue an engagement letter — no hourly billing, no surprises.
Do I need to speak Korean?
No Korean language required. Our licensed attorneys handle all communications with government agencies, notaries, and banks in Korean, while maintaining an entirely English-language workflow with you via email and secure document sharing.
What documents should I prepare in advance?
Typical requirements: shareholder passports, proof of overseas company registration (for corporate investors), Korean address for registration, and a brief business plan. We provide a detailed checklist during the initial consultation tailored to your entity type.
What is the typical timeline?
1-2 weeks from document collection to company registration, assuming all documents are ready and apostilled (if required). Banking setup adds another 1-2 weeks. Visa applications vary by type — we provide specific timelines during consultation.
Can you assist after incorporation?
Yes. We provide ongoing support for tax compliance, visa renewals, employment registrations, contract review, and general corporate matters. We also coordinate with trusted partners for bookkeeping, payroll, and specialized tax advisory.