The Ultimate Guide to Jobs in Korea for Foreigners

Lingua Asia The Ultimate Guide to Jobs in Korea for Foreigners

This post covers all you need to know about jobs in Korea for foreigners.

It includes:

  • How to find your first job
  • When to apply
  • Which Visa to get

I got my first job in South Korea in 2006 and worked in 8 different industries. Here’s what I learned from my experience.

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How to Survive in South Korea as an Expat


Korea has some great and not so great things.

This post shows you how to thrive as an expat in the Land of Morning Calm.

It has helpful tips on:

  • Adapting
  • Food
  • Medicine
  • Clothing
  • Nightlife

I’ve lived everywhere in Korea from the capital to the countryside.

Here are things I wish someone told me before I moved in 2006.

The Ultimate Survival Guide for Expats Living in Korea

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11 Best Places to Live in Seoul and Around South Korea


This post will show you the perfect place to live in South Korea.

It includes the best areas for:

  • Recent college grads
  • Families
  • Career-oriented workaholics

I’ve lived in six cities and countless neighborhoods in Korea over 10 years. Here’s what I’ve learned!

Where to Live Your Best Life in South Korea

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How to Earn More Money Teaching English in Korea


Everything you Need to Know about Teaching English in Korea
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This guide shows you how to teach English in Korea like a seasoned vet.

You’ll learn:

  • How to find the right job for you
  • Expected starting salary
  • What to do before signing a contract
  • How to get better teaching jobs

I got my first job in South Korea in 2006 and worked at private academies, public schools, universities and education companies. Here’s what I learned from my experiences.

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31 Important Things You Need to Know about Korean Dating Culture


Dating a Korean is a fun, eye-opening and sometimes frustrating experience for westerners. The rules for Korean guys and girls are different from what you’re used to.

This post shows you how to play it cool and spot red flags in Korean dating culture.

It includes Korean and expat perspectives on dating dos and don’ts in Korea and abroad!

Lingua Asia Important Things You Need to Know about Korean Dating Culture

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