Work in South Korea for a company based in Austria

Can I live in South Korea and work remotely for a company in Austria?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. Do you have a local residence permit?
  2. Do you have a local work permit?

The answer to this question depends on whether you are a student, a trainee or a freelancer. If you are a student, you can apply for a student visa. If you are a trainee or a freelancer, you can apply for a work visa.

How to find remote work in Austria while living in South Korea?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Austria even though you are located in South Korea. For that we would like to introduce you to the Austrian company, “Vienna IT”. They are currently looking for a remote developer to join their team.

Vienna IT is a very small company located in Vienna, Austria. They are looking for a remote developer with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Requirements
Language: PHP, Java, Javascript, SQL
Experience: Minimum 2 years
Location: Remote
Preferred language: PHP
Preferred location: Remote
Salary: Starting at €35k
Job Description

How to get paid in South Korea when working remotely for a corporation in Austria?

You can get paid in South Korea even if you are working for a company in Austria, however , you need to be a legal resident of South Korea and you need to be registered with the South Korean government.

You can get paid in South Korea even if you are working for a company in Austria, however, you need to be a legal resident of South Korea and you need to be registered with the South Korean government.

How do taxes work in South Korea if I’m working remotely for a company South Korea?

When working remotely in South Korea for a firm based in Austria, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is essential to understand the tax rules for South Korea.

In this article, we will provide you with a tax guide on how to calculate taxes in South Korea if you are working remotely.
We will start with a brief overview of the tax system in South Korea and then explain the tax rules for working remotely in South Korea.

What is the tax system in South Korea?
South Korea has a flat tax system. The tax rate is the same for all income.
The tax rate is 35%.
The tax rate is 35%. The tax rate is 35% for all income.