Working Holiday in SOUTH KOREA

South Korea is a country that has a lot to offer travellers of all ages, from scrumptious BBQ delicacies, kimchi, bibimbap, and bulgogi to breathtaking views of the landscape and surroundings. Exploration beckons you in the Land of the Morning Calm, whether you want to take in the flashing lights of Seoul or the snowy peaks of the Taebaek Mountains.

And when you go on a Working Holiday in South Korea, you can live and work as an English education assistant or English tutor companian for up to 12 months – even if you don’t have a degree.

You could wing it and try to do everything yourself. Sure, some people do, but more often than not, it’ll be confusing, expensive, anxiety-inducing, and time-consuming heading to a land unknown for the first time.

This is an experience you’ll likely only do once, and the last thing you'd want is to be returning home with your tail between your legs just after you had your going-away party (& blown all your savings).

But, luckily, we have the solution that over 100,000 others before you have chosen since 2008, as the world's leaders in working holidays. What if you could instead:

With our Money-Back Guarantee in place, receive a South Korea English Assistant or English Companion Job Match before you even arrive* – year-round & all-done virtually from home.

Enjoy a comprehensive arrival service packed with awesome cultural tours & activities.

Save time, money, and stress with your own dedicated Trip Coordinator.

Get help with flights, travel insurance, accommodation, visa applications & more.

Land in South Korea prepared & excited, not anxious and scared - life’s too short for that. Don’t spend 4+ weeks job hunting in a foreign country alone with no income. 99% of our travellers are matched with a job before they leave home. Travel smart, and prepared.

Most travellers plan their trips 6-12 months in advance. Dates are flexible, but capacity is limited, so plan ahead of time! Avoid wasting weeks searching for a job and start enjoying your experience from day one.

This trip is ideal for anybody wanting work experience in Korea but doesn't have a degree or doesn’t qualify for the correct teacher’s working visa. It’s complete with unique inclusions and fantastic excursions. Chances are that once you arrive, you'll want to stick around to keep immersing yourself in its 5,000-year-old heritage and culture.

To qualify for this trip you must meet the following requirements:

• Be between 20-35 years of age
• Be a citizen of an eligible country
• Have no criminal convictions in the past 5 years

To qualify for this trip, you must be between the ages of 20 and 30, unless you are a British or Irish passport holder. British citizens qualify up to age 35, and Irish citizens qualify up to age 34.

You must be a fluent or near native English speaker and in good health. You must have proof of an onward ticket or sufficient funds to buy one. 

You must also meet all working holiday visa requirements, and have 6 months of paid work experience by time of arrival. You must not have previously entered South Korea on a Working Holiday visa and not have a criminal record. 

U.S. citizens must either be currently enrolled in university, or graduated within the past year at the time of applying for the visa.

South Korea Job Match

A lot of companies won't hire travellers. We’re partnered with many of the best local businesses that will. Land your first job as an English Assistant or Tutor Companion, earning 1,200,000 KRW - 1,400,000 KRW (850 USD - 1,000 USD) per month. 

Dedicated Trip Coordinator

Handpicked from an experienced team who’ve been there, done that and are ready to guide you through your entire journey and leave no question unanswered.

Working holiday visa guidance

Get your working holiday visa approved as cheap and easy as possible with our step-by-step instructions and personal guidance by your Trip Coordinator.

Pre-Departure Guide

Our in-depth pre-departure guide will have all the information you need about your trip & destination, at your fingertips.

Personal Travel Concierge

You'll get a personal Travel Concierge to plan your flights, insurance or any other add-ons to synchronise perfectly with your trip. Deal with a real human and get personalized booking help that ticks all your boxes.

Private airport transfer

Start your trip off right and roll up like a VIP! When your plane lands, a private chauffeur will be waiting to whisk you straight to your included hostel accommodation in style.

4 nights of hostel accommodation

Meet other Global Travellers in the heart of South Korea. A 4-6 person dorm makes it the ultimate lodging for jet-lag recovery, or treat yourself and upgrade! (private room available at additional cost)

"Welcome to South Korea" orientation

We'll set you up for an in-country orientation and cultural activities over your first 3 days. Meet our dedicated local team at the Incheon office for a detailed introduction on everything you need to know about life and work in South Korea.

Online Korean cultural foundation course

Before arriving, we’ll make sure you’re familiar with the culture to provide you with a solid understanding of your new home.

Welcome dinner

Get to know other travellers and our team better over some traditional Korean cuisine.

Grand Palace tour and Hanbok experience

Experience a Hanbok café and dress in traditional attire before going on a guided tour of the majestic Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Korean cooking class

Experience firsthand the preparation of signature Korean delicacies like Bulgogi, Gimbab, and Kimchi Pancakes, and pick the brain of the charming chef, Hero, while you do so.

Cultural workshops

We will arrange for you to attend a few seminars and workshops while working for Korean organisations so that you may make a more seamless transition into Korean culture.

Permanent accommodation resources

If permanent accommodation isn’t provided with your job opportunity, our local team can give you the tools and advice to help you find your perfect home.

Ongoing local team support

Throughout your time here you will have the support of a local team. They will help to open up the wonders of South Korea, supporting your every need while you work and travel around the country.

Global Emergency Line

Feel confident knowing we have a worldwide emergency team on standby, 24 hours a day, Monday to Friday. 

gWorld access

Stay organised with your personalised portal where you can keep all of your important documents and trip details in one spot and gain insider access to everything Global.

Social

Travel alone but never lonely with Social! An exclusive social network inside our gWorld app to talk, share & meet-up with other Global Travellers in your region, with a dedicated Community Manager.

Global Academy

Gain access to an ever-growing range of skills & languages to learn before & whilst you travel.

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