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EPS-TOPIK (Employment Permit System Korean Test)

Required for E-9 visa (non-professional employment). You cannot work in Korea without passing this test.

Salary boost

Required for employment (24M–32M KRW/year)

Average before

₩2,100,000

Average after

2,800,000

+33%

Preparation time

2–4 months

Exam frequency

Twice a year

Related jobs

Manufacturing

Why this certificate?

Required to get an E-9 visa. You cannot work in Korea without this test.

Opens doors to manufacturing, construction, agriculture, fishing, and more.

Higher scores increase your chances of being placed at your preferred workplace.

How to get it

1

Register for the Korean test online

2

Take the CBT exam (reading/listening)

3

Submit job application upon passing

4

Get assigned to a workplace and receive E-9 visa

Job opportunities

Manufacturingconstructionagriculturefishing

Cost breakdown

Exam fee: 24,000 KRW

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