Start Company Korea
Start Company Korea is SMA Lawfirm’s specialized service designed to help foreign entrepreneurs and investors seamlessly establish a business in South Korea. Our English-speaking legal team provides end-to-end support for Korea company formation — from selecting the right business structure (LLC, JSC, branch office) and preparing all incorporation documents to handling tax registration, corporate seal issuance, and visa applications. With deep expertise in Korean corporate law and foreign investment regulations, we ensure a fast, compliant, and hassle-free process so you can focus on growing your business in Korea.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Launching Your Business in Korea
Entering South Korea’s market requires more than ambition. This step-by-step guide covers entity selection, registration, licensing, and compliance essentials to help foreign entrepreneurs launch with confidence.
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How to Start a Business in South Korea: Complete Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs
South Korea is one of Asia’s most innovative and connected economies. This guide walks foreign investors through entity selection, registration steps, FDI requirements, and compliance tips to successfully start a business in Korea.
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LLC vs. JSC in Korea: Choosing the Right Legal Entity for Foreign Investors
When expanding into South Korea, choosing between an LLC (Yuhan Hoesa) and a JSC (Chusik Hoesa) is one of the most critical decisions foreign investors face. This guide compares governance, tax, compliance, and FDI considerations to help you select the right entity.
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Employer of Record (EOR) in Korea: A Strategic Solution for Global Expansion
SMA Lawfirm explains how using an Employer of Record (EOR) can help foreign businesses enter Korea faster, stay compliant, and scale efficiently — without the need to register a local entity.
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Korea Tax Guide for Foreign Companies: CIT, VAT, Payroll & More
A comprehensive tax guide from SMA Lawfirm for foreign investors setting up a company in South Korea. Covers corporate tax, VAT, withholding tax, payroll obligations, and filing deadlines.
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Korea Company Formation Guide for Foreign Investors
Step-by-step guide from SMA Lawfirm to help foreign entrepreneurs and investors set up a company in South Korea — including legal structures, tax registration, labor compliance, and business culture insights.
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Complete Guide to Korea Company Formation (Step-by-Step for Foreign Entrepreneurs)
A detailed guide for foreign investors and entrepreneurs on how to start a company in South Korea — including legal structures, requirements, costs, and step-by-step process.
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Avoiding Common Mistakes When Registering a Company in Korea
SMA Lawfirm explains the most common mistakes foreign investors make during Korea company registration — and how to avoid costly delays, compliance risks, and legal issues.
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Post-Incorporation Compliance Requirements in South Korea
SMA Lawfirm explains the key compliance steps foreign-owned companies must follow after incorporation in South Korea — tax filings, social insurance, AGMs, and labor law compliance.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Korea Company Registration for Foreign Investors
SMA Lawfirm explains the full process of registering a company in South Korea — from entity selection and capital deposit to tax registration and social insurance enrollment.