Free Tool — Company Registration

Korea Business Setup Cost Estimator

Estimate the total cost to register a company in South Korea. Includes government fees, registration taxes, and typical professional service fees.

Company Type

Planned Capital

₩

Initial paid-in capital in KRW. ₩100M+ recommended for foreign investment visa eligibility.

Business Location

Professional Services

Estimated Setup Costs

Government Fees

Registration Tax

1.2% of capital

₩1,200,000

Education Tax Surcharge

20% of registration tax

₩240,000

Court Registration Fee

₩40,000

Stamp Duty

₩35,000

Subtotal (Government)

₩1,515,000

Professional Fees

Legal/Incorporation Service

₩500,000 - ₩1,000,000

Tax Registration (세무사)

₩200,000 - ₩400,000

Corporate Seal (도장)

₩80,000

Notarization & Apostille

₩150,000 - ₩300,000

Subtotal (Professional)

₩930,000 - ₩1,780,000

Optional Costs

Virtual Office (3 months)

₩300,000 - ₩900,000

Bank Account Setup

₩0 - ₩100,000

Subtotal (Optional)

₩300,000 - ₩1,000,000

Total Estimated Cost₩2,745,000 - ₩4,295,000

Actual costs may vary based on complexity

Typical Timeline

Document preparation: 3-5 business days
Court registration: 5-7 business days
Tax registration: 1-2 business days
Bank account: 1-2 weeks

Total: 3-4 weeks

Capital Requirements

No legal minimum capital for Korean companies
₩100M+ recommended for D-8 investment visa eligibility
Branch offices: No capital requirement (uses parent company capital)
Liaison offices: No capital requirement

This calculator provides estimates based on typical 2025 costs. Actual fees vary by service provider, complexity, and specific requirements. For accurate quotes, consult with a Korean incorporation specialist.

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