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This checklist is a guide for checking things yourself. See the linked rights information for the details.
Rights information this checklist is based on
- Work & Part-time Jobs
Do I really need a written work contract?
Yes. A written contract is the strongest proof that protects you. Always get your own copy and keep it.
Reviewed 6 September 2026 - Work & Part-time Jobs
How much should I be paid per hour? (Minimum wage)
Korea sets a legal minimum hourly wage. You cannot be paid less than it because you are young or not a Korean citizen.
Reviewed 6 September 2026 - Work & Part-time Jobs
몇 살부터 일할 수 있나요? 청소년이 지켜야 할 규칙
청소년도 일할 수 있지만, 나이에 따라 필요한 서류와 일할 수 있는 시간이 정해져 있습니다. 이것은 청소년을 보호하기 위한 규칙입니다.
Reviewed 6 September 2026 한국어 - Work & Part-time Jobs
I worked but was not paid
You must be paid for the work you did. This is true even if you are young, not a Korean citizen, or never signed a contract.
Reviewed 6 September 2026
Where you can get help
Ministry of Employment and Labor Helpline 1350
How they can help
Advice on unpaid wages, employment contracts and how to file a wage complaint.
- Opening hours
- Weekdays 09:00-18:00
- Area
- Nationwide
- Languages
- 한국어 · English · 中文 · Tiếng Việt · +
Youth Helpline 1388
Emergency lineHow they can help
A helpline for young people aged 9-24 about any worry: home, violence, school, or the future. Your call is confidential.
- Opening hours
- 24 hours
- Area
- Nationwide
- Languages
- 한국어