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5 Must-Have Checklists Before Your Visa Expires (Must-Read for Foreign Workers) If you are a foreign worker working in Korea As your visa expiration date approaches, there are more things you need to prepare. In case of sudden departure from the country or delay in application for extension or transfer You may miss out on or be disadvantaged by various benefits such as retirement pay, insurance, and tax refunds. So JobPloy is here for foreign workers. We've compiled a checklist of five key things you need to prepare before your visa expires. 1. Check your visa expiration date The first thing you need to do is check the exact expiration date of your visa . You can check it on Hi Korea or your alien registration card . Begin preparing for your extension or transition at least 60 days before your end date. 💡 Example: For E-9 visas, the maximum stay is 4 years and 10 months. 2. Confirmation of retirement pay and wage settlement Before retirement, you must accurately check the number of working days, monthly salary, retirement allowance , etc. Severance pay is only available to those who have worked for more than one year , and it must be checked as there are cases where the business delays or misses payment. 💡 If you leave the country after retirement, it will be very difficult to receive payment later. 3. Check if you are eligible for a tax refund (preparing to file a tax correction) Check your earned income withholding tax receipt to see if there are any years in the past five years that qualify for a tax refund . If you are eligible for a refund, you can apply for one before departure through a tax refund claim . Self-verification is possible through Hometax, and JobPloy also provides guidance. 👉 View the Tax Refund Self-Assessment Guide ** You can apply for a tax refund through Jobploy. Please check Mypage > Affiliate Services. 4. Issuance of Health Insurance Eligibility Certificate A health insurance eligibility certificate may be required in various situations , such as future loans, national pension refunds after returning to Korea, and employment verification . It can be issued through the National Health Insurance Corporation website or Government24 . Be sure to save it as a PDF or print it out for safekeeping. 👉 See how to obtain a health insurance certificate 5. Visa Extension/Transfer Preparation Whether the visa can be extended or converted to another visa (E-7-4, F-2, etc.) Please check the pre-qualification requirements and documents . Required documents: Standard Employment Contract Copy of employment permit Company business registration certificate Qualification verification documents (education, work experience, etc.) 💡 JobPloy also provides E-7-4R conversion consultation. ✈️ Summary of pre-departure checklist item explanation Check your visa expiration date Hi Korea or Alien Registration Card Verification Severance pay and wage settlement Business location and written confirmation required Whether or not to get a tax refund Check your payment statement on Hometax Health Insurance Confirmation Save or print PDF Visa extension/conversion preparation Documents and conditions must be checked in advance Visa expiration is not simply “the end of the job.” This is an important time to complete everything from settlement, refund, conversion, and departure preparations . If you miss even one, you may suffer irreversible damage . Prepare in advance with JobPloy, a foreign recruitment platform, and complete the process without any issues ! If you need any assistance, please contact us anytime via 1:1 chat or support@jobploy.kr .

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Safety rules for field workers – be sure to read them! Hello, this is JobPloy . Like driving a forklift, welding, or working on ladders. Frequently performed tasks in construction and manufacturing sites can lead to major accidents with even a small mistake. In reality, many industrial accidents occur due to simple carelessness or failure to follow basic rules. So today, we are providing the Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency (KOSHA). Based on safety pictorial data for each task, we have compiled key rules that must be followed when working with forklifts, welding, and ladders. Precautions when welding There is a high risk of fire and explosion due to flames, high heat, and gases . Be sure to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, welding suits, and gloves . No welding near flammable materials Never weld in a poorly ventilated space. If sparks from welding get into your eyes or on your clothing, they can cause serious burns. 2. Precautions when operating a forklift Do not hang on to or ride with a forklift. It is essential to check the brakes, horn, and safety devices before working. Be sure to check the weight and height limits for your load. Use warning sounds, mirrors, and guides when reversing or in blind spots Because forklifts are heavy and maneuver quickly, they can easily cause major collisions or crushing accidents. 3. Precautions when working on ladders Be sure to secure the footrest so it doesn't shake. Don't climb to the top of the ladder Wearing a hard hat and safety shoes is mandatory. In crowded areas, please indicate that you are working. Even if a fall seems like a simple one, it can lead to serious injuries that can leave you with lifelong disabilities. “Safety is a habit.” A 5-minute checkup a day can save your life. Foreign workers, please also frequently check the safety guide centered on pictures. Be sure to check the safety rules again before working!

Heat-related illness prevention guide for foreign workers in heatwave situations, If something goes wrong with my body, respond immediately. In summer in Korea , temperatures rise above 35 degrees Celsius . For foreign workers working outdoors, it can be a very dangerous environment. In particular, foreign workers engaged in construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics industries They are highly susceptible to heat-related illnesses such as heatstroke, dehydration, and heat exhaustion. However, many foreign workers are not well aware of the following information: What symptoms are dangerous? How to deal with it What requests should I make to my business owner or manager? This guide provides guidance for foreign workers on what symptoms to watch out for in extreme heat, how to take emergency measures, and what to ask their employers. ✅ What does this guide cover? This guide outlines practical guidelines that foreign workers need to know to protect their health during extreme heat. What's included: Symptoms to watch out for Emergency measures to be taken immediately What you can ask your business owner or manager Worker Rights and Safety Standards ✅ Why should I read this guide? Heat-related illnesses are preventable. When something goes wrong while you're working, it's your right to say "let's take a break." Korean law requires workers to rest and be protected during extreme heat. 🔺 React immediately when you experience these symptoms! Symptoms meaning action I have a headache. Heatstroke or Sunstroke Warning Signs Move to the shade immediately and drink water. I feel dizzy, my vision is blurry. Risk of dehydration or low blood pressure Stop working, sit down and rest Muscles cramp Symptoms of salt deficiency and dehydration Drink electrolyte drinks and rest is necessary The sweat has stopped Suspected heatstroke (dangerous!) Request immediate emergency action Skin is red and hot Failure to regulate body temperature Cool with cold water or ice 🧍‍♂️ Emergency measures I should take 1. Stop working immediately. → Never continue working if you feel unwell. 2. Move to a cool place (shade or indoors). 3. Drink water or electrolyte drinks slowly. 4. You need to cool down your body. → Wash your hands, feet, and face with cold water → Place ice or a wet towel behind your neck. 5. Ask for help from colleagues around you and report to 119 if necessary. 📣 What to ask your business owner or safety manager Request Contents reason “I’m feeling unwell right now. I need some rest.” Report symptoms immediately “We are running low on water. Please give us more water to drink.” Dehydration is dangerous “We don’t have enough shade. We need a place to rest.” Securing an environment to cool down the body temperature “Where is the first aid kit?” If heatstroke or dehydration occurs, immediate action is required. 📌 Basic Rights for Foreign Workers If your body temperature rises, you have the right to temporarily stop working. You can take a break for at least 20 minutes every two hours. It is your right to refuse or take a break when you have health problems. 💬 JobPloy JobPloy is a service for foreign workers working in Korea. We've prepared this guide to help you work safely and healthily. Check it out now and stay safe even in the hot summer.