🚀 2026 GSC Office Hours (1:1 Expert Matching Day)

1. 🌍 GSC Office Hours – Expert Help for Foreign Founders!

• 🇰🇷 Building a startup in Korea as a foreign entrepreneur?
• 🤝 Get direct access to experts who can help you navigate the Korean business ecosystem.

📌 Program Information

📅 Program Period June 5th
👤 EligibilityForeign nationals preparing to launch a startup or currently operating a business in South Korea (including pre-founders)
💸 Participation FeeFree

2. ✨ Key Benefits

- Tailored 1:1 Expert Matching

We carefully review your questions and match you with the most suitable expert for a strategic consulting session.

- Risk Mitigation

Protect your business from day one by proactively addressing labor law, commercial code, and intellectual property compliance issues in Korea.

3. 🧩 Support Categories

[01] Legal & Patents

• Legal advice on Commercial/Civil Act risks regarding foreign corporate setup
• Shareholding structures and co-founder contract consultation
• Trademark and patent protection/application guidance

[02] Visa & Admin

• Guidance on visas, residency status, and business registration
• Startup visa documentation and proxy support services
• Official permits, licenses, and declaration procedures

[03] Tax & Accounting

• Accounting system setup for early-stage startups
• Tax bookkeeping guidance tailored for foreign-owned businesses

[04] Investment & Business Model (BM)

• Business model validation and pivoting strategies for the Korean market
• IR Deck optimization and storytelling-based pitching techniques
• Introduction to government-backed investment programs such as TIPS

[05] HR & Marketing

• Employment contracts and recruitment guidance compliant with Korean Labor Law
• Localized marketing strategies for Korean consumer behavior

[06] And More...

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4. 🛠️ How It Works (Step-by-Step Process)

STEP 01 — Online Application

• Click the Apply Now button below, complete the questionnaire, and submit your pre-consultation survey.

STEP 02 — Screening & Matching

• The GSC team reviews your inquiries and matches you with the most suitable expert.

STEP 03 — Approval & Notification

• Once your schedule is approved through the portal, we’ll be happy to send over your confirmation details.

STEP 04 — 1:1 Office Hours Consultation

• Attend your intensive 1:1 mentoring session with the assigned expert (A detailed consultation log will be archived).

STEP 05 — Follow-up Care & Scaling

• Take our satisfaction survey

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5. 📬 Contact & Inquiries

• 📧 Email: program@startup-korea.com

⚠️ Please note that all inquiries regarding the program are accepted via email only. Our operation team will respond as soon as possible.

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6. 📝 Application

📅 Application Period : Rolling Admissions (Sessions are held weekly/bi-weekly per sector)

👉 Apply Here

Apply Now

⚠️ Important Notice on Attendance

🚫 No-Show & Tardiness Policy

Please be advised that failing to attend your scheduled session without prior notice (No-Show) or arriving late may result in restrictions or penalties for your future bookings and program applications.

If you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please contact us via email at least 24 hours in advance.

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