🚨 Notice on Prohibition of Illegal Employment and Identity Misuse for International Students

Dear International Students,

Recently, the Korean government has strengthened enforcement against illegal employment involving foreign nationals, particularly in delivery services and identity misuse cases. We kindly ask all students to review carefully of the following guidelines to avoid any legal violations.

❗ Prohibited Activities

International students are strictly prohibited from engaging in the following types of employment:

• Working as a delivery rider (e.g., Baedal Minjok, Yogiyo, Coupang Eats, etc.)
• Working as a courier or parcel delivery worker
• Engaging in delivery-related work through agencies or platforms

These jobs fall under restricted employment categories and are not permitted under student visa regulations.

❗ Illegal Use of another Person’s Identity

• Using another person’s name (e.g., a Korean national’s identity) to work as a delivery rider is a serious criminal offense
• This constitutes both illegal employment and identity theft

⚠️ Penalties for Violations

Students found engaging in illegal employment may face:

• Up to 3 years of imprisonment or a fine of up to 30 million KRW
• Visa cancellation and deportation
• Possible restrictions on future entry into Korea

⚠️ Employer Responsibility

Employers who knowingly hire international students for illegal work or permit identity misuse may also face:

• Criminal penalties
• Significant fines

📌 Important Reminder

The university strongly urges all students to comply with Korean immigration laws and employment regulations. Engaging in unauthorized work can result in serious legal consequences and may negatively impact your academic status and future opportunities.

If you have any questions regarding permitted employment or visa regulations, please contact the university office for guidance.

Thank you for your cooperation.

[AIGS Office]

Please refer to the attached original Korean document for full details and review it carefully to ensure compliance.

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