Short answer: Seoul Global Center’s OASIS courses support foreign entrepreneurs at different stages, from startup training to corporation establishment. K-Gateway is an invitation-based program for overseas startups exploring the Korean market.
Status as of 2026-10-29: The announced July–August 2026 OASIS-6 recruitment period has passed. Check the Seoul Foreign Resident Portal for OASIS course notices. K-Gateway notifies selected companies individually.
Key facts
| Route | Who it is for | Selection or eligibility | Support | Official next step |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OASIS courses at Seoul Global Center | Foreign entrepreneurs preparing to start or establish a business in Korea | Requirements vary by course; OASIS-7 office space is limited to specified graduates and exhibition winners | Course-specific education, coaching, incubation or incorporation support | Seoul Foreign Resident Portal for application notices; course descriptions |
| K-Gateway Initiative | Overseas startups interested in entering or growing in Korea | Invitation-based selection, including identification through government and embassy recommendations | Participation support for selected companies | K-Gateway program page and its Contact Us option |
Who can apply
OASIS supports aspiring foreign entrepreneurs, with a focus on technology-based businesses. OASIS-4 teaches foreign entrepreneurs with foundational technical skills how to launch and operate a business. OASIS-4+ is for foreign nationals seeking to start a trade business. OASIS-8 helps foreign entrepreneurs establish a corporation for a startup visa.
OASIS-7 office space is for outstanding graduates of intellectual property and entrepreneurship support programs, and winners of the Invention, Start-up Exhibition. K-Gateway seeks promising overseas startups with a strong interest in Korea. It reviews company profiles and evaluates teams, business potential and program fit.
What you get
OASIS-1 covers intellectual property basics, immigration regulations and doing business in Korea. OASIS-4 covers business operations, taxation, real estate practices and rules related to entrepreneurship. OASIS-5 offers personalized coaching with experienced immigrant entrepreneurs and startup experts. OASIS-8 supports preparation for incorporation and related startup-visa administration.
K-Gateway offers pre-arrival coordination, visits to startup institutions, corporate benchmarking, business meetings and one-to-one expert consulting. Its program page describes approximately 10 companies invited, with participation support for selected companies.
How to apply (step by step)
- Choose a route. Read the OASIS course descriptions to find the course matching your stage. If you run an overseas startup and want to explore Korea, read the K-Gateway program page.
- For OASIS, check the Seoul Foreign Resident Portal or Seoul Global Center’s social channel, @seoulglobalcenter, for the application schedule and procedure for your chosen course.
- For K-Gateway, use Contact Us on its program page to ask about the invitation process. The program identifies potential participants through government and embassy recommendations before reviewing profiles and evaluating fit.
- If invited to K-Gateway, confirm participation using the details provided to selected companies. Pre-arrival support covers travel coordination, communication and participation readiness.
Check before you apply
- For OASIS, use the current course notice to check its application procedure, required documents and any fee.
- For K-Gateway, ask through Contact Us about recommendation routes, timing and what participation support covers.
FAQ
Which OASIS course covers trade paperwork?
OASIS-4+ covers import and export procedures, trade documentation, payment settlement and trade contracts.
Does incorporation earn OASIS-8 recognition points?
Yes. The OASIS-8 description says recognition points are awarded upon incorporation in Korea.
How do participants complete OASIS-7 incubation?
They must remain in the incubation program for at least six months and receive approval from the operating institution.
What happens in K-Gateway’s final stage?
Participants refine their Korea market entry strategy and build connections with local partners and opportunities.
Start here: our core guides
- Korea Startup Visa (D-8-4) and the OASIS Program: Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign Founders
- K-Startup Grand Challenge: What It Offers and How to Apply
- Free or Low-Cost Office Space for Foreign Founders in Korea
- Korean Government Support Programs Open to Foreign Founders
- Starting a Business in Korea as an International Student: From D-2 Visa to Your Own Company