Short answer: Foreign-led startups and prospective foreign entrepreneurs can apply for workspace at the Global Startup Center in Seoul. The application deadline is November 23, 2026, at 16:00.
Status as of November 13, 2026: Open
Key facts
| Program | 2027 Global Startup Center Workspace Call for Applications |
|---|---|
| Organizer | Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development (KISED) |
| Who can apply | Foreign-led startups and prospective foreign entrepreneurs |
| Application period | November 9, 2026, at 14:00 to November 23, 2026, at 16:00 |
| Support | Workspace in Seoul; six seats |
| Fee | KRW 55,000 per seat per month |
| Workspace period | January 1 to December 31, 2027 |
| Official link | K-Startup application notice |
Who can apply
KISED invites startups led by foreign nationals and prospective foreign entrepreneurs to apply for tenancy. The program supports overseas startups entering Korea and foreign founders establishing businesses in Korea. The notice describes its application target as prospective or existing foreign-owned startup companies.
The notice also lists university students, members of the public, research institutions, general companies and one-person creative companies among its target groups. If you are unsure how the foreign-founder and business-stage conditions apply to you, ask the Global Startup Center before applying.
What you get
The call offers six workspace seats at 5F, Myungwoo Building (S2), 169 Yeoksam-ro, Seoul. The listed workspace period is January 1 through December 31, 2027. The fee is KRW 55,000 per seat per month. The announcement states that the schedule may change because of the operating organization’s internal circumstances.
How to apply (step by step)
- Read the official K-Startup notice and its attached 2027 Global Startup Center Workspace Call for Applications PDF.
- Go to the online application site listed in the notice.
- Complete the online application form in English and submit it online. The application period opened on November 9, 2026, at 14:00 and closes on November 23, 2026, at 16:00.
Check before you apply
For questions about the call, contact the Global Startup Center at gso@startup-korea.com. The announcement also lists 02-2039-1629 as a contact number. For more details, it directs readers to the attachment and the contact point.
FAQ
Are there age restrictions?
The notice lists all ages, including people under 20, people aged 20 to 39, and people aged 40 or older. The application target remains prospective or existing foreign-owned startup companies.
What company stages does the notice list?
It lists prospective founders and companies under one, two, three, five and seven years old. Contact the Global Startup Center if you need to check how these categories apply to your situation.
How are final tenants chosen?
Final tenants will be confirmed based on the results of a document evaluation.
Who manages the information and documents I submit?
The operating organization manages information requested during the application, including personal information, and the submitted documents. The notice directs questions about returning documents to that organization.
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- 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
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