Understanding South Korea’s Seasonal Worker Program for Filipinos
Understanding South Korea’s Seasonal Worker Program for Filipinos By Majella P. Pagayon South Korea’s Seasonal Worker Program provides temporary employment opportunities for foreign workers, particularly in agriculture and fisheries. Many Filipinos apply for this program to earn a higher income, but not all succeed in completing their contract. Some workers run away from their employers due to various reasons, including harsh working conditions and a lack of experience in farm work. This article will discuss: ✔️ How to apply for the program ✔️ Salary and working conditions ✔️ Why some workers run away ✔️ Consequences of leaving the job illegally 📍 How to Apply for the Seasonal Worker Program The Seasonal Worker Program allows foreign workers to legally work in South Korea for a few months. ✅ Application Process 1️⃣ Check if your province in the Philippines has an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with a Korean municipality. Some provinces have official agreements with Sout...