Business tax consultation
Review tax issues for sole proprietors, corporations and foreign-invested companies.
Certified Tax Accountant PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
Tax & Accounting Services
We connect foreign nationals, Korean businesses and foreign-invested companies with certified tax accountants for bookkeeping, VAT, income tax, corporate tax and accounting matters.
Contact an expert ↗Service Overview
When you run a business or earn income in Korea, tax treatment can differ depending on your business structure, residency status, transaction structure and filing deadlines. Based on your inquiry, we identify the tax work required, and bookkeeping, filings and tax advice are handled within the professional scope of a certified tax accountant.
Main Services
Bookkeeping and closing
Support transaction record management, bookkeeping and year-end closing.
VAT filing
Check your taxpayer type and sales/purchase records to prepare VAT returns.
Income and corporate tax filing
Review filing items based on business income and corporate results.
Withholding and payroll tax
Guide withholding tax filings related to employee salaries.
Tax issues for foreigners
Define the review scope, including domestic/foreign income and residency determination.
Helpful Documents for Your Consultation
- Business registration certificate or corporate register
- Recent sales, purchase and bank records
- Previous tax returns and financial statements
- Employee and payroll information
- Domestic and cross-border transaction structure
- Filing deadlines and tax issues you want to check
Process
Submit an inquiry
We confirm your current situation, preferred schedule and required assistance.
Define the scope
We identify the required qualifications and divide the work among the appropriate professionals.
Review requirements and documents
We review the documents, expected procedure and possible supplementary requests.
Engagement and service
The responsible professional proceeds under a separate engagement and service guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do foreigners have to file taxes in Korea?
It depends on the type of income, length of residence in Korea and business structure, so the facts need to be reviewed.
Should I get tax advice before setting up a company?
Reviewing investment, shareholding, salaries and transaction structure in advance can help reduce changes after incorporation.
Can my existing tax records be transferred?
After checking previous returns, books and the existing engagement, the scope of the handover is agreed.
Can I inquire about visa and tax matters together?
Yes, you can submit one inquiry, but each matter is reviewed separately by the appropriately licensed professional.
Professional Scope Notice
UpdateVisa classifies inquiries by field and connects clients with the appropriate professionals. Each matter is independently reviewed, contracted and handled by the relevant professional or office within the scope permitted by applicable laws and professional qualifications. Outcomes may vary depending on the individual facts and the final decision of the competent authority.
Find the right professional for your situation
Send us your service area, current situation and preferred schedule, and we will explain the required review and next steps.
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