Korea Visa & Permit Insights

Can E-9 Foreign Workers Do Delivery Work After Their Regular Job?

E-9 foreign workers in Korea generally cannot treat after-hours platform delivery work as an ordinary side job. The E-9 system is tied to approved industries, specific occupations, and authorized workplaces under Korea’s Employment Permit System. Although certain parcel-service jobs are open to E-9 workers in 2026, the permitted roles are limited to tasks such as loading, unloading, and cargo sorting—not platform delivery riding. If delivery work has already been performed, the worker should review the actual work period, platform records, payment history, account used, and current employment authorization. If the real issue is difficulty remaining at the current workplace, a lawful workplace-change procedure may need to be considered first.

8/28/2026 · Sangjin Ji, Administrative Attorney