Key Information
70% of average wage (general)
All foreign workers (including undocumented)
Full medical costs (Industrial Accident Insurance)
268,299 KRW (2026 max daily compensation)
82,560 KRW (2026 min daily compensation)
90% of average wage (low-income, less than 1/2 of national average)
Work Injury Insurance
- Applies to all foreign workers (including undocumented)
- Compensation is available even if employer has no insurance
When injured at work
- Go to hospital immediately
- Ask employer to report the accident
- If refused → file directly
- Contact KCOMWEL (☎1588-0075)
Benefits
- Medical costs: paid in full
- Sick leave: 70% of average wage
- Disability: based on grade
- Death benefit: paid to family
❓ FAQ
📞 Where to Get Help
📖 Related Laws
- • Industrial Accident Insurance Act Art. 40, 52, 57, 62
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