2026 Sahmyook University Startup Incubation Center Resident Company Recruitment

Can a foreigner apply?

Yes, with conditions

Foreigners are not excluded, but the announcement attaches requirements — residency, a Korean entity, a visa status or a partner. Read the conditions before you spend time on this.

Open to pre-founders (not yet incorporated) and companies established within 7 years (company age: less than 1 year, less than 2 years, less than 3 years, less than 5 years, less than 7 years). Applicant must transfer their main place of business to the Sahmyook University Startup Incubation Center upon selection. Eligible targets include university students, general public, universities, research institutions, general companies, and one-person creative enterprises. Age 20 and above (all ages accepted). Excluded: persons under criminal suspension or classified as bad creditors; businesses generating pollution (wastewater, noise, vibration); existing business owners in the same industry/type for 3+ years; companies seeking to locate a branch/laboratory only; general small businesses; companies previously evicted from Seoul startup support facilities; entities violating relevant regulations.