125,000 Nepalis Secure Jobs in South Korea Through EPS
Around 125,000 Nepalis have found employment in South Korea through the Employment Permit System (EPS), according to a report by myRepublica.
What happened
As many as 125,000 Nepalis have found employment in South Korea through the Employment Permit System (EPS), according to a report published by myRepublica on 27 July 2026.
The headline figure highlights the scale of labour migration from Nepal to South Korea under the government-to-government recruitment channel. The material provided does not include a detailed breakdown of sectors, districts of origin, or yearly trends.
Why it matters for jobseekers
For Nepali jobseekers considering foreign employment, the figure underlines that South Korea remains one of the most organised and sought-after destinations under a formal labour agreement.
Employment through EPS is managed directly between governments, which generally means a more structured recruitment process compared to private channels. For many workers, this route has been associated with formal contracts, regulated working hours and access to workplace protections under South Korean labour law.
The scale — 125,000 placements — also signals a well-established Nepali community in South Korea, which can be an important source of practical information and peer support for new arrivals.
What to do next
If you are interested in South Korea through EPS, follow only official notices from the Department of Foreign Employment and the EPS Section in Nepal. Do not rely on social media rumours or intermediaries claiming guaranteed selection.
- Check eligibility: Ensure you meet the basic age, health and education requirements published in official EPS notices.
- Prepare for the language test: EPS selection typically requires passing the Korean language proficiency exam. Start preparation early.
- Keep documents ready: Keep your passport, citizenship certificate and academic documents valid and consistent.
- Avoid extra payments: EPS is a government-to-government system. Any demand for large unofficial fees should be treated with caution and reported.
General context for jobseekers — not from the source material
The following is general information to help you understand the system, not specific details from the myRepublica report:
The Employment Permit System allows employers in South Korea to hire foreign workers when they cannot find local workers. Recruitment is organised through a memorandum of understanding between Nepal and South Korea. The process usually involves public announcement, language test, skills test, health screening and a job matching stage.
Competition is high, and passing the language test does not guarantee final deployment. Jobseekers should plan for a long preparation timeline and consider alternative options in Nepal or other countries in parallel.