Building your business presence in South Korea
Set up in South Korea, a leading economy connecting your business to some of the largest consumer bases globally.
Talk to our teamWhy South Korea?
Positioned between China and Japan, South Korea not only gives you access to two of the world’s biggest consumer markets but may also facilitate broader market reach.
World-class infrastructure, strong trade relationships, and business-friendly policies enhance the country’s appeal as a gateway for companies looking to build their presence.


How can Hawksford help you set up and manage your business in South Korea?
Starting and expanding a business internationally comes with challenges that differ by country. Serving clients in over 100 jurisdictions, Hawksford delivers the assurance that wherever your business operates, you have access to expert support.
From company registration to tax compliance, our corporate services team work with entrepreneurial startups to multinational corporations, providing solutions to navigate global markets.
Here are some main services we can assist with:
Starting a business in South Korea
Dedicated support for registering a limited liability company (Yuhan Hoesa), joint stock company (Chusik Hoesa), and other business entities with the relevant authorities.
Managing and growing your business
Solutions to facilitate your expansion in South Korea. As your enterprise broadens its reach, our team can provide guidance on addressing local compliance needs.
Payroll and other HR services
Tailored HR solutions to effectively manage payroll administration and related tasks in South Korea. We work with businesses of every scale and are well-equipped to support your market entry and expansion.
Tax and accounting in South Korea
Help with preparing and filing value-added tax (VAT), corporate income tax, and other returns with the National Tax Service (NTS).
Meet our team
Our specialists are proud to represent Hawksford and support you. They are experts in their sector, are an integral part of our global team.
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Our clients come first. Every time.
We take time to understand our clients’ requirements and ambitions, and also to anticipate their needs. We aim to exceed expectations by making every interaction meaningful and productive. We achieve this through our commitment to impeccable client service.

“We’ve been working with Hawksford since 2012 when we decided to set up our own entities in Asia. The China team is very professional and helpful. They took care of every step of business formation, giving us advice and responding to our needs in a timely manner."
Sophia Zhou, APAC Finance Controller, Moleskine China

“Hawksford has been a trusted partner, supporting Valextra with setting up entities and stores in Greater China, and demonstrating their deep understanding of local regulations, tax and accounting, and ways of doing business in the region.”
Frederic Ture, Managing Director Greater China, Valextra

“Hawksford’s professionalism and support have been exemplary, consistently anticipating our company's needs and providing invaluable assistance. They possess an in-depth understanding of the market and are always ready with insightful answers and proactive guidance.”
Veronica Natalini, Managing Director, Coop Far East

"Hawksford has provided us with all the help we needed during the incorporation process. We enjoy working with a team of people who are dedicated, supportive and communicate very effectively. This has meant the many challenges we faced were resolved very quickly.”
Chen Xue Qian, Financial Securities Affairs Representative, Jiangsu Xinquan Automotive Trim
