A wide-scale inspection of illegal migrants has begun in South Korea
The South Korean government has launched a large-scale inspection campaign against foreigners living illegally in the country. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
This initiative is being carried out at the initiative of the Ministry of Justice and involves the police, coast guard, as well as the ministries of labor and transport. Raids are being conducted throughout the country, and their main goal is to identify migrants living without legal documents, individuals operating without licenses and wages, as well as illegal employers and intermediaries.
These operations will continue until December 12, and security measures are being strengthened especially ahead of the APEC summit to be held in Gyeongju city in 2025. The government's goal is not only to regulate the migration system but also to protect local citizens' jobs.
For this reason, many foreigners may fall under the scope of the inspection. Some employers may face liability for hiring illegal labor.
According to the Ministry of Justice, when violations are detected, measures such as fines, deportation, and subsequent bans on entering South Korea will be applied. At the same time, officials emphasize full respect for human rights.
Ministry representatives recommend that migrants voluntarily resolve their illegal status, as this helps avoid serious legal consequences in the future. Those who leave the country voluntarily may receive concessions when obtaining a visa next time.
According to data from the Uzbekistan Agency for External Labor Migration, since the beginning of the year, 26 compatriots who violated the conditions of the E-9 visa have been fined. They were required to pay fines of $2,000 for each month of illegality.
This situation once again reminds citizens of the necessity to strictly comply with foreign laws. This operation in South Korea is being carried out to ensure order within the country and to strengthen security ahead of international summits in the region.
Therefore, officials are calling on migrants to restore legal status or leave the country. The South Korean government is taking strict measures in the migration sector, focusing on improving the labor market and ensuring the rule of law.
