In a major development for overseas employment, South Korea has doubled its job quota for skilled Pakistani workers under the Employment Permit System (EPS) for 2025. The new quota has been raised to 5,400 workers, compared to 2,400 in 2024. This expansion opens up thousands of new opportunities for Pakistanis seeking lawful, well-paying jobs in South Korea’s manufacturing, agriculture, and construction sectors.
The move reflects growing confidence in Pakistani labor and stronger cooperation between Islamabad and Seoul in the area of manpower export and skills development. It also promises a significant boost to Pakistan’s remittance inflows and foreign employment sector.
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The decision to double Pakistan’s labor quota to 5,400 workers in 2025 marks a breakthrough in Pakistan–South Korea relations. It reflects the growing demand for skilled Pakistani manpower abroad and offers a transparent, merit-based pathway to secure employment in one of Asia’s most developed economies.
For Pakistan’s youth, this is a golden opportunity to build a career, earn foreign income, and contribute to the country’s economic growth.
New Quota Details
- Total quota for 2025: 5,400 workers.
- Previous quota (2024): 2,400 workers.
- Increase: Over 125% rise in job allocation.
Covered sectors: Manufacturing, agriculture, construction, fisheries, and services.
This is the largest increase in Pakistan’s EPS quota in recent years, achieved through government-level engagement between Pakistan’s Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC) and South Korea’s Human Resources Development (HRD) Department.
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Eligibility Criteria for Applicants
To apply for jobs under the EPS South Korea program, applicants must:
Be Pakistani citizens aged between 18 and 39 years.
- Pass the EPS-TOPIK (Korean Language Proficiency Test).
- Clear the skills and physical fitness test.
- Possess a valid CNIC and passport.
- Be medically fit as per EPS standards.
- Have no criminal record or immigration bans.
Priority Sectors for Pakistani Workers
- South Korea primarily recruits Pakistani workers for:
- Manufacturing units (electronics, machinery, textiles).
- Agriculture and farming.
- Construction and maintenance.
- Fisheries and aquaculture.
These sectors offer competitive pay, safe working conditions, and long-term contracts under EPS regulations.
Important Tips for Applicants
Avoid private agents or unofficial intermediaries.
- Prepare early for EPS-TOPIK to secure a better position in the roster.
- Keep documents such as CNIC, passport, and police clearance updated.
- Stay informed via OEC announcements and official social media pages.
- Do not pay anyone for job placement outside of official OEC procedures.
