Gather your evidence

You can claim wages even without a contract. Anything that shows you actually worked can serve as evidence.

Don't give up because you have nothing. If you start recording from today, that becomes evidence too.

What counts as evidence

• Contract and payslips — the strongest. Photograph them.
• Bank deposit records — they show what you were paid and when.
• Attendance records — fingerprint scanner photos, work logs, transit card history, photos of the worksite.
• Texts and messenger chats — messages telling you to come to work, or putting off your pay.
• Coworkers' statements — get their contact details now.
• Photos of work clothes, ID badges, entry passes.

Start recording today

Every day, write down the date, start time, finish time, what you did, and who you worked with. A phone memo is fine. Your own notes are accepted when they line up with other material.

Your visa status does not matter

Even if you are undocumented, you have the right to be paid for work you did. There are arrangements so that filing a complaint does not hand you straight to enforcement. If you are worried, ask 1577-0071 or a migrant support organisation before you file.

Source

Ministry of Employment and Labour www.moel.go.kr · Korea Legal Aid Corporation www.klac.or.kr / As of 2026-08