Part-time work in Korea guide
Calculate Part-Time Pay and Weekly Holiday Pay
Part-time pay in Korea is not always just hourly pay multiplied by hours. Check contracted weekly time, weekly holiday eligibility and the monthly conversion together.
A practical order
Calculate in three steps
- 01
Convert base pay
Enter hourly pay, hours per day and days per week to estimate daily, weekly and monthly base pay.
- 02
Check weekly holiday pay
Confirm whether contracted work is at least 15 hours per week and estimate paid holiday hours.
- 03
Review deductions and severance
Check applicable social insurance and possible severance after at least one year of employment.
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Calculators you need
Korea Hourly–Monthly Pay Converter
Estimates daily, weekly and monthly base pay from hourly pay and working time in Korea.
Calculate now →Korea Paid Weekly Holiday Calculator
Estimates paid weekly holiday hours and pay under South Korean labor standards.
Calculate now →Korea Salary Take-Home Calculator
Uses 2026 South Korean rates to estimate monthly salary after social insurance and income tax.
Calculate now →Korea Statutory Severance Pay Calculator
Estimates South Korean statutory severance pay using employment dates and wages during the final three months.
Calculate now →Results are estimates based on your inputs. For Korean tax, insurance and employment items, review each calculator’s rules and exclusions and confirm important decisions with the relevant institution or a qualified professional.
Before you calculate
Frequently asked questions
Does 15 hours a week always qualify?
Contracted hours must generally be at least 15 per week, and other requirements such as attendance must also be met.
Why use 4.345 weeks per month?
It is the average annual number of weeks divided by 12. Actual monthly pay can vary by pay period and schedule.
Can a part-time worker receive severance pay?
It may apply after one year of continuous service when average contracted hours are at least 15 per week.
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