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Reporting the departure of foreign workers is a very important obligation for employers. If you neglect this, the following disadvantages may occur:
▶ Charges of hiring illegal aliens: If you do not report the departure, you may be punished as you are hiring foreign workers even though they are illegally staying.
▶ Administrative disposition: You may be subject to administrative disposition for violating the Employment Permit System. For example, sanctions such as cancellation of a foreign worker's employment permit or cancellation of business owner registration may be imposed.
▶ Fines: Fines may be imposed for violation of relevant laws.
Restrictions on future employment of foreign workers: If you are disadvantaged for not reporting the departure, there may be restrictions on hiring foreign workers in the future.
◈ Why do you have to report the departure? Should we?
▶ Legal obligation: According to the Employment Permit System for foreign workers, employers have a legal obligation to report the departure of foreign workers.
▶ Prevention of illegal employment: By reporting the departure, you can prevent the employment of illegal foreigners and contribute to the smooth operation of the Employment Permit System.
▶ Clarification of responsibility: By reporting the departure of foreign workers, you can report the departure of foreign workers. You can clarify responsibility for desertion and prepare for problems that may arise in the future.
◈ How do I report desertion?
▶ Visit: Visit the local employment center and report it
▶ Mail: Send relevant documents by mail
▶ Online: Via online systems such as Government 24 Report
◈ What documents do I need to prepare?
▶ Copy of alien registration card
▶ Copy of employment contract
▶ Materials that can confirm the fact of departure (e.g. attendance log, call history, etc.)