NationwideRural Living Program
Free temporary stay + a stipend on completing the programme — amount varies by village
Stay + stipend (varies)
Amount: check needed — shown as stated in guidance checked on 2026-09-17; the latest notice could not be re-confirmed
What is supported
Free temporary stay + a stipend on completing the programme — amount varies by village
How the support is paidDiscount plus refundPart is discounted at payment; part (such as transport or stipends) is paid after you submit proof.
Eligibility to check
- Age 19+
- Non-local
- SNS tasks
Eligibility for foreign or overseas residents
Eligibility is not confirmed for foreign or overseas residents. Check residency, ID, Korean phone verification and payment-method requirements in the official notice.
Dates
- Application window
- Confirm exact dates in the official notice
- Travel or activity window
- Confirm exact dates in the official notice
Villages recruiting now close applications 23–28 Oct 2026 (varies by village, last on 28 Oct) · next intake not announced
How to apply: steps, documents and cautions (from the official notice)
Only what the official notice and the operator’s guidance state is summarised here. Details change between rounds and years, so re-check the sources below right before applying.
Steps
- 1Register and log in on the Greendaero platform (greendaero.go.kr), then under Experience > Live-in > Apply choose a village that is recruiting, fill in the form, accept the pledge and consent, and submit
- 2After a text confirming receipt, the operator (village or community) interviews you by phone or video and selects participants; once approved in the system you get a selected (or not selected) text
- 3After an orientation on arrival, join the operator’s programme for 15 days a month (rural life and hands-on experience, farm-work job trials, local exploration, skill sharing and more)
- 4Complete the satisfaction survey on My Page of the live-in site — the last month’s stipend is paid only to survey respondents
Required documents
- Online application on Greendaero plus the pledge and consent. Check each village’s operating information for any additional documents
Things to watch
- Programmes last 1 to 8 months with temporary housing during participation and a stipend on completion — periods and stipends differ by village, so check each village’s operating information on the application page
- Types: farming (general, long-term crop practice), rural living (general, town-centre residence, rural-study linked) and project participation (general, start-up linked, social economy). For younger adults considering a move to the countryside
- Villages recruit in cohorts, so waiting, open and closed statuses change frequently
- Enquiries: rural relocation helpline 1899-9097 (09:00–18:00)
Sources · Sources checked 2026-09-17
FAQ
Do I apply or receive funds through Wakation?
No. Wakation summarizes the notice; the operating institution handles applications, selection and funding.
Are the dates and benefits final?
The official notice is final. Budgets, early closure and operating details can change, so check again before applying.
Will any hotel booking qualify?
Not necessarily. Each program has its own eligible stays and expenses. Do not assume eligibility unless the official notice says so.
Plan after confirming eligibility
These are general planning links, not proof that a booking is eligible for support. Check the official conditions first.