Korean Virtual Asset Market Access for Foreign Entities

Cha & Kwon Law Offices specializes in Korean cryptocurrency regulations and helps foreign companies enter the virtual asset market.
Under 2025 FSC guidelines, foreign firms can access BTC and USDT markets via standard KYC, while KRW market access is limited to professional investors.
A phased approach is recommended: start with BTC/USDT access and prepare for KRW eligibility.
Companies may register directly or establish a Korean entity, each with advantages and drawbacks.
KYC requirements are strict, requiring notarized documents and a local representative; Cha & Kwon offers full legal and regulatory support.

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Service Agreement (OTC)

In this sample, the mandatary purchases the virtual asset due to the contract between the mandatary and the client,
and the virtual asset will be sent to the third-party corporate's virtual asset wallet.


Reference: [C&K] Service Agreement(Sample)(ENG).docx

Service Agreement

In this contract, software development and marketing is the provided service. Payment is made in virtual assets.


Reference: [C&K] Service Agreement(Sample)(ENG).docx

Investment Agreement (Convertible Bond)

Convertible bond contract enabling the debenture holder to exercise put option on the corporation and the corporation to exercise call option on the debenture holder under certain conditions.


Reference: [C&K] Convertible Bond_(sample).doc