Freelancer Withholding Calculator (3.3%)
See what you receive after 3.3% or 8.8% withholding, or work back to the gross amount.
Net amount by gross pay
| Gross | After 3.3% | After 8.8% |
|---|---|---|
| ₩500,000 | ₩483,500 | ₩456,000 |
| ₩1,000,000 | ₩967,000 | ₩912,000 |
| ₩2,000,000 | ₩1,934,000 | ₩1,824,000 |
| ₩3,000,000 | ₩2,901,000 | ₩2,736,000 |
| ₩5,000,000 | ₩4,835,000 | ₩4,560,000 |
Freelance income in Korea has 3.3% withheld (3% national + 0.3% local). One-off fees are “other income”, taxed at an effective 8.8%. The withholding is settled in the May tax return.
FAQ
What is the 3.3% tax?
Withholding on freelance (business) income: 3% national income tax plus 0.3% local income tax.