📋 Korean Law Insight | Real Estate & PropTech
By Attorney NOH UJIN | HANBYOL LAW LLC, Seoul
Korean Smart City and PropTech Legal Framework for Foreign Technology Companies
South Korea is one of the world's most aggressive adopters of smart city technology. From Songdo International Business District — the world's first purpose-built smart city — to ongoing smart city projects in Busan Eco-Delta City and Sejong Smart City, Korea has invested billions in transforming its urban infrastructure through technology. For foreign PropTech (Property Technology) and smart city companies, this represents a major market opportunity.
However, operating in Korea's smart city and PropTech sector requires navigating a complex regulatory landscape spanning urban planning law, personal data privacy, telecommunications regulations, construction codes, and government procurement rules. This guide provides foreign companies with a comprehensive legal framework for entering and operating in Korea's smart city market.
1. What Is Korea's Smart City Vision?
Korea's smart city development is driven by the Smart City Act (스마트도시 조성 및 산업진흥 등에 관한 법률), enacted in 2017 and substantially revised in subsequent years. This law defines smart cities as urban spaces that use information and communication technology (ICT) to enhance the quality of life and urban competitiveness through the integration of urban infrastructure and services.
The key government bodies overseeing smart city development include:
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT / 국토교통부) — primary regulator for urban planning and smart city policy
- Korea Agency for Infrastructure Technology Advancement (KAIA / 한국건설기술연구원) — R&D and technology standards
- National Smart City Committee — inter-ministerial coordination body chaired by the Prime Minister
- Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH / 한국토지주택공사) — state developer for major smart city projects
2. Major Smart City Projects: Market Entry Opportunities
2.1 Sejong Smart City (세종 스마트시티)
Korea's flagship smart city testbed, co-developed with Kakao Mobility and NAVER. The project focuses on autonomous vehicles, AI-powered energy management, shared mobility, and digital twin urban simulation. Foreign technology companies with expertise in these areas have been actively sought for partnerships.
2.2 Busan Eco-Delta Smart City (부산 에코델타 스마트시티)
A water-themed smart city focused on innovative water management, smart grid energy, digital healthcare, and AR/VR urban services. The project is managed by K-water (한국수자원공사) and represents a significant procurement opportunity for foreign water technology and IoT companies.
2.3 Smart City National Pilot Districts
MOLIT has designated multiple Smart City National Pilot Districts (스마트도시 국가시범지구) across Korea, each with specific technology themes and substantial public procurement budgets. Foreign companies may participate through joint ventures with Korean partners or direct procurement if they meet qualification requirements.
3. PropTech in Korea: Legal Framework
Korea's PropTech sector encompasses online real estate platforms, AI-driven property valuation, blockchain-based title registry, smart building management systems, and IoT-enabled facilities management. The sector has grown rapidly following the success of platforms like Zigbang (직방) and Dabang (다방).
3.1 Real Estate Services Act (공인중개사법)
The Real Estate Brokerage Act restricts real estate brokerage services (중개) to licensed Korean real estate agents (공인중개사). Foreign PropTech platforms that facilitate property transactions — even digitally — must ensure their services do not constitute unlicensed brokerage. Most foreign platforms must partner with Korean-licensed agents or obtain appropriate licenses to operate legally.
3.2 Real Estate Transaction Reporting Act (부동산 거래신고 등에 관한 법률)
All real estate transactions must be reported to local government authorities within 30 days. PropTech platforms that process or facilitate real estate transactions must comply with transaction reporting requirements and are subject to anti-money laundering (AML) obligations under the Financial Transactions Reporting Act.
3.3 Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Construction Technology
Korea has mandated BIM adoption for public construction projects over KRW 50 billion since 2016, with plans to expand to all public projects. Foreign construction technology companies providing BIM software, digital twin platforms, or smart building management systems must comply with Korean BIM standards (ISO 19650 as adopted by MOLIT) and may need to obtain technology certification from the Korea Agency for Infrastructure Technology Advancement (KAIA).
4. Data Privacy in Smart Cities and PropTech
Smart cities generate enormous volumes of personal data — from mobility patterns and energy usage to facial recognition and health monitoring. This data is subject to Korea's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA / 개인정보보호법), one of Asia's strictest data protection regimes.
4.1 Key PIPA Obligations for Smart City Operators
- Consent requirement — collection of personal data requires explicit informed consent unless falling within enumerated exceptions
- Data minimization — collection limited to the minimum necessary for the stated purpose
- Cross-border transfer restrictions — personal data transferred to foreign servers requires either consent or standard contractual clauses approved by the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC)
- CCTV and surveillance regulations — installation of CCTV and IoT sensors in public spaces is regulated by PIPA and local ordinances; operators must post notices and obtain permits
4.2 Smart City Data Hub
The Korean government has established the National Smart City Data Hub (스마트시티 데이터허브), a centralized platform for sharing and utilizing smart city data. Foreign companies participating in smart city projects must understand their obligations regarding data contribution to and access from this platform, subject to PIPA compliance.
4.3 Mobility Data and Connected Vehicles
Mobility data generated by autonomous vehicles, ride-sharing, and smart parking systems is regulated by both PIPA and the Location Information Act (위치정보의 보호 및 이용 등에 관한 법률). Foreign smart mobility companies must obtain a location information business license (위치정보사업허가) from the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) before collecting and using location data in Korea.
5. Telecommunications and IoT Regulations
Smart city infrastructure relies heavily on telecommunications networks — 5G, LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, and Wi-Fi 6E. Foreign companies deploying telecommunications equipment or IoT infrastructure in Korea must comply with:
- Radio Waves Act (전파법) — all wireless devices must obtain radio frequency (RF) type approval from the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) or its designated testing agencies
- Telecommunications Business Act (전기통신사업법) — value-added telecommunications service providers operating in Korea must register with MSIT
- IoT Security Certification — MSIT mandates security certification for certain IoT devices deployed in critical infrastructure under the IoT Security Certification Scheme
6. Government Procurement: Accessing Smart City Contracts
The majority of large-scale smart city projects in Korea are government-funded and procured through the Public Procurement Service (PPS / 조달청) or directly by state-owned developers like LH and K-water. Foreign companies face specific challenges in accessing Korean government procurement:
6.1 Direct Procurement Eligibility
Foreign companies may directly participate in Korean government procurement if they are registered on the Korea ON-line E-Procurement System (KONEPS / 나라장터). However, qualification requirements often include local certification, financial standing requirements, and Korean-language documentation.
6.2 Joint Ventures and Consortia
Most foreign companies enter the Korean smart city market through joint ventures (합작투자) with Korean construction or technology companies. Korean joint venture partners provide local market knowledge, regulatory licensing, and existing government relationships. Foreign technology providers contribute proprietary technology and international expertise.
6.3 Foreign Direct Investment Incentives
Foreign companies investing in designated smart city zones or Free Economic Zones (FEZs) may qualify for significant tax incentives under the Foreign Investment Promotion Act (외국인투자 촉진법), including corporate tax reductions of 50–100% for 3–5 years and customs duty exemptions on technology imports.
7. Smart Building Regulations and ESG Compliance
Smart building technology — including AI-powered HVAC systems, smart meters, energy management platforms, and occupancy analytics — must comply with:
- Green Building Act (녹색건축물 조성 지원법) — energy efficiency certification requirements
- Building Act (건축법) — structural and safety compliance
- Korea Energy Agency (KEA) certification for energy management systems
Since 2022, major buildings in Korea are required to report their energy consumption data to the government, creating a large market for energy management platform companies. Foreign PropTech companies offering sustainability and ESG reporting tools should note that Korea's Building Energy Management System (BEMS) standards must be met.
8. Legal Entity and Market Entry Strategy
Foreign PropTech and smart city companies entering Korea should consider:
- Establish a Korean subsidiary — required for government procurement participation and as the entity holding Korean licenses
- Obtain relevant licenses — real estate brokerage (if applicable), location information business, telecommunications service registration
- Partner with Korean construction or real estate companies — provides access to government projects and established client relationships
- Register on KONEPS — prerequisite for government procurement participation
- PIPA compliance framework — implement data protection policies aligned with PIPA before collecting any Korean user data
📌 Official References
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can a foreign PropTech platform legally operate a real estate listing or transaction service in Korea?
Foreign PropTech platforms may operate real estate listing and information services in Korea, but facilitating actual property transactions requires compliance with the Real Estate Brokerage Act. Brokerage services must be conducted by licensed Korean real estate agents (공인중개사). Most foreign platforms either: (a) partner with Korean licensed brokerage firms, (b) acquire or establish a Korean entity to hold a brokerage license, or (c) limit their service to information/listing only without facilitating transactions.
Q2: What licenses are required for a foreign company to collect location data in Korea for smart mobility services?
Foreign smart mobility companies must obtain a Location Information Business License (위치정보사업허가) from the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) before collecting, storing, or processing location data of Korean users. This license requires: (1) a Korean legal entity; (2) data protection policies compliant with the Location Information Act; (3) technical safeguards for location data security; and (4) designated Privacy Officer (개인정보보호책임자).
Q3: How can foreign companies access Korean smart city government procurement contracts?
Foreign companies can access Korean government smart city contracts through: (1) direct registration on KONEPS (나라장터) and meeting qualification requirements; (2) joint venture with a Korean company that has existing government procurement qualifications; (3) investing in Korean Free Economic Zones where procurement preferences may apply; or (4) through bilateral government-to-government (G2G) technology transfer agreements.
Q4: Are there data localization requirements for smart city data in Korea?
Korea's PIPA does not impose blanket data localization requirements, but cross-border transfers of personal data require either: (a) explicit user consent; (b) standard contractual clauses reviewed by PIPC; or (c) adequacy decision (currently recognized: EU, UK, and some others). Smart city data including health, mobility, and biometric data has additional transfer restrictions. Data from critical infrastructure may face additional restrictions under national security regulations.
Q5: What are the tax incentives for foreign smart city companies investing in Korea?
Foreign investors in designated FEZs, Industrial Complexes, and Smart City Special Zones may qualify for: (1) corporate income tax reduction of 50% for 3 years and 25% for the next 2 years; (2) customs duty exemptions on imported capital equipment; (3) national and local government subsidies for R&D and workforce training; (4) reduced land use fees. Applications are processed through KOTRA's foreign investment division and the relevant local government authority.
Q6: How does Korea's Building Energy Management System (BEMS) regulation affect foreign smart building companies?
Korea mandates BEMS installation in new commercial buildings over 10,000 m² and in existing buildings undergoing major renovation. Foreign smart building companies providing BEMS must: (1) meet MOLIT's KS F 1500 standard for BEMS functionality; (2) obtain certification from the Korea Energy Agency (KEA); (3) ensure their systems are compatible with Korea's National Energy Grid (AMI) interfaces; and (4) support the mandatory energy reporting format required by KEA.
Q7: What intellectual property protections apply to smart city technology developed in Korea?
Smart city technology — including software, algorithms, hardware designs, and business methods — can be protected in Korea through: (1) patents filed with KIPO (Korean patent law recognizes software patents); (2) utility models (실용신안) for smaller innovations; (3) trade secrets under the Unfair Competition Prevention and Trade Secret Protection Act; and (4) copyrights (automatic upon creation, no registration required). Foreign companies should file Korean patent applications early, as Korea uses a first-to-file system.
| Key License/Requirement |
Authority |
Applicable Entity |
Timeline |
| Real Estate Brokerage License |
Local Government |
PropTech platforms facilitating transactions |
1–3 months |
| Location Information Business License |
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) |
Smart mobility, GPS tracking services |
2–4 months |
| Telecom Service Registration |
MSIT |
IoT/telecom service providers |
1–2 months |
| KONEPS Registration |
PPS (조달청) |
Government procurement participants |
2–4 weeks |
| BEMS Certification |
Korea Energy Agency (KEA) |
Smart building platform providers |
3–6 months |
| IoT Device RF Certification |
MSIT / RRA |
IoT hardware manufacturers |
1–3 months |
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📋 韩国法律洞察 | 房地产科技与智慧城市
作者：律师 NOH UJIN | HANBYOL LAW LLC，首尔
面向外资科技企业的韩国智慧城市与房地产科技法律框架
韩国是全球智慧城市技术最积极的采用者之一。从松岛国际商务区——全球首座专门规划建设的智慧城市——到正在推进的釜山生态三角洲智慧城市和世宗智慧城市项目，韩国已投入数十亿美元通过技术改造城市基础设施。对于外资PropTech（房地产科技）和智慧城市企业而言，这代表着重大市场机遇。
一、韩国智慧城市政策框架
韩国智慧城市发展由2017年颁布的《智慧城市法》主导，该法将智慧城市定义为利用信息通信技术（ICT）整合城市基础设施与服务的城市空间。主要监管机构包括国土交通部（MOLIT）、韩国土地住宅公社（LH）、韩国水资源公社（K-water）等。
二、主要智慧城市项目
- 世宗智慧城市：与Kakao Mobility和NAVER共同开发，聚焦自动驾驶、AI能源管理和数字孪生
- 釜山生态三角洲智慧城市：以智慧水管理、智能电网和数字医疗为核心，为外资水技术和物联网企业提供采购机遇
- 智慧城市国家示范区：MOLIT在全国设立多个示范区，各有专项技术主题和大额政府采购预算
三、韩国PropTech法律框架
房地产经纪法规定，房地产经纪服务须由持牌韩国经纪人（공인중개사）提供。外资PropTech平台若通过数字方式促成房产交易，须确保合规运营，通常需与持牌韩国经纪公司合作或设立韩国法人持有牌照。
房地产交易申报法要求所有房产交易须在30天内向地方政府申报，PropTech平台须满足交易申报义务和反洗钱（AML）合规要求。
四、智慧城市与PropTech中的数据隐私
智慧城市产生大量个人数据，受韩国《个人信息保护法》（PIPA）严格约束：
- 收集个人数据须获得明确同意
- 数据最小化原则
- 跨境数据传输须符合个人信息保护委员会（PIPC）规定
- 公共场所闭路电视和物联网传感器须取得许可并张贴告示
外资智慧出行企业须向韩国通信委员会（KCC）申请位置信息事业许可，方可收集和使用韩国用户位置数据。
五、政府采购：进入智慧城市合同
外资企业可通过以下方式参与韩国智慧城市政府采购：在KONEPS（나라장터）注册、与具备采购资质的韩国企业成立合资公司，或在自由经济区（FEZ）投资享受优惠政策。
六、外国投资激励政策
在指定智慧城市特区或自由经济区投资的外资企业，依据《外国人投资促进法》可享受：3至5年企业所得税减免50%至100%、进口技术设备关税豁免等优惠。
📌 官方参考资源
常见问题解答（FAQ）
Q1：外资PropTech平台可否在韩国合法运营房产挂牌或交易服务？
可以运营房产信息列表服务，但促成实际房产交易须遵守房地产经纪法。外资平台通常选择：（a）与持牌韩国经纪公司合作；（b）设立持有经纪牌照的韩国法人；或（c）仅提供信息展示而不促成交易。
Q2：外资企业在韩国收集位置数据提供智慧出行服务需要哪些许可？
外资智慧出行企业须向韩国通信委员会（KCC）申请位置信息事业许可，要求：（1）韩国法人；（2）符合《位置信息法》的数据保护政策；（3）位置数据安全技术保障；（4）指定个人信息保护责任人（개인정보보호책임자）。
Q3：外资企业如何获得韩国智慧城市政府采购合同？
主要途径：（1）在KONEPS注册并满足资质要求；（2）与具备政府采购资质的韩国企业成立合资公司；（3）在自由经济区投资享受采购优惠；（4）通过政府间（G2G）技术转让协议。
Q4：韩国智慧城市数据是否有本地化存储要求？
韩国PIPA不要求绝对数据本地化，但个人数据跨境传输须满足：（a）用户明确同意；（b）经PIPC审核的标准合同条款；或（c）获得充分性认定。健康、出行、生物特征数据有额外传输限制。
Q5：外资智慧城市企业在韩国投资有哪些税收优惠？
在指定自由经济区、产业园区和智慧城市特区投资的外资企业可享受：3年企业所得税减半及后续2年减25%；进口资本设备关税豁免；研发和员工培训政府补贴；土地使用费减免。申请通过KOTRA外国投资部门和相关地方政府办理。
Q6：韩国楼宇能源管理系统（BEMS）法规如何影响外资智慧楼宇企业？
韩国规定新建1万平方米以上商业建筑及大型改造工程须安装BEMS。外资智慧楼宇企业提供BEMS须满足：MOLIT的KS F 1500标准、韩国能源机构（KEA）认证、与国家能源网接口兼容，以及支持KEA要求的能源报告格式。
Q7：在韩国开发的智慧城市技术受何种知识产权保护？
智慧城市技术可通过KIPO申请专利（韩国认可软件专利）、实用新型、商业秘密（依据《不正当竞争防止及营业秘密保护法》）和版权进行保护。韩国采用先申请制，外资企业应尽早提交韩国专利申请。
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外資テクノロジー企業のための韓国スマートシティ・PropTech法的フレームワーク
韓国はスマートシティ技術の世界最先端の採用国の一つです。世界初の計画型スマートシティである松島国際ビジネス地区をはじめ、釜山エコデルタスマートシティ、世宗スマートシティなどの大型プロジェクトが進行中です。外資PropTech・スマートシティ企業にとって大きなビジネス機会となっています。
1. 韓国スマートシティの法的基盤
2017年制定の「スマート都市法（스마트도시법）」がスマートシティ開発の基本法です。主要監督機関として国土交通部（MOLIT）、韓国土地住宅公社（LH）、K-waterなどが挙げられます。
2. 主要スマートシティプロジェクト
- 世宗スマートシティ：Kakao MobilityおよびNAVERと共同開発。自動運転、AIエネルギー管理、デジタルツインに特化
- 釜山エコデルタスマートシティ：水管理、スマートグリッド、デジタルヘルスケアが中心。K-waterが管理
- スマートシティ国家パイロット地区：MOLIT指定、テーマ別の大型公共調達予算あり
3. PropTechの法的フレームワーク
宅地建物取引業法（공인중개사법）により、不動産仲介サービスは公認の韓国不動産仲介士（공인중개사）のみが提供できます。外資PropTechプラットフォームは、デジタル手段による取引仲介にも同法が適用されるため、韓国の公認仲介業者との提携またはライセンス取得が必要です。
4. スマートシティとPropTechにおけるデータプライバシー
スマートシティが生成する大量の個人データは韓国の個人情報保護法（PIPA）の規制対象です。主な義務：明示的同意の取得、データの最小化、越境データ移転はPIPC規定に準拠、公共空間のCCTV・IoTセンサーは許可申請と掲示が必要。スマートモビリティ企業は位置情報事業許可（위치정보사업허가）が必要です。
5. 政府調達：スマートシティ契約へのアクセス
KONEPS（나라장터）への登録、韓国企業との合弁会社設立、自由経済区（FEZ）への投資が主な参入経路です。外国人投資促進法に基づき、指定スマートシティ特区やFEZへの投資には法人税3〜5年間50〜100%減免、輸入設備関税免除などの優遇措置があります。
📌 公式参考リンク
よくある質問（FAQ）
Q1：外資PropTechプラットフォームは韓国で不動産リスティング・取引サービスを合法的に運営できますか？
不動産情報リスティングは運営可能ですが、実際の取引仲介は宅地建物取引業法の対象となります。多くの外資プラットフォームは：（a）韓国の公認仲介業者と提携；（b）仲介ライセンスを保有する韓国法人を設立；または（c）取引仲介なしの情報提供のみに限定するいずれかの方法を採用しています。
Q2：スマートモビリティサービスで韓国ユーザーの位置データを収集するには？
韓国通信委員会（KCC）から位置情報事業許可を取得する必要があります。要件：（1）韓国法人；（2）位置情報法準拠のデータ保護ポリシー；（3）位置データセキュリティの技術的保護措置；（4）個人情報保護責任者（개인정보보호책임자）の指定。
Q3：外資企業が韓国のスマートシティ政府調達契約を獲得するには？
主な方法：（1）KONEPS（나라장터）登録と資格要件の充足；（2）政府調達資格を有する韓国企業との合弁会社設立；（3）FEZへの投資；（4）政府間（G2G）技術移転協定を通じた参入。
Q4：韓国のスマートシティデータにデータローカライゼーション要件はありますか？
PIPAに一般的なデータローカライゼーション要件はありませんが、個人データの越境移転には：（a）ユーザーの明示的同意；（b）PIPC審査済みの標準契約条項；または（c）十分性認定が必要です。健康・モビリティ・生体データには追加制限があります。
Q5：韓国に投資する外資スマートシティ企業の税制優遇は？
指定FEZ・産業団地・スマートシティ特区への外資投資：法人税3年50%減免＋さらに2年25%減免；資本設備輸入関税免除；R&D・人材育成への補助金；土地使用料の軽減。申請はKOTRA外国投資部門と関係地方自治体を通じて行います。
Q6：韓国のBEMS規制は外資スマートビル企業にどう影響しますか？
1万㎡超の新規商業ビルおよび大規模改修工事にBEMS設置が義務化されています。外資スマートビル企業はMOLITのKS F 1500規格、韓国エネルギー機構（KEA）認証、国家エネルギーグリッド（AMI）インターフェース互換性を満たす必要があります。
Q7：韓国で開発したスマートシティ技術にはどんな知的財産保護がありますか？
特許（ソフトウェア特許も認められる）、実用新案、営業秘密（不正競争防止法）、著作権（登録不要・創作時点で自動発生）により保護できます。韓国は先願主義のため、外資企業はKIPOへの早期特許出願が重要です。
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Por la Abogada NOH UJIN | HANBYOL LAW LLC, Seúl
Marco Legal de Ciudades Inteligentes y PropTech en Corea para Empresas Tecnológicas Extranjeras
Corea del Sur es uno de los adoptantes más activos de tecnología de ciudades inteligentes en el mundo. Desde el Distrito de Negocios Internacionales de Songdo — la primera ciudad inteligente construida con ese propósito — hasta proyectos en curso en Busan Eco-Delta y Sejong Smart City, Corea ha invertido miles de millones en transformar su infraestructura urbana mediante tecnología.
1. Visión de Smart City en Corea
La Ley de Ciudades Inteligentes (스마트도시법) de 2017 regula el desarrollo de smart cities en Corea. Los principales organismos incluyen el Ministerio de Territorio, Infraestructura y Transporte (MOLIT), la Corporación de Tierras y Vivienda de Corea (LH) y K-water.
2. Principales Proyectos de Smart City
- Sejong Smart City: Codesarrollado con Kakao Mobility y NAVER, centrado en vehículos autónomos, IA energética y gemelo digital
- Busan Eco-Delta Smart City: Gestión de agua inteligente, red eléctrica inteligente y salud digital gestionado por K-water
- Distritos Piloto Nacionales de Ciudades Inteligentes: Designados por MOLIT con presupuestos de contratación pública significativos
3. Marco Legal PropTech en Corea
La Ley de Intermediación Inmobiliaria restringe los servicios de corretaje a agentes inmobiliarios coreanos autorizados. Las plataformas PropTech extranjeras que faciliten transacciones inmobiliarias deben asociarse con agentes coreanos autorizados o establecer una entidad coreana que obtenga la licencia correspondiente.
4. Privacidad de Datos en Smart Cities y PropTech
Los datos generados en ciudades inteligentes están sujetos a la Ley de Protección de Información Personal (PIPA). Las obligaciones incluyen: consentimiento explícito para la recolección de datos, minimización de datos, restricciones a la transferencia transfronteriza, y permisos para CCTV e IoT en espacios públicos. Las empresas de movilidad inteligente necesitan una licencia de negocio de información de ubicación de la KCC.
5. Contratación Pública: Acceso a Contratos Smart City
Las empresas extranjeras pueden acceder a la contratación pública de ciudades inteligentes en Corea mediante: registro en KONEPS, empresa conjunta (joint venture) con una empresa coreana, inversión en Zonas Económicas Libres, o acuerdos de transferencia tecnológica gobierno a gobierno (G2G).
6. Incentivos a la Inversión Extranjera
Bajo la Ley de Promoción de Inversión Extranjera, las empresas que inviertan en zonas especiales de ciudades inteligentes o FEZ pueden obtener: reducción del impuesto de sociedades del 50% durante 3 años y del 25% los 2 años siguientes; exención de aranceles aduaneros sobre equipos de capital importados; subvenciones para I+D y formación.
📌 Referencias Oficiales
Preguntas Frecuentes (FAQ)
P1: ¿Puede una plataforma PropTech extranjera operar un servicio de listado o transacción inmobiliaria en Corea?
Las plataformas extranjeras pueden operar servicios de información inmobiliaria, pero facilitar transacciones reales requiere cumplir con la Ley de Intermediación Inmobiliaria. Las opciones habituales son: asociarse con agentes coreanos autorizados, establecer una entidad coreana con licencia de corretaje, o limitar el servicio a información sin intermediación.
P2: ¿Qué licencias necesita una empresa extranjera para recopilar datos de ubicación en Corea?
Se requiere una Licencia de Negocio de Información de Ubicación de la KCC. Los requisitos incluyen: entidad legal coreana, políticas de protección de datos conformes con la Ley de Información de Ubicación, medidas de seguridad técnicas, y designación de Responsable de Protección de Información Personal.
P3: ¿Cómo pueden las empresas extranjeras acceder a contratos de ciudades inteligentes del gobierno coreano?
A través de: registro en KONEPS con cumplimiento de requisitos de calificación; joint venture con empresa coreana con cualificaciones de contratación pública; inversión en Zonas Económicas Libres; o acuerdos de transferencia tecnológica G2G.
P4: ¿Existen requisitos de localización de datos para ciudades inteligentes en Corea?
La PIPA no impone localización de datos de forma general, pero las transferencias transfronterizas de datos personales requieren: consentimiento explícito del usuario, cláusulas contractuales estándar revisadas por PIPC, o decisión de adecuación. Los datos sanitarios, de movilidad y biométricos tienen restricciones adicionales.
P5: ¿Cuáles son los incentivos fiscales para empresas smart city que invierten en Corea?
En zonas designadas FEZ, polígonos industriales y zonas especiales de ciudades inteligentes: reducción del impuesto de sociedades del 50% durante 3 años y 25% los 2 siguientes; exención arancelaria sobre equipos de capital importados; subvenciones para I+D y formación; reducción de tasas de uso de suelo. Solicitudes tramitadas mediante KOTRA y el gobierno local correspondiente.
P6: ¿Cómo afecta la regulación BEMS coreana a las empresas de edificios inteligentes extranjeras?
Korea exige BEMS en nuevos edificios comerciales de más de 10.000 m² y en grandes reformas. Las empresas extranjeras que proveen BEMS deben cumplir el estándar KS F 1500 del MOLIT, obtener certificación KEA, asegurar compatibilidad con la red energética nacional, y soportar el formato de reporte energético obligatorio.
P7: ¿Qué protecciones de propiedad intelectual aplican a la tecnología de ciudades inteligentes desarrollada en Corea?
La tecnología puede protegerse mediante: patentes en KIPO (se reconocen patentes de software), modelos de utilidad, secretos comerciales bajo la Ley de Prevención de Competencia Desleal, y derechos de autor (automáticos al crear, sin registro). Corea aplica el sistema de primera solicitud, por lo que se recomienda presentar solicitudes de patente ante KIPO lo antes posible.
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