# South Korean National Pension reform > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-national-pension-reform > Updated: 2026-09-07T01:33:50.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. South Korean authorities investigated allegations that foreign nationals were exploiting the National Pension Service by using lump-sum additional payments to secure lifelong pensions. The investigation found that only three individuals met the criteria for such exploitation, with only one currently receiving an old-age pension. In response, the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the National Pension Service implemented stricter screening measures. As of late August, additional payments for foreigners are only recognized for months involving at least 15 days of residency in South Korea, and proof of immigration status is now required. Additionally, the government plans to introduce a reciprocity principle, limiting additional payments to citizens of countries that grant similar rights to South Koreans, while considering broader reforms to the additional payment system for all citizens. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: South Korea addresses foreign worker safety and record dormant insurance South Korea is addressing foreign worker welfare through enhanced industrial safety training in Incheon and calls to recover record-high dormant insurance payments exceeding 32 billion won. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korea-addresses-foreign-worker-safety-and-record-dormant-insurance ### 2026-09-04: South Korea investigates National Pension additional payment exploitation claims A South Korean government investigation found only three cases of foreigners using minimal contributions and maximum additional payments to secure pensions, with all subjects being long-term residents. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korea-investigates-national-pension-additional-payment-exploitation-claims --- Cite as: South Korean National Pension reform. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-national-pension-reform