Koreanische Visaleitfäden
Anleitungen für jede Phase Ihrer Korea-Visa-Reise
Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen auf Basis offizieller Dokumentation des koreanischen Einwanderungsdienstes. Von der ersten Bewerbung bis zur Daueraufenthalt.
Applying
Vollständiger Leitfaden zur Beantragung des E-7-Visums in Korea
E-7-Visum (Spezifische Tätigkeiten) — Zielgruppe, erforderliche Dokumente, Arbeitgebersponsoring und Bearbeitungszeiten.
Vollständiger Leitfaden zum E-2-Englischlehrervisum in Korea
E-2-Visum (Fremdsprachenlehrer) — Voraussetzungen, erforderliche Dokumente (Führungszeugnis, Gesundheitserklärung), CVI-Verfahren, öffentliche Schulen vs. Hagwons.
Korea-Arbeitsvisum für IT-Fachkräfte und Softwareingenieure
Vollständiger Visumsratgeber für IT-Fachkräfte, Softwareingenieure, Datenwissenschaftler und technische Führungskräfte. E-7, E-3, D-8-4, D-10, F-2-7 Wege.
Korea-Arbeitsvisum für Gesundheitsfachkräfte
Visumsratgeber für Gesundheitsfachkräfte (Krankenpfleger, Ärzte, Apotheker, Physiotherapeuten, Pflegekräfte) — E-5, E-7, E-3 und Pflegekraft-Wege.
E-7-Visum Gehaltsanforderungen in Korea — vollständiger Leitfaden
Gehaltsanforderungen für E-7-Visum-Inhaber in Korea — BNE-Schwellenwerte, KMU-Ausnahmen, Berechnung und häufige Fehler.
E-9 EPS Returning Worker Program — How to Re-enter Korea After a Clean Departure
EPS workers who completed their Korean contract cleanly and departed can fast-track re-entry to Korea. Learn the E-9 returning worker incentive program, eligibility, how to apply, and the priority selection process.
E-8 Seasonal Employment Visa Korea — Who Can Apply, the Five Routes & What to Expect
Korea's E-8 seasonal work visa (up to 8 months): the five local-government routes — MOU, marriage-migrant relatives, G-1-19 re-entry, D-2 parents, support staff.
E-6 Arts & Entertainment Visa Korea — Performers, Athletes, and Entertainers
Complete guide to Korea's E-6 visa for performers, athletes, and entertainers. Covers E-6-1 (arts/entertainment/broadcast), E-6-2 (hotel & entertainment-venue performance), and E-6-3 (sports) subtypes, required documents, promoter contracts, stay limits, and long-term residency options.
E-7-3 General Skilled Worker Visa Korea — 2025-26 Occupation List and Requirements
Complete 2025-26 guide to Korea's E-7-3 (general skilled worker) visa occupation categories. Covers all eligible occupations including 2025-26 additions: roots industry workers, shipyard welders, slaughter workers, aquaculture technicians, and more.
How Korean Employers Sponsor an E-7 Visa — HR Guide to Hiring Foreign Nationals
Step-by-step guide for Korean companies sponsoring foreign hires on E-7 visas. Covers eligibility requirements, 고용추천서 Ministry pre-approval, GOLD CARD system, required documents, filing process, and timelines.
E-1 Professor Visa Korea — University Faculty Eligibility, Salary Requirements & Renewal
Complete guide to Korea's E-1 professor visa for foreign faculty at Korean universities and colleges. Covers eligibility, academic degree requirements, salary thresholds, required documents, stay duration, and how E-1 differs from E-2 and E-3.
E-3 Research Visa Korea — Researchers at KAIST, KIST, ETRI & National Labs
Guide to Korea's E-3 visa for foreign researchers at universities, national research institutes (KAIST, KIST, ETRI, KERI), and private R&D labs. Covers eligibility, degree requirements, sponsoring institutions, and pathways to long-term residency.
E-4 Technology Transfer Visa Korea — Foreign Technical Experts & Industrial Know-How
Guide to Korea's E-4 visa for foreign technical experts providing technology transfer or industrial know-how to Korean companies. Covers eligibility, what counts as technology transfer, required documents, and how E-4 differs from E-3 and E-7.
E-5 Professional Services Visa Korea — Foreign-Licensed Lawyers, Doctors & CPAs
Guide to Korea's E-5 visa for foreign-licensed professionals: lawyers, doctors, dentists, pharmacists, CPAs, and other licensed professionals. Covers license recognition, sponsoring organizations, work scope limitations, and required documents.
E-6 Visa Subtypes Korea — E-6-1 Arts & Entertainment, E-6-2 Hotel & Entertainment Venues, E-6-3 Sports
Korea's E-6 visa has three subtypes with very different rules: E-6-1 (arts and entertainment), E-6-2 (performers at hotels and entertainment venues), and E-6-3 (sports). Learn who qualifies for each, venue restrictions, and the special protections for E-6-2 holders.
E-10 Seafarers Visa Korea — Foreign Crew on Korean-Flagged Vessels
Guide to Korea's E-10 visa for foreign seafarers serving on Korean-flagged vessels. Covers eligible vessel types, STCW certification, required documents, and how E-10 works with vessel entry and departure.
D-10-T Top Talent Visa Korea — What It Is and How to Qualify
Complete guide to Korea's D-10-T Top Talent visa track, added April 2025. Eligibility criteria, how D-10-T differs from standard D-10, application steps, and path to E-7.
E-7 Occupation Classification in Korea: All 4 Tiers, 94 Jobs Explained
Complete guide to Korea's E-7 visa occupation code system — E-7-1 professional, E-7-2 quasi-professional, E-7-3 general skilled, E-7-4 points-based skilled occupations, salary thresholds by company size, and how to find your occupation code.
What If My Job Offer Does Not Match An E-7 Occupation Code?
An E-7 application can fail if the job does not fit the approved occupation code. This guide explains how code mismatches happen and what to do before filing.
How to Get a D-2 Student Visa for Korea
Complete guide to the Korean D-2 student visa — who qualifies, required documents, the application process, and what to do after arriving in Korea.
How to Get a D-10 Job Seeker Visa After Graduating in Korea
Everything you need to know about the D-10 job seeker visa — who qualifies, how the points system works, what you can do while job searching, and how to transition to an E-7.
Korea D-4-1 Language Study Visa 2026: How to Apply (어학연수)
How to get a D-4-1 Korean language study visa: eligible 어학당 university institutes, financial proof, attendance rules, part-time work, and the 2025 D-4-6 tightening.
D-10 Job Seeker Visa Subtypes in Korea — D-10-1, D-10-2, D-10-3, and D-10-T Explained
Korea's D-10 job seeker visa has four subtypes: D-10-1 (general), D-10-2 (startup prep), D-10-3 (advanced tech intern), and D-10-T (top talent). Learn eligibility, stay duration, and how each subtype works.
D-1 Culture, Arts & Academic Exchange Visa Korea — Eligibility, Documents & Duration
Korea's D-1 visa is for foreign nationals conducting culture, arts, or academic exchange activities under institutional sponsorship. Learn who qualifies, required documents, stay duration, and how D-1 differs from D-2 (student) and E-1 (professor).
D-3 Industrial Trainee Visa Korea — Technical Training, Eligibility & Sponsorship Rules
Korea's D-3 visa is for foreign nationals undergoing industrial technical training at Korean companies under government-approved programs. Learn which companies can sponsor D-3, duration limits, work restrictions, and how D-3 differs from E-9.
D-5 Journalism Visa Korea — Foreign Correspondents, Press Cards & Residence Requirements
Guide to Korea's D-5 journalism visa for foreign correspondents and news reporters stationed long-term in Korea. Covers eligibility, press card requirements, accreditation through MOFA, stay duration, and how D-5 differs from a short-term news-gathering trip.
D-6 Religious Worker Visa Korea — Missionary, Clergy & Religious Organization Requirements
Guide to Korea's D-6 visa for foreign religious workers: missionaries, pastors, priests, monks, and other clergy. Covers recognized religious organizations, stay duration, sponsorship requirements, and important compliance rules.
How to Get a D-7 Intracompany Transfer Visa for Korea
Step-by-step guide to the D-7 intracompany transfer visa — who qualifies, required documents, the role of your overseas company, and how long the process takes.
D-8 Startup & Investment Visa Guide: OASIS and Corporate Investment
Step-by-step guide to the D-8 Corporate Investment visa and the D-8-4 OASIS startup track — eligibility, the points scoring system, and how to establish a business in Korea as a foreigner.
D-9 Trade Management Visa Korea — Traders, Sole Proprietors & Dispatched Technicians
Korea's D-9 visa is for foreign nationals who trade, run their own business as sole proprietors, or install and supervise industrial equipment and shipbuilding projects in Korea. Learn eligibility, required documents, and how D-9 differs from D-7 (intracompany transfer) and D-8 (investment).
D-4-2K K-Trainee Visa Korea — Corporate Internship for Overseas Subsidiary Employees (2025)
Guide to Korea's D-4-2K K-Trainee visa established October 2025: for employees of Korean companies' overseas subsidiaries in 9 countries to intern at the Korean headquarters. Covers eligibility, quota countries, application process, and how D-4-2K differs from D-3.
D-10-3 Advanced Technology Intern Visa Korea — Eligibility, THE Top-200 / QS Top-500 Universities & Pathway to E-7
Guide to Korea's D-10-3 advanced technology intern subtype (created August 2022): for students and recent graduates of top-ranked overseas universities interning at qualifying Korean companies and research institutes. Covers eligibility, internship requirements, and the expedited E-7 conversion pathway.
Korea's D-4-3 Student Visa for Minors (Elementary, Middle, High School)
Complete guide to the D-4-3 visa for foreign children attending Korean K-12 schools — eligible schools, self-funded requirements, guardian rules, stay period, and how to apply.
Korea's D-4-6 Vocational Training Visa: Private & Specialized Institutions
Complete guide to the D-4-6 visa for foreign nationals attending vocational or specialized private educational institutions in Korea — eligibility, institution requirements, stay period, and the D-4-6 → E-7 career pathway.
F-6-Ehevisum in Korea beantragen
Vollständiger Leitfaden zum F-6-Ehevisum — Voraussetzungen, Einkommensanforderungen des koreanischen Ehepartners, Dokumente, Ehevorbereitungsprogramm und Weg zu F-5.
Koreas Visum für digitale Nomaden (F-1-D) erhalten
Leitfaden zum F-1-D-Visum für digitale Nomaden — Einkommensanforderungen, Versicherung, Antragsverfahren und Familienmitnahme.
F-4-Visum für Auslandskoreaner erhalten
Leitfaden zum F-4-Visum — Voraussetzungen, Abstammungsnachweis, Arbeitsrechte und Arbeitseinschränkungen.
F-3-Visum für Familienbegleitung (Begleitperson) erhalten
Leitfaden zum F-3-Begleitvisum für Ehepartner und minderjährige Kinder von F-4- und H-2-Visuminhabern.
F-6 Marriage Visa Korea — Income Requirements, Language Proof, KIIP & Path to F-5
Complete guide to Korea's F-6 marriage migrant visa: income thresholds by household size, 3 income exemption conditions, language requirement options (TOPIK/KIIP/세종학당), housing requirement, KIIP program, and how to convert to F-5 permanent residency.
F-4 Overseas Korean Visa — Who Qualifies, Required Documents & Chinese Korean Rules
Korea's F-4 visa is for ethnic Koreans with foreign nationality (재외동포). Learn who qualifies including 고려인 (Koryo-saram), how to prove Korean ancestry, special rules for Chinese Korean applicants, and the path to F-5 PR.
Getting Married in Korea as a Foreigner — Registering Your Marriage & What It Means for Your Visa
How to register a foreign-Korean marriage in Korea (혼인신고): required documents for each nationality, apostille rules, ward office process, and how marriage registration connects to the F-6 marriage migrant visa.
F-1 Visa Korea — Family Visit Status, Subtypes & Who Can Sponsor You
Guide to Korea's F-1 (family visit) visa for foreign nationals visiting or accompanying family members in Korea. Covers F-1 subtypes, sponsoring family requirements, stay duration, work restrictions, and the F-1-D digital nomad visa.
Korea Retirement Visa 2026: F-2 Investment & Long-Stay Options
Korea closed its retirement investment immigration track (age 55+, ₩300M) on 29 June 2023. What remains for retirees: F-2 public interest investment immigration (₩1.5B/₩3B), the path to F-5, and alternative long-stay visas.
D-10-1 Job Seeker Visa Score Calculator: Full 2026 Points Table
Complete 2026 D-10-1 job seeker visa scoring guide for Korea — 190-point table broken down: age, education, work experience, Korean study in Korea, Korean language, bonus points, and deductions. Calculate your score before applying.
Korea Working Holiday Visa 2026: H-1 Countries, Age & How to Apply
H-1 Working Holiday visa for 25+ countries. Age limit 18-30 (35 for some). Quotas, application steps, allowed work types, and 2-year stays for Canada/UK.
K-ETA 2026: How to Apply, Processing Time & Rejection Fixes
K-ETA results usually come within 72 hours. Step-by-step guide: who needs it, online application, photo requirements, common rejection reasons, and how to reapply.
How to Get an H-2 Working Visit Visa (방문취업)
Complete guide to the H-2 Working Visit visa for ethnic Koreans from China and CIS countries — eligibility, documents, quota system, and how to find work in Korea.
C-3-3 Medical Tourism Visa Korea — Patient & Companion Rules, Premium Facilities & 2025 Updates
Complete guide to Korea's C-3-3 medical tourism visa: who qualifies, premium facility requirements, companion eligibility, financial proof, and the December 2025 family member scope expansion.
Seasonal Worker Visa Korea 2026 — E-8 (formerly C-4): Agriculture, Fisheries & Standard Contract Rules
2026 guide to Korea's E-8 seasonal worker visa (up to 8 months): standard contract, safety checklist, workplace changes. C-4-1~4 not issued since 2025.
Korea C-3 Short-Stay Visa Subtypes — C-3-1 to C-3-10 Explained
Complete guide to Korea's C-3 short-stay visa subtypes: C-3-1 catch-all, C-3-2 group tourism, C-3-4 general business, C-3-5 agreement-based business, C-3-6 preferred-company business, C-3-8 overseas Korean visit, C-3-9 general tourism, and C-3-3 medical. Who needs which subtype and how to apply.
Who Can Enter Korea Without a Visa? B-1 & B-2 Complete Guide
Full guide to visa-free entry to South Korea — B-1 visa waiver treaty nationals, B-2 unilateral visa-free countries, stay limits, what you can and cannot do, K-ETA requirements, and what to do if you want to stay longer.
Korea Short-Stay Visa Rules by Nationality: China, Southeast Asia, India & Mongolia
How Korea's C-3 short-stay visa rules differ by nationality — China multiple-entry criteria, Southeast Asian 5-year visa eligibility, Korea-India agreement, Mongolia simplified procedures, and the APEC Business Card.
Was tun nach einer koreanischen Visumsablehnung?
Leitfaden nach Visumsablehnung — häufige Gründe, Einspruchsmöglichkeiten, Neuantragstrategie und wann einen 행정사 konsultieren.
Dokumente für koreanische Visa apostillieren lassen
Leitfaden zur Apostille für koreanische Visumsanträge — was eine Apostille ist, welche Dokumente sie brauchen und länderspezifische Verfahren.
How Korea Visa Issuance Works — CVI, Embassy Application & Electronic Visa (e-Visa) Explained
Most Korean work and student visas require a Confirmation of Visa Issuance (사증발급인정서 / CVI) from HiKorea. Learn how CVI works, the timeline from CVI to embassy visa, the e-visa option, and in-country status change vs overseas application.
Criminal Background Check for Korean Visa — Apostille, FBI Check, Country-by-Country Guide
Which Korean visas require a criminal background check? How to get a police clearance certificate in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Philippines, and other countries — and how to apostille it for Korea.
Tuberculosis (TB) Certificate Requirements for Korea Visa — 35 High-Risk Countries & When It Applies
Complete guide to Korea's tuberculosis certificate requirement: which 35 countries trigger TB testing, when a certificate is required (visa application, ARC registration, status change), exemptions, validity period, and how to get the test.
Korea Immigration Fees 2026 — Complete Fee Schedule for Visas, ARC, Status Changes & More
Complete 2026 Korea immigration fee schedule: status change (100,000 KRW), workplace change (120,000 KRW), ARC card (35,000 KRW), F-5 permanent residency (200,000 KRW), re-entry permits, F-6 marriage visa fees, and all other immigration service fees.
Korea Visa Photo Requirements — Size, Background & Rules
Korean visa and ARC applications require a 3.5cm × 4.5cm photo on a white or off-white background, taken within 6 months. Learn the spec, what to avoid, and where digital vs printed copies are required.
Korea's Regional Visa Pilot Program (광역형 비자 시범사업) Explained
What is Korea's 광역형 비자 (broad regional visa) pilot? Learn how this 2025 KIS initiative links select university programs to visa benefits, which schools participate, and how students and graduates can benefit.
G-1 Humanitarian Visa Korea — Asylum, Medical Stay, Domestic Violence & All Subtypes
Complete guide to Korea's G-1 (기타) humanitarian visa — all major subtypes including refugee applicants (G-1-5), industrial accident (G-1-1), sexual/serious-crime victims (G-1-11), pregnancy/childbirth (G-1-9), and wage-dispute claimants (G-1-4). Who gets G-1 and how.
Top-Tier Visa Korea — Advanced Industry & Science/Tech Fast Track (탑티어 비자) 2026
Complete guide to Korea's restructured Top-Tier visa (effective June 25, 2026): the MOTIE-recommended advanced-industry track and the new MSIT-recommended science/academia track for professors and researchers, F-2-T/F-5-T/E-7-T/D-10-T status codes, income and career requirements, and family sponsorship.
Korea Metropolitan Visa Pilot Program (광역형 비자) — Incheon, Gwangju & Gangwon
Guide to Korea's 광역형 (metropolitan) visa pilot program: Incheon global campus universities (SUNY Korea, George Mason, Ghent, Utah), Gwangju automotive programs, Gangwon semiconductor/bio/mobility programs. Quota allocations, relaxed proof of funds, and expanded part-time work or internship rights.
Korea Domestic Growth-Based Foreign Youth Employment & Residency Program (국내 성장기반)
Guide to Korea's 2025 domestic growth-based foreign youth program: for foreign nationals who grew up in Korea and want to work and settle. Covers eligibility (ages 18–24, raised in Korea), qualifying education criteria, special work permission, and settlement pathway.
Korea's A-1, A-2, and A-3 Diplomatic & Official Visas Explained
Complete guide to Korea's A-1 (Diplomatic), A-2 (Official), and A-3 (Agreement) visa categories — who qualifies, accompanying family rules, Fulbright and Green Climate Fund exceptions, and how international organization staff are handled.
Korea's C-1 Visa for Foreign Journalists and Press (Temporary Reporting)
Guide to Korea's C-1 (일시취재) temporary reporting visa for foreign journalists — who qualifies, stay period, special countries requiring CVI, how it differs from the D-5 long-term press visa, and what freelance journalists should know.
Korea Medical Tourism: How the Accredited Facilitator System Works
How Korea's medical tourism facilitator (유치기관) accreditation system works — what 'outstanding facilitator' designation means for patients, how patients benefit from using accredited agencies, and the C-3-3 visa process for patients and companions.
Switching Visa Types
How to Transition from D-2 Student Visa to E-7 Work Visa in Korea
Complete guide to switching from a D-2 university student visa to an E-7 skilled worker visa after graduation — eligibility, timeline, documents, and common pitfalls.
D-3 to E-7: Can Industrial Trainees Get a Work Visa in Korea?
What Korea's residency manual says about moving from a D-3 industrial trainee visa to an E-7 work visa — in-country status change is restricted, which provision is often confused with it, and the routes that remain.
What If I Transfer Universities on a D-2 Visa in Korea?
Guide to transferring universities while on a D-2 student visa in Korea. Learn when immigration approval is required, what documents to prepare, and what happens if you move schools without reporting it.
What If I Drop Out of School on a D-2 Visa in Korea?
Guide to what happens if you withdraw or drop out while on a D-2 student visa in Korea. Learn how quickly the visa basis disappears, what options remain, and when you need to leave Korea.
How to Stay in Korea After Graduation on a D-2 Visa
Guide to staying in Korea after graduation from a D-2 student visa. Learn when to switch to D-10, when direct E-7 is possible, and how to avoid a gap after graduation.
What If My Language School Closes on a D-4 Visa in Korea?
Guide to what happens if your Korean language school or academy closes while you are on a D-4 visa. Learn your reporting duties, transfer options, and when you may need to leave Korea.
Visumstypen in Korea wechseln — vollständiger Leitfaden
Anleitung zum Visumstatusswechsel in Korea — welche Wechsel möglich sind, erforderliche Dokumente und Verfahren.
Regeln für den Visumstatuswechsel in Korea
Umfassende Regeln für den Statuswechsel — welche Wechsel erlaubt sind, Fristen, Dokumente und häufige Fallstricke.
Renewing
Vollständiger Leitfaden zur Verlängerung des E-7-Visums in Korea
Vollständiger Leitfaden zur Verlängerung des E-7-Visums (Spezifische Tätigkeiten) — erforderliche Dokumente, Bearbeitungsdauer, Arbeitgeberanforderungen und Verlängerungsgrenzen.
E-2-Visum: Arbeitgeberwechsel und Vertragsende
Leitfaden für E-2-Englischlehrervisum-Inhaber — Schulwechsel, vorzeitige Vertragsbeendigung, Visumsstatusänderungen und legaler Aufenthalt in Korea.
What If I Take a Leave of Absence on a D-2 Visa in Korea?
Guide to taking a leave of absence while on a D-2 student visa in Korea. Learn how long you can remain in Korea, what must be reported, and when a long leave can create visa problems.
Visum in Korea verlängern — vollständiger Leitfaden
Anleitung zur Visumsverlängerung — Fristen, Dokumente, Online-Antrag über HiKorea und häufige Fehler.
What If My Korean Visa Expires While My Extension Is Still Pending?
Your Korean visa expires before your extension is approved? This guide explains when you remain lawful, what receipt to carry, what not to do, and when to get help immediately.
What If I Travel Abroad While My Korean Visa Extension Is Under Review?
Leaving Korea while your visa extension is pending can be risky. This guide explains why departure can invalidate the filing and what to check before any travel.
Upgrading to Long-Term Residency
Wechsel von E-9 zum E-7-4-Facharbeiterstatus
Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitung für den Wechsel von E-9 (nicht-fachspezifische Beschäftigung) zu E-7-4 (K-Point qualifizierter Facharbeiter) — 300-Punkte-Bewertungssystem, Arbeitgeberempfehlung, HiKorea-Antrag und 2026er Kontingent (33.000).
Daueraufenthaltsgenehmigung (F-5-Visum) in Korea erhalten
Vollständiger Leitfaden zur F-5-Daueraufenthaltsgenehmigung — Qualifikationswege, punktebasiertes F-2-Verfahren, Dokumente, Einkommensanforderungen und Praxistipps.
Das koreanische F-2-Visum im Punktesystem verstehen
Leitfaden zum punktebasierten F-2-Visum (K-Points) — Bewertungskategorien, Punkteberechnung, Mindestpunktzahl und Weg zu F-5.
Koreanische Daueraufenthaltsgenehmigung F-5 — vollständiger Leitfaden
Alle F-5-Untertypen, Antragsverfahren, Dokumentenliste und Praxistipps für die Daueraufenthaltsgenehmigung in Korea.
F-5-Daueraufenthaltsgenehmigung — alle Wege im Überblick
Umfassender Vergleich aller F-5-Untertypen mit Voraussetzungen, Zeitrahmen und Dokumenten.
F-2-99 Long-Term Residency in Korea — Who Qualifies and How to Apply
Complete guide to F-2-99 (기타 장기체류) long-term residency in Korea. Eligibility after 5 years, income and asset requirements, Korean language test, and the 2025 rule allowing spouses and children to apply independently.
Korea F-2 Resident Visa Subtypes — F-2-7 Points System and the F-2-7S Potential Talent Track Explained
Korea's F-2 resident visa has multiple sub-codes covering family, investment, and discretionary categories. Learn the K-Point points system for F-2-7, the F-2-7S potential-talent track, and the 3-strikes extension rule.
Korea Investment Immigration — F-2 Residency via Tourism Real Estate & Public Fund Investment
Complete guide to Korea's investment immigration program: tourism/resort real estate investment (F-2 → F-5) and public interest fund investment (F-2 → F-5). Covers investment thresholds, designated zones, cross-scheme rules, and the 5-year permanent residency path.
Overseas Korean Complete Guide: H-2 → F-4 → F-5 Pathway for Ethnic Koreans
Full guide for ethnic Koreans (재외동포) from China and CIS countries — H-2 Working Visit visa, F-4 Overseas Korean status, F-5 permanent residency pathway, why China/CIS rules differ from other F-4 holders, and how to qualify.
K-STAR Visa Program Korea — F-2-7S, F-5-S1, and the Top Talent Residency Track
Complete guide to Korea's K-STAR program for top-tier foreign talent. Covers the F-2-7S long-term residency track, F-2-71 dependent family status, F-5-S1 permanent residency, and how to qualify through 32 designated university partners.
Korea Investment Immigration: All Tiers Explained (Tourism Real Estate, Public Fund & More)
Full guide to Korea's investment immigration tiers — tourism/resort real estate (C-3-1 and F-2 → F-5-17), public interest fund (F-2 → F-5-21), retiree track (F-5-23), eligibility criteria, disqualification grounds, and the step-by-step visa process.
Living in Korea
Changing Schools on an E-2 Visa: What Happens to Your Family's Status
What happens to your spouse's F-3 (or F-1) dependent visa when you change schools on an E-2 in Korea — whether you need to update their status, documents required, and the step-by-step process for keeping your family's visas current.
E-9 EPS System Korea: Sectors, Quotas & Workplace Rules
E-9 workplace change rules, sector quotas (manufacturing, construction, agriculture), 4-year-10-month stay limit, and how to upgrade to E-7-4 skilled worker.
What If I Get Laid Off On An E-7 Visa In Korea?
Lost your job on an E-7 visa in Korea? This guide explains the reporting window, finding a new sponsor, changing to D-10, and how to avoid falling out of status.
Can I Freelance On An E-7 Visa In Korea?
Freelancing on an E-7 visa is risky. This guide explains what E-7 actually authorizes, why independent client work is usually not allowed, and which visas fit freelancing better.
Can I Work For Two Companies On An E-7 Visa In Korea?
Working for two companies on an E-7 visa is not automatic. This guide explains the employer-tied structure, why a second job can create violations, and when to seek formal permission.
What If My Salary Drops Below The E-7 Minimum In Korea?
An E-7 salary drop can create renewal and compliance problems. This guide explains why contract salary and tax-reported income both matter and what to do before the next filing.
D-2 Student Visa Rules in Korea — School Changes, Grade Requirements & Work Rights
Korea's D-2 student visa has strict rules on school changes, academic standing, and part-time work. Learn what can get your student visa revoked, how to transfer schools, and how to work legally as a D-2 student.
F-6 Visa After Divorce or Separation in Korea: Your Options
What happens to your F-6 marriage visa if you divorce, separate, or your Korean spouse dies — F-6-2 child custody status, F-6-3 involuntary dissolution, income requirements, and how to protect your right to stay.
Ausländerregistrierungskarte (ARC) in Korea erhalten
Anleitung zur ARC-Registrierung — Fristen, Dokumente, Einwanderungsamttermin und Verwendung der ARC im Alltag.
HiKorea Schritt für Schritt nutzen
Anleitung zur Nutzung der HiKorea-Website — Kontoerstellung, Terminbuchung, Online-Anträge und häufige Probleme.
Termin beim koreanischen Einwanderungsamt buchen
Anleitung zur Terminbuchung beim Einwanderungsamt — HiKorea, Walk-in-Optionen und Tipps für schnellere Bearbeitung.
Korea Re-Entry Permit (재입국허가) Guide 2026 — How to Leave and Return to Korea
Complete guide to Korea's re-entry permit (재입국허가): who needs one, single vs multiple permit costs, the automatic 1-year exemption rule, how to apply online via HiKorea, and what happens if you leave without one.
Occupation & Income Reporting for Korea Work Visa Holders — What You Must Declare
Korea requires work visa holders to declare their occupation and annual income to immigration at registration and renewal. Learn who must report, what to declare, when to update, and the consequences of non-reporting.
Changing Employers on a Korean Work Visa — Rules by Visa Type (E-2, E-7, E-9, H-2 & More)
Can you change employers on your Korean work visa? Rules vary significantly by visa type. Learn the workplace change rules for E-2, E-7, E-9, H-2, and other Korean work visas — and how to report the change legally.
Passport Validity & Korean Visa Duration — How Passport Expiry Affects Your Stay
Korea grants visa stay periods within your passport's validity. Learn how your passport expiry date affects how long you can stay, what happens with less than 6 months remaining, and when to renew your passport.
Converting Your Foreign Driving License in Korea — Complete Guide
How to convert a foreign driving license to a Korean license. Covers automatic exchange countries, written test requirement, practical test, required documents, 운전면허시험장 process, and international driving permits for short stays.
What Happens If I Overstay My Korean Visa?
Overstayed your Korean visa? This guide explains fines, departure orders, re-entry bans, and what to do immediately if you realize you are already out of status.
What If I Lose My ARC Card In Korea?
Lost your ARC in Korea? This guide explains immediate reporting, reissuance, replacement fees, and what to carry while waiting for the new card.
What If I Get A New Passport While Living In Korea?
Renewed your passport while living in Korea? This guide explains when to update immigration records, why passport validity affects stay period, and what documents to bring.
Living in Korea: Health Insurance, Tax, and Banking for Visa Holders
Practical guide for foreign visa holders in Korea — how to enroll in national health insurance (건강보험), file your income tax, open a bank account, and register your address.
KIIP Program Complete Guide: Korea Immigration and Integration Program
Everything about KIIP — what it is, why it matters for F-2 and F-5 applications, how to register, what to expect at each level, and how to fit it around work.
Korea's Domestic Growth-Based Youth Employment Program (국내 성장 기반 외국인 청소년)
Guide to Korea's April 2025 domestic growth-based foreign youth employment program for ages 18-24 who grew up in Korea. Eligibility, work rights, residency pathway, and how it connects to longer-term visa options.
Korea Income Tax for Foreigners — Resident vs Non-Resident, Flat Rate, Tax Treaties
Complete guide to Korean income tax for foreign nationals. Covers the 183-day residency rule, 19% flat rate vs progressive tax, year-end settlement, global income filing, tax treaties, and common deductions.
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