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South Korea immigration guide

Explore 2 immigration pathways to South Korea, with official processing times, costs and requirements for each route.

At a glance

Region
Asia
Official language
Data being updated
Currency
KRW
Popular visas
E-7 Visa, D-8 Investor, F-2 Points
Pathways listed
2
Official immigration authority: immigration.go.kr

Work

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E-7 Professional Visa

The E-7 Professional Visa is a South Korean work visa for foreign professionals employed in specialized fields such as IT, engineering, finance, education, and healthcare, requiring a job offer from a Korean employer who can demonstrate that no local talent is available.

WorkModerate
Processing
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Est. cost
Data being updated

Permanent Residence

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F-2 Points-Based Visa

The F-2 Points-Based Visa is a residence pathway for foreigners aiming to live long-term in South Korea, eventually leading to permanent residency. It uses a points system to evaluate applicants based on factors like age, education, Korean language ability, income, and more.

Permanent ResidenceModerate
Processing
Data being updated
Est. cost
Data being updated

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