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Visa
A comprehensive guide to Korean visa types, application processes, and requirements designed specifically for international students and foreign workers. This category covers everything from choosing the right visa, preparing documents, and understanding legal obligations, to tips for a smooth entry and stay in Korea.
South Korea Foreign Student Visa Guide
1. The basic concept of a visa • Visa (visa, VISA) is an entry permit recommendation issued by the Consul to allow foreigners to enter Korea. • To enter Korea, you must have a valid passport and a visa suitable for the purpose of your stay. • Exceptionally, citizens of some countries that have visa waiver agreements with South Korea can enter the country without a visa, but the maximum period of stay is 90 days. ❗Caution: Without a valid passport and visa, you can face forced eviction or up to t
General Guide to Applying for a Korean Visa
1. Visit a Korean Diplomatic Mission - Korean visas are issued at Korean diplomatic missions abroad (Embassies, Representative Offices, or Consulates General). - Legal basis: Immigration Act Article 8, Enforcement Decree Article 11, Enforcement Rule Articles 8(1) and 9. - Definition: “Korean diplomatic mission” refers to an embassy, representative office, or consulate general established by the Republic of Korea in a foreign country. ________________________________________ 2. Submitting Your Vi