Category: Residency Visa / Residence Permit
Overview: Enables foreign nationals to live long-term in South Korea for various purposes such as work, study, investment, or family reunion, requiring a valid long-term visa and an Alien Registration Card for legal residence.
Eligibility: Requires a valid long-term visa (e.g., D, E, F category), sufficient financial means, no criminal record, and compliance with specific visa category requirements for obtaining an Alien Registration Card.
Processing Time: ~60 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.hikorea.go.kr/
Summary: The South Korea Residency Permit allows long-term stay for work, study, or family. Key eligibility includes a valid long-term visa and financial stability. Main benefit is legal residence and access to services.