F-2-2 — Resident Visa (Underage Child of Korean National)

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F-2-2 — Resident Visa (Underage Child of Korean National)

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

2–4 weeks

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Long-term residency for the foreign minor child of a Korean national.

The F-2-2 visa is for minor children (under 18) of Korean nationals to reside in Korea. It provides a stable environment for family reunification and offers a clear pathway to permanent residency. The status is maintained through periodic renewals.

Stay & Extensions

Status type

Permanent / indefinite

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

South Korea

F-5 — Permanent Residence (F-5)

ValidityIndefinite

Processing2–3 months

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Birth certificate

Proof of parent's Korean nationality

Invitation letter

Proof of financial support

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Birth certificate

Proof of parent's Korean nationality (e.g., Family Registry)

Invitation letter from the Korean parent

Proof of financial support

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Long-term residency for minors
Pathway to permanent residency

Worth Knowing

Limited to minors under 18
Requires parental financial support
Child over 18
Lack of proof of parentage

Application Process

Verify parent's Korean nationality

Prepare birth and invitation documents

Submit application

Obtain Residence Card

Application Forms

Visa Application Form

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Last verified Jun 30, 2026

Forms · Visa Application Form · url

https://www.visa.go.kr/downfile/VisaapplicationForm_EN.pdf

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Overview

Long-term residency for the foreign minor child of a Korean national.