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F-2-2 — Resident Visa (Underage Child of Korean National)
South KoreaSouth Korea•Asia
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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

Not confirmed

Varies by nationality (reciprocal)

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

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 typePermanent / indefinite

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

F-5 — Permanent Residence (F-5)
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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

1

Verify parent's Korean nationality

2

Prepare birth and invitation documents

3

Submit application

4

Obtain Residence Card

Application Forms

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