F-4Residence

F-4 Overseas Korean Visa

For ethnic Koreans with foreign citizenship (foreign nationals of Korean descent). Grants near-unlimited rights in Korea.

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Duration
3 years (renewable)
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Processing
1–2 weeks
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Fee
~$80 USD
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Work Rights
Allowed

πŸ‘₯ Who Is This For?

  • β†’ Ethnic Koreans with foreign citizenship (gyopo)
  • β†’ Korean-Americans, Korean-Canadians, Korean-Chinese, etc.

βœ… Requirements

πŸ“ Application Steps

1

Prepare genealogy documents proving Korean descent

2

Apply at Korean embassy, consulate, or local immigration office

3

Submit application and required documents

4

Receive F-4 visa or status change

πŸ“ Required Documents

πŸ“„Application form
πŸ“„Passport
πŸ“„Korean family registry (가쑱관계증λͺ…μ„œ) of Korean ancestor
πŸ“„Documents proving relationship to Korean ancestor
πŸ“„Passport photos (2)

πŸ”„ Renewal Information

Renewable every 3 years. No activity restrictions, no renewal limits.

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