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For ethnic Koreans with foreign citizenship (foreign nationals of Korean descent). Grants near-unlimited rights in Korea.
Prepare genealogy documents proving Korean descent
Apply at Korean embassy, consulate, or local immigration office
Submit application and required documents
Receive F-4 visa or status change
Renewable every 3 years. No activity restrictions, no renewal limits.
F-4 Overseas Korean Visa is a Korean visa category for: For ethnic Koreans with foreign citizenship (foreign nationals of Korean descent). Grants near-unlimited rights in Korea. Use this page to check the main purpose, documents, renewal notes, and work conditions for the F-4 visa.
Work may be allowed on a F-4 visa, but conditions can depend on your program, employer, hours, and current immigration rules. Confirm the latest requirements with HiKorea, your school, or your employer before starting paid work.
Typical documents include Application form, Passport, Korean family registry (가족관계증명서) of Korean ancestor, Documents proving relationship to Korean ancestor, Passport photos (2). Requirements can vary by nationality, embassy, school, employer, and application route, so verify the current checklist before applying.
The usual processing estimate is 1–2 weeks, and the reference fee is ~$80 USD / 약 ₩110,000. Actual timing and fees can vary by country and immigration office.
Renewable every 3 years. No activity restrictions, no renewal limits.
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