F-1-9 — Visiting/Joining Family Visa (Dependent of F-4/H-2)

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F-1-9 — Visiting/Joining Family Visa (Dependent of F-4/H-2)

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

50,000 KRW

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This visa is for family members of individuals holding specific statuses like Overseas Korean (F-4) or Working Visit (H-2).

The F-1-9 visa is specifically for the family members of F-4 (Overseas Korean) or H-2 (Working Visit) visa holders. It facilitates family reunification by allowing spouses and minor children to reside in South Korea with the principal visa holder. Note that this visa does not typically grant the right to work, and the holder's status is tied to the principal applicant.

Fee Breakdown

Alien Registration Card	30,000 KRW
ARC Application Fee	20,000 KRW

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

2 years

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be the spouse or minor child of the principal visa holder (F-4 or H-2).

Proof of family relationship (marriage/birth certificates).

Proof of principal holder's financial ability to support the family.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Marriage or birth certificates

Proof of principal holder's status

Financial proof of support

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows family reunification
Straightforward application for dependents

Worth Knowing

Work authorization is generally restricted
Dependent on the principal holder's status
Ineligibility of principal holder
Insufficient proof of relationship

Application Process

Gather proof of relationship and principal holder's status.

Apply at the Korean Embassy/Consulate in home country or via change of status if in Korea.

Application Forms

Korea Visa Portal

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