South Korea•AsiaVaries
60,000 KRW
1 year (Renewable based on primary holder's stay)
Yes
Not Required
Not Specified
No
Not Required
Visa for spouses and family members of Korean nationals or permanent residents to live together in Korea.
The F-1-3 subcategory is specifically for cohabitants (non-family members) of individuals with Diplomatic (A-1), Official (A-2), or Agreement (A-3) status. Domestic helpers are categorized under different codes: F-1-21 (diplomats), F-1-22 (big investors), F-1-23 (high-tech investors), and F-1-24 (professionals).
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
South KoreaMust be a family member or cohabitee of a Korean national or a foreign national holding a specific long-term visa (e.g., F-4, E-7).
Must provide proof of the family relationship (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate).
Must demonstrate financial ability to support the stay (especially for nationals of high-overstay countries).
Must not engage in unauthorized commercial activities or employment.
Must have a valid passport.
For specific sub-types like domestic helpers, must provide an employment contract and proof of the employer's qualifying visa status.
Education
none or higher
Valid passport and visa application form
Passport-sized photograph
Proof of family relationship (e.g., marriage or birth certificate, apostilled or authenticated)
Primary visa holder's Alien Registration Card (ARC) or visa documentation
Financial ability documents (bank statements, income certificates)
Letter of invitation and identity guarantee (if applicable)
Certificate of Visa Issuance (사증발급인정서) if required
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