South Korea•Asia3–4 weeks
₩60,000 KRW
Varies by filing options
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Family residence visa for foreign nationals married to Korean citizens, with work authorization and renewable pathway to permanent residency.
The F-6 Marriage Migrant Visa is South Korea's pathway for foreign nationals legally married to Korean citizens. Requirements include marriage registration in both countries, basic Korean language proficiency (TOPIK level 1+), relationship authenticity, suitable housing, and financial proof (minimum KRW 20 million). It provides a renewable framework leading to permanent residency.
Initial stay is 1 year, renewable in 1–3-year increments. Visa fees are KRW 60,000 (initial), KRW 30,000 (extension), and KRW 100,000 (status change). Spouses enjoy unrestricted work rights without a separate work permit, and dependents are permitted. Processing takes 3–4 weeks overseas; in-country processing times are not published.
This visa is ideal for foreign nationals married to Korean citizens seeking to build a stable, long-term life in Korea with full work autonomy and a clear pathway to permanent residency.
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
South KoreaMust be legally married to a Korean citizen with the marriage registered in both the applicant's home country and Korea.
The Korean spouse must demonstrate sufficient financial ability to support the household.
The applicant must demonstrate basic Korean language proficiency (TOPIK level 1+, KIIP completion, or degree in Korean language).
The couple must have a suitable residential space for cohabitation.
Applicants from certain designated countries must complete the International Marriage Guidance Program.
The Korean spouse must not have sponsored another foreign spouse within the past 5 years.
Must prove the authenticity of the relationship.
Min. Income
25,195,752 EUR/yr
Valid passport and visa application form.
Korean spouse's invitation letter and identity guarantee.
Applicant's marriage background statement.
Korean spouse's family relation certificate, basic certificate, and resident registration.
Proof of marriage (marriage certificate).
Proof of income (e.g., tax certificates, employment letter).
Proof of housing (e.g., lease contract or real estate registration).
Proof of Korean language proficiency.
Criminal background check from the applicant's home country.
Health certificate (if required by the specific consulate).
| F-6 Marriage Migrant Visa Application | — |
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