South Korea•Asia6-24 months
60,000 KRW
Up to 1 year per extension (Renewable)
Yes
Not Required
Not Specified
No
Not Required
Visa for special cases including humanitarian purposes, medical treatment, legal proceedings, and other situations not covered by standard visa categories.
The G-1 Miscellaneous Visa is a specialized permit issued by the South Korean government for individuals who do not fit into standard visa categories but require a legal basis to stay in the country due to exceptional circumstances. It is primarily a humanitarian visa, covering a wide range of situations including, but not limited to, asylum seekers, individuals undergoing long-term medical treatment that is unavailable in their home country, victims of human trafficking, and those involved in ongoing legal disputes within Korea. Because it is a 'catch-all' visa for special cases, the eligibility criteria and required documentation are highly dependent on the specific sub-category under which the applicant falls.
This visa is intended for those who face unavoidable situations that make returning to their home country unsafe or impossible, or for those whose presence is required for specific legal or medical processes. Applicants must provide rigorous documentation to justify their need for a long-term stay, such as medical reports, treatment timelines, or official legal filings. The G-1 visa is not a path to permanent residency or employment; it is a temporary measure to provide sanctuary or facilitate necessary processes. Consequently, the government maintains strict evaluation criteria to ensure that the visa is used only by those with legitimate, documented humanitarian or special needs.
Must fall into a specific humanitarian or special category (e.g., refugee applicant, medical treatment, legal dispute, or victim of human trafficking).
Must provide evidence of the specific humanitarian or special circumstance.
Must demonstrate financial stability or ability to cover costs associated with the specific reason for stay (e.g., medical expenses).
Must have a valid passport.
Must not have violated Korean immigration laws or have a history of illegal stay (depending on the specific sub-category).
For medical cases, must provide a detailed treatment plan from a recognized Korean medical facility.
Education
none or higher
Valid passport
Completed visa application form
Passport-sized photograph
Proof of humanitarian or special circumstances (e.g., medical certificate, refugee application receipt, or legal documents)
Proof of financial ability to cover stay and treatment/legal costs
Proof of residence (e.g., lease agreement or housing confirmation)
Additional documents as required by the specific G-1 sub-category
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