Korean Immigration — 2026
Korean Visa Fee Guide 2026
Official fees for Korean visa issuance, extension, and status change. Visa fees charged at Korean embassies abroad are set in US dollars and paid in local currency; fees paid in Korea are in Korean Won (KRW).
Note: Fees are set by the Ministry of Justice and are subject to change. Embassy fees for overseas applications may differ slightly from domestic HiKorea/immigration office fees. Always verify at HiKorea before applying. HiKorea.
Visa Fees by Type
| Visa | Name | Issuance | Extension | Status Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-3 | Short-term Tourist Visa-free nationals pay no visa fee (a ₩10,000 K-ETA may apply). C-3 extensions are rare and limited. | US$40 (single) / US$70 (double) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | Generally not permitted |
| D-2 | Student (Degree) Extensions granted for up to 2 years at a time (to the end of March or September). | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| D-4 | Language / General Training | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-1 | Professor | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-2 | English Teacher Criminal background check and a self-declared health statement required for first issuance. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-3 | Research | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-4 | Technical Instruction | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-5 | Professional (Doctor/Lawyer/etc.) | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-6 | Arts/Entertainment | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-7 | Specific Activities (Skilled Worker) Requires employer sponsorship. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| E-9 | Non-professional Employment Requires EPS (Employment Permit System) registration. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| D-7 | Intra-company Transfer | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| D-8 | Corporate Investment (Business Owner) Minimum investment ₩100M for most categories. D-8 holders are exempt from immigration fees paid in Korea. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | Exempt | Exempt |
| D-9 | Trade / Business Activity | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| D-10 | Job Seeking / Startup Up to 1 year per grant (6 months for some applicants). Requires a bachelor's degree (a Korean associate degree also counts) and 60+ points on the job-seeker points table. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| F-1 | Visiting Family | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| F-2 | Long-term Resident / F-2-7 Points-based F-2-7 requires 80+ K-Points. Granted for 1–5 years depending on points. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| F-3 | Dependent Family | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| F-4 | Overseas Korean For ethnic Koreans with foreign nationality. Granted for up to 3 years at a time, renewable. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $45 | ≈ $75 |
| F-5 | Permanent Resident Residence card must be reissued every 10 years (₩35,000 reissuance fee). | US$60 (single visa abroad) | N/A (no stay limit; card renewed every 10 years) | ≈ $149 |
| F-6 | Marriage Migrant Spouse of Korean national. Leads to F-5 after 2+ years. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | ≈ $22 | ≈ $75 |
| H-1 | Working Holiday Multiple-entry for most nationalities (single-entry for Japan); 1-year stay, 18 months for the US and 2 years for Canada and the UK. | US$60 (single) / US$90 (multiple) | Varies by country agreement | ≈ $75 |
| H-2 | Working Visit (Ethnic Korean) No longer issued since 12 Feb 2026 (merged into F-4). Existing holders from China and CIS countries can stay up to 3 years. | No longer issued (since 12 Feb 2026) | ≈ $45 | Not permitted |
Other Immigration Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Alien Registration Card (ARC) — first issuance | ≈ $26 |
| ARC reissuance (lost, damaged, info change) | ≈ $26 |
| Re-entry permit (single) | ≈ $22 |
| Re-entry permit (multiple) | ≈ $37 |
| Re-entry permit extension (at an embassy abroad) | US$20 |
| Change of employer notification | ≈ $0 (no fee) |
| Confirmation of Visa Issuance (CVI) — domestic sponsor | ≈ $0 |
| K-ETA application fee | ≈ $7 (~$8 USD) |
How to Pay Korean Visa Fees
At a Korean Immigration Office (HiKorea)
Pay with a government revenue stamp (수입인지), a credit or debit card, or electronic payment at the immigration office. The residence card (ARC) fee is paid in cash.
At a Korean Embassy / Consulate Abroad
Payment method varies by embassy. Most accept cash in local currency or money order. Some embassies accept card. Check the specific embassy website before visiting.
Online (HiKorea / G4K)
Some applications (D-2, E-2 extensions, etc.) can be completed online via HiKorea, with card payment accepted. Online extension and status-change applications get a 20% fee reduction. HiKorea.
Fee data is based on the Ministry of Justice Immigration Act Enforcement Rules (출입국관리법 시행규칙), as amended on 15 September 2026. Fees are subject to revision. Verify current fees at Korea Immigration Service or HiKorea. Korea Immigration Service or HiKorea.