Can I work in Korea on an F-3 visa?

No. The F-3 visa is a dependent residence visa — it does not authorise independent employment. To work in Korea, you would need to obtain your own work visa status (e.g., E-7, E-9, H-2 if eligible) or qualify for a status that permits work.

What is the F-3-19 sub-type?

F-3-19 is a 1-year valid multiple-entry companion visa introduced in January 2025 for the spouse and minor children of F-4 (Overseas Korean) holders. It allows family members to travel in and out of Korea freely during the 1-year validity period.

What is the F-3-20 sub-type?

F-3-20 is the companion sub-type for the spouse and minor children of H-2 (Working Visit) holders. Like F-3-19, it is issued as a 1-year valid multiple-entry visa.

Can parents of an F-4 holder get an F-3?

No. Parents of F-4 holders do not qualify for F-3. They must apply for an F-1 (방문동거 — Visit/Cohabitation) visa instead, which is a separate category for visiting family members.

My child was born in Korea — does the 90-day rule apply?

Yes. If your child was born in Korea, you must apply for their F-3 status within 90 days of birth. Missing this window can result in the child becoming undocumented, so act quickly after the birth is registered.

Can the F-3 lead to permanent residency?

Not directly. F-3 is a dependent status tied to the primary holder. If you accumulate long-term residence in Korea and eventually qualify for F-5 (Permanent Residency) in your own right — typically through continuous residence, income, and other criteria — you can apply independently. Your F-3 residence time may count toward the qualifying period.

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한국 F-3 비자Dependent Companion Visa

Join your spouse or parent in Korea as a dependent of an F-4 or H-2 visa holder.

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체류 기간

Matches the primary visa holder's authorised stay period; renewed together with the primary holder's visa

처리 기간

2–4 weeks

개요

The F-3 visa (동반, dongban — 'accompaniment') allows the spouse and minor children of certain long-term visa holders to reside in Korea for the same duration as the primary visa holder. It is primarily issued to family members of F-4 (Overseas Korean) and H-2 (Working Visit) holders. The F-3 does not permit independent employment — the holder may reside in Korea and engage in daily life, but work or business activities require a separate visa status.

F-3 비자는 누구를 위한 것인가요?

The spouse and minor children (under 19) of F-4 (Overseas Korean) or H-2 (Working Visit) visa holders who are residing in Korea. Note that parents of F-4 holders do not qualify for F-3 — they receive an F-1 (Visit/Cohabitation) visa instead.

자격 요건

Spouse or minor child (under 19) of an F-4 or H-2 visa holder currently residing in Korea
Proof of family relationship (marriage certificate or birth certificate), officially translated and apostilled or authenticated
Primary holder must have a valid F-4 or H-2 status in Korea (ARC or 거소신고증)
Minor children born in Korea: application must be filed within 90 days of birth
Minor children (unaccompanied, i.e., parent abroad): may extend until age 25 if the F-4/H-2 parent has continuously stayed in Korea for 3+ years

필요 서류

1.
Valid passport + visa application form + passport photo
2.
Primary holder's Alien Registration Card (ARC) or Certificate of Overseas Korean Residence (거소신고증)
3.
Marriage certificate (for spouse applicants) — apostilled or consular-authenticated, with certified Korean translation
4.
Birth certificate (for child applicants) — apostilled or consular-authenticated, with certified Korean translation
5.
Primary holder's proof of continued stay in Korea (if extending)
6.
F-3-19 applicants (F-4 family): additional proof may be required per consulate

단계별 신청 방법

1
Confirm the primary holder's status
The primary F-4 or H-2 holder must already have a valid status in Korea. Obtain a copy of their ARC or 거소신고증 before starting your application.
2
Prepare family relationship documents
Obtain official marriage or birth certificates from your home country, have them apostilled (if your country is party to the Hague Convention) or notarised and authenticated at the Korean consulate.
3
Apply at the Korean consulate (new entry) or immigration office (extension)
If you are outside Korea, apply for the F-3 visa at the Korean embassy or consulate. If you are already in Korea on another status, apply for a status change at your local immigration office.
4
Register on arrival
After entering Korea on an F-3 visa, register as a foreign resident at your local immigration office within 90 days and obtain your ARC.
5
Renew with the primary holder
When the primary F-4 or H-2 holder renews their status, renew your F-3 at the same time. Your stay period is always tied to the primary holder's authorised stay.

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한국 F-3 비자Dependent Companion Visa

개요

F-3 비자는 누구를 위한 것인가요?

자격 요건

필요 서류

단계별 신청 방법

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