By when and where must I report a change of residence after moving?

• Foreigners who have completed alien registration must report within 15 days from the date they move in.
• If you do not report within the deadline, a fine may be imposed.

🏢 Where to report

• The local Immigration Office (출입국·외국인청) (office or branch office)
• The community center (주민센터) (Administrative Welfare Center) at your new address
• Government24 (정부24) (only for those eligible to apply online)

Whether you can report may differ depending on your visa status. [3]

📄 Documents to prepare

• Passport or Alien Registration Card
• Report of Change of Residence form (if needed)
• Document confirming your new address (lease contract, accommodation confirmation, dormitory fee receipt, etc.) [3]

When you submit your Alien Registration Card to report, the responsible office writes the changes and returns it to you.¹ If you have a Mobile Alien Registration Card and use the e-Civil Service window, the changes may be recorded on your mobile ID.¹

⚠️ Things to note

If the 15 days have passed, report right away. If your situation is complicated, check with the Foreigner Information Center (외국인종합안내센터) (1345) or HiKorea (하이코리아) (hikorea.go.kr).