Can I bring my family (spouse and children) to Korea on an E-9 (Non-professional Employment) visa?

No. With an E-9 (Non-professional Employment) visa, your spouse and children cannot get an accompanying family visa (F-3). The accompanying visa (F-3) is open only to family members of people with certain statuses, from Culture and Arts (D-1) to Specific Activities (E-7). I could not find a basis that puts E-9 among these statuses that allow family accompaniment.

💡 Good to know

• E-9 is a program where you work for a set period and then return home. It is not a way to bring your family.
• Your family may be able to visit separately as tourists or for a short stay. In that case, each family member must apply for a visa that fits the purpose of the visit. They cannot work in Korea.
• Later, if you change to a status that allows family accompaniment, such as E-7-4 (Skilled Worker), you can look into inviting your family again. A spouse and minor children (who have no spouse) usually apply together with you. You need documents that prove the family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).

⚠️ Be careful

• If your family enters on another visa and works, it can be illegal employment.
• Status changes and invitations depend on your personal situation. If you are worried, use the K-VISA AI administrative agent consultation (the app's visa service).

Check the exact details once more at Hi Korea (hikorea.go.kr) or the Foreigner Comprehensive Information Center (1345).