What visa do the spouse and children of an F-4 overseas Korean get?

The spouse and minor children of an F-4 overseas Korean get the Visiting and Residing (F-1-9) status. It is not Accompanying (F-3).

The spouse and minor children of an F-4 holder stay under F-1-9. F-3 is the status for family members of people in Culture and Arts (D-1) to Specific Activities (E-7, except Technical Training D-3) and Residence (F-2).

💡 Good to know

• The child must be a minor. Married children are excluded.
• When you apply, you usually submit documents that prove the family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.) and the F-4 holder's alien registration documents. The documents may differ depending on whether you apply for a visa or for a stay in Korea.
• Family members staying under Visiting and Residing (F-1) are, in principle, restricted from working. If you want to work, first check with the immigration office (출입국) whether it is allowed.

Check the exact documents and review criteria again at HiKorea (hikorea.go.kr) or the Foreigner Comprehensive Information Center (외국인종합안내센터, 1345).