F-5Permanent Residency (F-5)
We help you prepare and apply for permanent residency, so you can keep living in Korea without worrying about your stay period.
₩600,000~VAT excluded · Starting price
- Included Pre-check · Document drafting · Immigration filing · Supplement handling
- Government fee Included in the starting price (VAT and expenses extra)
8,000+Consultations4.9Customer rating11 yrsIn immigration law
Agency fee refund if deniedIf your application is denied due to K-VISA's fault, we refund the agency fee. Terms are given in writing before the contract.
Free AI check firstSee your chances and what to prepare, based on your stay infoWhat's easy to miss on your own
| On your own | K-VISA | |
|---|---|---|
| Documents | You find out what's needed yourself | An administrative agent lists and reviews them for your case |
| Extra requests | You read the request and prepare again | Your advisor sorts out what to submit and handles it |
| Filing | You book and visit immigration yourself | A K-VISA administrative agent files for you |
| If denied | You lose the cost and time | If it's K-VISA's fault, we refund the agency fee |
| Cost | Government fee only | Agency fee + government fee |
So K-VISA takes care of it for you
- 1Stay period: We check if you have met the required stay period in Korea for your status
- 2Livelihood: We help you meet the income and asset standards with documents
- 3Basic knowledge: We help you plan to complete Social Integration Program Level 5 or pass the comprehensive assessment for permanent residency
- 4Conduct: We check your records for crimes, unpaid taxes, and fines in advance
Can I apply? Check the requirements
- Staying in Korea for the period set for your status (e.g. F-6: 2 years, F-2-7: 3 years, general permanent residency: 5 years)
- Ability to support yourself (usually income at or above last year's GNI per capita)
- Completion of KIIP level 5 or passing the comprehensive test for permanent residency
- Good conduct (no criminal record or unpaid taxes)
Standards can change and differ by person. We'll check them for your situation during the free check.
All included in this price
- Requirement review and approval-chance check in advance
- A tailored list of required documents
- Drafting key documents like application forms and statements
- Consistency check across all documents
- Filing at the Immigration Office on your behalf
Extra costs, told upfront
Government feeIncluded in the starting price (VAT and expenses extra)
- Third-party costs such as translation, notarization, apostille
- Issuing and shipping documents from your home country
- Actual expenses such as postage and transport
- Value-added tax (VAT)
From filing to approval, step by step
Preparing documents2–4 weeks
Immigration review3–6 months
Typical time. It can vary with immigration review.
- FreeFree visa checkWe first check the requirements and your chances
- STEP 2In-depth analysisWe plan the strategy and documents for your situation
- STEP 3Document preparationWe help with writing, translation and notarization
8,000+Consultations
4.9Customer rating
11 yrsIn immigration law
2026 Hit Brand Grand PrizeRegistered immigration agency 19-IC-RG-041
K-VISA's promises to you
- We review for free first and sign only when it is possible
- 1:1 consultation in Korean, English, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and Thai
- A licensed agent registered as an immigration agency handles it directly
- After approval, K-VISA AI reminds you of extension and report deadlines
Questions people ask before applying
QDo I need to renew my permanent residency too?
A
Permanent resident status has no time limit. But the permanent resident card is reissued at set intervals.
QCan I get permanent residency right away from F-6?
A
You can apply if you have stayed on an F-6 for 2 years or more and meet the livelihood and basic knowledge requirements.
QHow much is the government fee?
A
The fee to change your status to permanent resident (F-5) is ₩200,000.
QWhat happens if I stay abroad for a long time?
A
Permanent residents do not need a re-entry permit if they return within 2 years after leaving Korea. If you will be away longer, get a permit in advance.
From customers who went before you (163)
5.0163 customer reviews in total
- ★★★★★뿌잉뿌잉2000External review · Naver Place
친절하게 하나하나 설명해 주셔서 믿고 맡길 수 있었습니다!
- ★★★★★꿀빵대디External review · Naver Place
케이비자가 모든 과정을 잘 설명해 주시고, 빠르게 진행해 주셔서 너무 감사했습니다!
- ★★★★★shi****Spouse from VietnamExternal review · Naver Place
베트남에서도 혼인신고를 해야 해서 복잡할 줄 알았는데, 케이비자가 체계적으로 진행해 주셔서
- ★★★★★g59****External review · Naver Place
혼비자 혼자 준비하려다가 너무 복잡해서 케이비자에 맡겼어요.
- ★★★★★cze****Spouse from VietnamExternal review · Naver Place
케이비자의 베트남 직원분 정말 친절하고 일 잘하십니다..!
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