F-1 Visiting & living with family visa guide
Visit or live with family · Extensions, status changes and permitted activities, based on Ministry of Justice manuals and laws.
When can I apply to extend my F-1 (Visiting and Residing) period of stay, and what documents do I need?
The materials provided do not confirm a specific "how many days before" rule for the extension application period, so the timing is explained only based on the law. When to apply You must apply before your period of sta…
Read more ›What can and can't I do with an F-1 (Visiting/Joining Family) visa?
The F-1 (Visiting/Joining Family) visa is for staying in Korea to visit, live with, or support family. In principle, you cannot work or do any activity to earn money. ✅ What you can do You can stay for similar purposes,…
Read more ›Can I change from F-1 (Visiting/Cohabiting) to another status of stay?
Yes, in some cases you can. But the change does not happen automatically. It is approved only in some cases after a strict review. Basic rules In principle, you must leave Korea, get a visa for the new status of stay, a…
Read more ›General guidance prepared by K-VISA AI from Ministry of Justice manuals, laws and official guides. Not legal advice — please confirm with HiKorea or the Immigration Contact Center (1345).