F-4 Overseas Korean visa guide
Ethnic Korean with foreign nationality · Extensions, status changes and permitted activities, based on Ministry of Justice manuals and laws.
When can I apply to extend my F-4 (Overseas Korean) stay period, and what documents do I need?
You can apply to extend your F-4 stay period from 4 months before it expires until the day it expires. Application period From 4 months before your current stay period ends until the expiration day. If you apply after t…
Read more ›Can I change from F-4 (Overseas Korean) to another status of stay?
Yes, you can change from F-4 to another status of stay. However, changing inside Korea is allowed only in limited cases, and it goes through a strict review. Basic rules The basic rule is to leave Korea, get a visa (사증)…
Read more ›What can and can't I do for work with an F-4 (Overseas Korean) visa?
With F-4, you can freely do most kinds of work. However, there are a few kinds of work that the Ministry of Justice (법무부) has banned by public notice . ✅ Work you can do You can do most jobs, such as office work, profes…
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).