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F-5

Permanent Residence (F-5)

영주 (F-5) — Permanent residency in Korea. Can be obtained through investment immigration or via F-2 points-based residence.

Unlimited

Eligibility Requirements

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Stay Period

2+ years on F-2 visa

Required
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Income

Maintain income above GNI

Required
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Conduct

No criminal record

Required

Required Documents

  1. 1Passport
  2. 2Stay period proof
  3. 3Income proof
  4. 4Criminal background check

Permitted Activities

All economic activities permittedFree entry/exit

Tips & Notes

→D-8 → F-2-7 → F-5 is the most common permanent residence route for entrepreneurs
→Direct path available through investment immigration (₩500M+)

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