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F-2-R Visa

F-2-R Visa Application

Application conditions and required documents.

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1. Overview

The F-2-R visa (regional-specialized talent) is a status issued to foreigners recommended by a local government head in a population-decline area, on the condition of residing, working, or starting a business in the recommended region for at least 5 years.

2. Eligibility Requirements

  • Recommendation letter from the head of the metropolitan government with jurisdiction over the recommended region
  • Education or income: a domestic associate degree or higher, or annual income at or above the living wage of that metropolitan government
  • Plan to reside, work, or start a business in the recommended region for at least 5 years
  • Basic Korean proficiency: Social Integration Program level 3 or higher, or TOPIK level 3 or higher
  • Good conduct and other requirements set by the Minister of Justice

3. Required Documents

CategoryDocumentNotes
CommonIntegrated application form, passport, photo, alien registration card
EligibilityEducation certificate; income certificate issued by the tax officePublic certificates
ResidenceProof of residence (e.g., lease contract, property registry)
Economic activityEmployees: employment contract, certificate of employment, etc.; founders: investment proof, business registration, proof of business premisesDepends on employed or founder status
OtherOverseas criminal record certificate; proof of basic Korean proficiency; recommendation letter (within 3 months of issue); documents for employer requirementsLocal governments may have additional requirements

Specific documents vary by case; the immigration office may request additional documents.

4. Procedure

  1. Consultation and eligibility assessment (recommended region, education or income, residence)
  2. Obtain the recommendation letter from the metropolitan government before filing
  3. Case-specific document preparation guidance
  4. File a change of status at the immigration office (legally staying foreigners)
  5. Receive the alien registration card in person and submit the signed regional-specialized visa notice

5. Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How long does the process take?
A. Processing time varies depending on the competent Immigration Office.
Q. What are the benefits of using an administrative agent?
A. We provide case-by-case review, document preparation, and immigration accompaniment in 4 languages.
Q. How can I get a consultation?
A. You can start a consultation right away with the QR codes at the top of the site (KakaoTalk, WeChat, LINE, WhatsApp). Consultation hours are weekdays 09:30–17:30 (KST).
Q. What if my application is denied?
A. Depending on the denial reason, additional documents, appeals, re-applications, or judicial review are possible options. Strategy varies by case — we recommend consultation first.
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