Visa Extension Guide 🛂
한국 비자 연장 가이드
📋 Table of Contents
📖Visa Extension Overview (비자 연장 개요)
If you want to stay longer in Korea after your visa expires, you must apply for a visa extension (체류기간 연장) at your local immigration office. The process varies depending on your visa type, but generally requires submitting documents and paying fees.
🔑 Key Points
- Apply early: Submit 30-90 days before visa expiration
- Never overstay: Overstaying can lead to fines and deportation
- Check eligibility: Not all visas can be extended
- Prepare documents: Missing documents can delay processing
- Online application: Available for some visa types via HiKorea
⚠️ Important Warning
Never overstay your visa! Overstaying even by one day can result in:
- Fines (up to 100,000 won per day)
- Entry ban (1-10 years depending on overstay period)
- Deportation and detention
- Difficulty getting future visas
📅When to Apply (신청 시기)
✅ Recommended Timeline
Start preparing documents and checking requirements
Gather all required documents
IDEAL TIME TO APPLY - Submit application to immigration office
TOO LATE! - Processing may not complete in time
💡 Processing Time
- Standard processing: 7-14 business days
- Busy season: Up to 30 days (March, September)
- Same-day service: Available for some visa types (extra fee)
📄Required Documents (필요 서류)
📌 Basic Documents (All Visa Types)
- 1️⃣Application Form (신청서)
Form No. 34 - Download from HiKorea or get at immigration office
- 2️⃣Passport (여권)
Original + 1 copy of information page
- 3️⃣Alien Registration Card (ARC / 외국인등록증)
Original + 1 copy (front and back)
- 4️⃣Passport Photo (여권사진)
1 photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background, taken within 6 months)
- 5️⃣Fee (수수료)
60,000-120,000 won (depends on visa type and duration)
📋 Additional Documents (By Visa Type)
Depending on your visa type, you'll need additional documents:
E-2 (Teaching)
• Employment contract
• School business license
• Tax payment certificate
D-10 (Job Seeker)
• Job search activities proof
• Bank statement
• Resume & cover letter
F-2 (Resident)
• Income proof
• Tax returns
• Health insurance
H-1 (Working Holiday)
Cannot be extended
(Must leave Korea)
🔄Application Process (신청 절차)
Step-by-Step Guide
Prepare Documents
Gather all required documents 30-60 days before visa expiration
Make Reservation (Optional but Recommended)
Book appointment online at HiKorea.go.kr
Visit Immigration Office
Go to your local immigration office (출입국관리사무소) with all documents
Submit Application
Submit documents, pay fee, and receive receipt (접수증)
Wait for Processing
Check status online using receipt number (7-30 days)
Pick Up New ARC
Return to immigration office to collect new ARC with extended dates
🎫Extension by Visa Type (비자 유형별)
E-2 Visa (English Teacher / 어학강사)
Can extend? Yes, if still employed
Extension period: Usually 1 year
Extra documents: New employment contract, school business license
D-2 Visa (Student / 유학생)
Can extend? Yes, if enrolled in school
Extension period: Per semester (6 months)
Extra documents: Enrollment certificate, transcript, tuition payment
D-10 Visa (Job Seeking / 구직)
Can extend? Yes, once for 6 months (total max 1 year)
Extension period: 6 months
Extra documents: Job search proof, bank statement (3M+ won)
F-2 Visa (Resident / 거주)
Can extend? Yes, indefinitely if meeting requirements
Extension period: 3 years
Extra documents: Income proof, tax payment, health insurance
H-1 Visa (Working Holiday / 워킹홀리데이)
Can extend? ❌ NO - Cannot be extended
What to do? Must leave Korea or change to different visa type
💳Fees & Processing Time (수수료 및 처리 기간)
| Extension Period | Fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 60,000 won | 7-14 days |
| 1 year | 100,000 won | 7-14 days |
| 2+ years (F visa) | 120,000 won | 14-30 days |
| Same-day service | +30,000 won | Same day (4-6 hours) |
* Fees are subject to change. Check current fees at immigration office or HiKorea website.
🏢Immigration Offices (출입국관리사무소)
Seoul Immigration Office (서울출입국관리사무소)
📍 Address: 151 Gukhoe-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
📞 Phone: 02-2650-6212
🕐 Hours: Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00 (Lunch 12:00-13:00)
Busan Immigration Office (부산출입국관리사무소)
📍 Address: 1393 Jungang-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
📞 Phone: 051-461-3021
🕐 Hours: Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00
Incheon Immigration Office (인천출입국관리사무소)
📍 Address: 127 Gonghang-ro 424beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
📞 Phone: 032-890-6300
🕐 Hours: Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00
💡 Tip: Make a reservation online at HiKorea.go.kr to skip long waiting times!
💡Important Tips (중요한 팁)
✅ DO
- ✓ Apply 30-45 days before visa expires
- ✓ Make online reservation to save time
- ✓ Bring ORIGINAL documents (not copies)
- ✓ Keep your receipt (접수증) safe
- ✓ Check status online regularly
- ✓ Bring cash for fee payment
- ✓ Arrive early (offices get busy)
❌ DON'T
- ✗ Wait until last minute to apply
- ✗ Submit incomplete documents
- ✗ Overstay even by one day
- ✗ Forget to pick up new ARC
- ✗ Lose your receipt number
- ✗ Leave Korea during processing
- ✗ Assume automatic approval
📱 Useful Korean Phrases
비자 연장 신청하고 싶어요 (bija yeonjang sincheong-hago sipeoyo)
= I want to apply for visa extension
언제까지 연장할 수 있나요? (eonjekkaji yeonjang-hal su innayo?)
= Until when can I extend?
필요한 서류가 뭐예요? (piryohan seoryuga mwoyeyo?)
= What documents do I need?
처리 기간이 얼마나 걸려요? (cheori gigani eolmana geollyeoyo?)
= How long does processing take?
📚 Additional Resources
HiKorea (Immigration Portal)
Website: www.hikorea.go.kr
Immigration Hotline: 1345 (English available)
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Need Help with Visa Extension?
If you have questions or need clarification, contact your local immigration office or visit HiKorea.
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