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What's the difference between "duration(period) of stay" and "expiry date"?

Luna Arseo
No. 113 ∙ 2021-12-09

Duration of stay states the maximum number of days that you can stay from entry - exceeding the stated duration of stay will make you an illegal immigrant.

Expiry date is the latest date you can enter with the issued visa. Upon exceeding the expiry date, immigration officials will reject your entry for not holding a valid visa.

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Luna said, The qualifications for e-Visa application are as follows (as of Nov 2014): - Professor (E-1), Researcher (E-3), Technical instructor/Technician (E-4), Professional (E-5), Foreign National of Special Ability with employment recommendation (GOLD CARD) from the KOTRA or Small and Medium Business Corporation (E-7). Dependent family (F-3) of aforementioned visa applicants. - Foreign medical patient and his/her companions invited by an Outstanding Medical Travel Agency (C-3-3, G-1-10) - Commercial visitor who has entered Korea three times or more after 2012 (C-3-4)

Where do I have to submit my visa application form?

Luna said, Depending on your purpose of entry and duration of stay, you can submit your Visa application form either to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea or to a visa application agency (or designated travel agency). Moreover, you can apply for an e-Visa through the Republic of Korea’s Visa portal (www.visa.go.kr). You can either write on the form after downloading the application or simply fill out the form online. It is strongly recommended that you use the online submission function rather than visit the immigration office because it could save you a lot of time. Please refer to the Visa Navigator or the Visa Guide for the application method necessary for your type of visa.

What is the e-Visa?

Luna said, The e-Visa is a system which allows the applicant or the inviting party to be notified with approval upon submission of the application form and required documents online through the Republic of Korea’s Visa Portal. The applicant or the inviting party will receive a notice of approval after submitting the relevant documents without having to visit the immigration office or the diplomatic office, and the e-Visa holder will be able to enter Korea without an additional Visa label (visa sticker).

Until when can I use the visa?

Luna said, If you’re planning a tour in Korea, you have to enter before the expiry date of entry. Depending on the number of visits, the validity periods are as follows: - Visa for single-entry - 3 months - Visa for double-entry - 6 months - Visa for multiple-entry (3 times or more) - 1 year The visa for entry of 3 times or more can be issued with a validity of 1 year, 3 years, or 5 years, depending on the agreement between the applicant’s country and the Republic of Korea.

I’m a registered foreigner holding a long-term visa. I want to invite my parents to Korea during my stay to tour around. What should I do?

Luna said, To invite your family member for a short-term visit or tour, you can apply for a Short-Term General visa (C-3-1, valid for 3 months, single-entry visa of 90 days-of-stay). The required documents for family invitation are as follows: - Inviter: a original copy of invitation letter, a photocopy of identification card. - Family member: visa application form (with a photo being attached), passport (original and photocopy), a photocopy of identification card, documents proving your family relations (e.g. birth certificate, marriage certificate ) and the purpose of your entry. Depending on the policies of the Korean diplomatic missions, the required documents may vary - so, please check the official website of the mission for more details.

What’s the difference between “duration(period) of stay” and “expiry date”?

Luna said, Duration of stay states the maximum number of days that you can stay from entry - exceeding the stated duration of stay will make you an illegal immigrant. Expiry date is the latest date you can enter with the issued visa. Upon exceeding the expiry date, immigration officials will reject your entry for not holding a valid visa.

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What is the fee for a visa application?

Luna said, The processing fees for visa application are as follows: 1. Single-Entry Visa - 1) duration of stay 90 days or less : 40USD - 2) duration of stay 91 days or more : 60USD 2. Multiple-Entry Visa - 1) Multiple-Entry Visa which allows entry up to two times : 70USD - 2) Multiple-Entry Visa with no limit on the number of entries : 90USD Please note, however, the visa fees may vary depending on the applicant’s nationality, visa type, duration of stay, validity period of his/her visa, and international conventions and agreements.

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What is the Korea Immigration and Integration Program?

Luna said, It is a program which helps foreigners to build their basic fundamentals to adapt to and be independent of Korean society. Foreigners who have alien registration card or a domestic residency report card (F-4), and naturalized Korean citizens are available to apply for the program at www.socinet.go.kr

Are all foreigners who live in Korea able to work?

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Luna said, A foreigner who holds a visa status which allows them to work in Korea is able to work. However, the type of business is different depending on the visa status and the foreigner has to work in a designated workplace. For some visa status, you are able to apply for the Participation in Activities Uncertified for Current Sojourn Status or Work Permit, and if you meet the necessary conditions and received permission, you are able to work.

Do I have to apply for an alien registration card?

Luna said, A foreigner who intends to stay in South Korea more than 90 days has to apply for an alien registration card at the immigration office for his place of residency.

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Luna said, According to the visa issuance procedure, you have to apply for a new visa at the Korean diplomatic mission.

Visa stay extension

Luna said, Short-term visa holders who will stay until after the expiry date have to apply for an extension of their duration of stay at a local immigration office before the expiry date in accordance with Article 25 of the Immigration Act. In principle, the number of days of the stay can’t exceed 90 days from the date of entry, and an extension of stay may be restricted depending on the purpose of desired extension.

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