Family Visitor
South Korea
Last updated: December 28, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$45
7-15 days
Medium
About this Visa
The F-1 visa lets you visit family members in South Korea. You can use it to see relatives, live together with family, or help with housework. You cannot work. It lasts up to 2 years and you can extend it. This visa is for parents visiting their children, spouses visiting their partner, or family members helping each other. It's different from tourist visas because you're staying longer and living with family.
Key Benefits
- Stay in Korea for up to 2 years with your family
- Live together with your relatives
- Extend your stay if needed
- Access to South Korean healthcare
- Your children can attend local schools
- Step toward longer-term residence in Korea
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Have a family member living in South Korea
- Family member can financially support you
- No criminal record
- Passport valid for 6+ months
- Healthy with no serious diseases
- Not planning to work while on F-1 visa
Financial Requirement
Your family member in Korea must earn at least 2 times South Korea's GNI per capita (about $73,000 per year). Exception: If your family member went to university in South Korea, they only need to earn the standard GNI amount (about $36,600 per year).
Documents
- PassportMust be valid for 6+ months
- Passport photos2 photos, 3.5cm × 4.5cm
- Visa application formFrom the embassy
- Family relationship proofBirth certificate, marriage certificate, or family register
- Financial documentsIncome tax returns (2 years) and bank statements (6 months)
- Employment letterProof your family member works in Korea
- Health formMedical exam confirming you're healthy
- Certified certificatesMarriage/birth certificates with apostille (required as of April 2025)
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.