Foreign Resident Registration (for stays over 90 days)
According to Korean immigration law, foreigners staying in Korea for more than 90 days are required to register their immigration status within 90 days from their date of entry.
Failure to register within this period is illegal and may result in fines, visa cancellation, or restrictions on your stay in Korea.
What is Foreign Resident Registration?
The registration process includes
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STEP 01
Submitting
the application form -
STEP 02
Fingerprint registration
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STEP 03
Receiving your Residence Card
(RC, formerly ARC)
The RC serves as your official ID in Korea and is essential for daily life (e.g., opening a bank account, getting a phone plan).
The D-2 visa is a single-entry visa valid for 90 days after arrival.
If you leave Korea before receiving your RC, your visa will be automatically canceled,
and you will need to apply for a new visa and RC from outside Korea.
Therefore, do not schedule any overseas travel before receiving your Residence Card.
It typically takes 3 to 4 weeks for the RC to be issued after applying.