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Visa is one of the most important thing especially when you are thinking of living in Korea legally for a long time. However, there are not many specific stories about visa when you search through the internet. Famigo is now here to tell you!
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I’ll discuss the F2-7 visa, crucial for international students aiming to work and eventually obtain permanent residency in Korea.
The F2-7 visa is a points-based visa requiring a minimum of 80 points, considering factors like age, major, degree, and Korean language proficiency. Preparing for this visa should start at least 2-3 years before graduation, as accumulating the necessary points takes time. Many students realize too late that they lack the points needed because they didn’t prepare in advance.
The F2-7 visa has several advantages. It allows freedom in job selection and easier job changes compared to other visas. It also permits spouses to work if the primary applicant earns at least 44 million KRW annually, unlike the E-7-1 visa, which has stricter requirements.
Eligibility for the F2-7 visa extends to those with D-2 (student), D-10 (job seeker), D-8 (investment), and D-9 (trade) visas, but not to E-7-4 or other manufacturing-related visas. The visa must be applied for after securing a job and providing an employment contract. For associate and bachelor’s degree holders, three years of continuous residency on a relevant visa is required, or an annual income of at least 40 million KRW.
Scoring for the F2-7 visa includes six categories: age, academic background, Korean language proficiency, annual income, bonus points, and penalty points. Important categories to focus on include Korean language proficiency and annual income, which can be boosted through part-time work or internships.
Bonus points can be earned through activities like volunteering, which requires three years of consistent effort, best started while still in school. Penalty points can significantly affect eligibility, particularly for violations like unreported part-time work. It’s crucial to maintain compliance with visa regulations to avoid such penalties.
In summary, international students should start preparing for the F2-7 visa early, focusing on scoring criteria and compliance with visa regulations. For more information or assistance, please contact our office. Thank you.
☞ If you have any questions, please contact us through the chat icon or comment below.
I’ll discuss the F2-7 visa, crucial for international students aiming to work and eventually obtain permanent residency in Korea.
The F2-7 visa is a points-based visa requiring a minimum of 80 points, considering factors like age, major, degree, and Korean language proficiency. Preparing for this visa should start at least 2-3 years before graduation, as accumulating the necessary points takes time. Many students realize too late that they lack the points needed because they didn’t prepare in advance.
The F2-7 visa has several advantages. It allows freedom in job selection and easier job changes compared to other visas. It also permits spouses to work if the primary applicant earns at least 44 million KRW annually, unlike the E-7-1 visa, which has stricter requirements.
Eligibility for the F2-7 visa extends to those with D-2 (student), D-10 (job seeker), D-8 (investment), and D-9 (trade) visas, but not to E-7-4 or other manufacturing-related visas. The visa must be applied for after securing a job and providing an employment contract. For associate and bachelor’s degree holders, three years of continuous residency on a relevant visa is required, or an annual income of at least 40 million KRW.
Scoring for the F2-7 visa includes six categories: age, academic background, Korean language proficiency, annual income, bonus points, and penalty points. Important categories to focus on include Korean language proficiency and annual income, which can be boosted through part-time work or internships.
Bonus points can be earned through activities like volunteering, which requires three years of consistent effort, best started while still in school. Penalty points can significantly affect eligibility, particularly for violations like unreported part-time work. It’s crucial to maintain compliance with visa regulations to avoid such penalties.
In summary, international students should start preparing for the F2-7 visa early, focusing on scoring criteria and compliance with visa regulations. For more information or assistance, please contact our office. Thank you.
☞ If you have any questions, please contact us through the chat icon or comment below.