A long-term status generally intended for people who already hold an eligible Korean status and meet the applicable income, assets, integration or points requirements.
Route overview
Typical timeline / duration: Residence duration depends on F-2 subtype and approval.
Important notes
F-2 long-term residence is generally for people already resident under eligible statuses and meeting income/assets/KIIP or points criteria.
The exact criteria depend on the F-2 subtype and may include income, assets, Korean language or KIIP, points, residence history and a clean immigration record.
F-2 may allow broad work rights, but the permitted activities depend on the approved subtype and conditions.
Preparation checklist
Confirm the financial evidence required for the specific F-2 subtype, including any income, assets, language or points evidence.
Check work rights and restrictions: F-2 may allow broad work rights, but it is not a first-entry passive-income visa.
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