After Your Korean Visa Is Issued: Next Steps

After Your Korean Visa Is Issued: Next Steps — Once your Korean visa is issued, several critical tasks must be completed within tight deadlines. This guide walks through entry, ARC registration, banking, mobile, and address registration.

Visa Overview

Day 0: Enter Korea with visa-stamped passport. Within 90 days: Register at local immigration for ARC. After ARC: Open bank account, register address at local district office, sign mobile contract, sign apartment lease (if applicable). Track visa expiry and renewal date.

Eligibility Requirements

ARC required for any stay over 90 days. Bank account requires ARC. Address registration must be filed within 14 days of moving. Mobile contracts typically require ARC + bank account.

Required Documents

Required documents typically include: passport copy, visa application form, color photo (3.5×4.5cm), business registration certificate (or employer documents), employment contract, education and career proof, and supporting financials. Specific documents vary by visa category — VISION ARC verifies completeness for each case.

Application Process

Process: 1) Initial consultation and visa category confirmation 2) Document preparation and translation 3) Apply at consulate (overseas) or immigration office (in Korea) 4) Receive visa and enter Korea 5) ARC registration within 90 days 6) Compliance and renewals.

Frequently Asked Questions