Korea F-2-7 Points Visa: Complete 2026 Guide
The F-2-7 visa (Long-Term Residency) is Korea's points-based system for highly-skilled foreign residents. It offers a pathway to long-term residence and eventually permanent residency (F-5).
What is the F-2-7 Visa?
The F-2-7 is designed for highly-qualified foreign professionals who have been living in Korea. Unlike other visas, you apply from within Korea after accumulating points based on your qualifications and contributions to Korean society.
Who Can Apply?
You must be currently residing in Korea with one of these visa statuses:
- E-1 through E-7 (work visas)
- D-7, D-8, D-9 (corporate/investment)
- D-2 (student, with restrictions)
- F-2, F-4 (residency/overseas Korean)
F-2-7 Points Table (2026)
| Category | Max Points | |----------|-----------| | Age (20-34: 25pts, 35-39: 20pts, 40+: decreasing) | 25 | | Education (PhD: 35pts, Master's: 25pts, Bachelor's: 15pts) | 35 | | Korean Language (TOPIK) (Level 6: 20pts, Level 5: 15pts) | 20 | | Annual Income (₩50M+: 20pts scaled) | 20 | | Korean Residence Period (5+ years: 15pts) | 15 | | Specialized Field (STEM bonus) | Bonus | | Total required to qualify | 80 points |
Required Documents
- Passport and Alien Registration Card (ARC)
- Transcript and diploma (authenticated)
- TOPIK certificate (if applicable)
- Income proof: tax returns, bank statements
- Employment certificate
- Application form + photos
Key Benefits of the F-2-7
- 5-year residency with multiple re-entry rights
- Work in any field (no employment restriction)
- Path to F-5 permanent residency after 3 years
- Spouse and children eligible for F-3 status
Processing Time
- Standard: 2–4 weeks at local immigration office
- Document preparation: 2–4 weeks (if authentication needed)
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