1. Overview
F-5-25 Permanent Residency is for people who invested at least the amount set by the Minister of Justice on the condition of maintaining the investment for 5 years or more (Enforcement Decree Annex 1-3 No. 16). The applicant deposits KRW 3 billion or more in the Korea Development Bank public-benefit investment immigration fund and pledges to maintain the investment for 5 years.
2. Eligibility Requirements
- Deposit of KRW 3 billion or more in the Korea Development Bank public-benefit investment immigration fund before the application date
- Pledge to maintain the investment status for 5 years
- If part or all of the deposit is withdrawn early, the permanent residence status is revoked
- Subsistence-ability requirement and basic-literacy requirement are exempt
- Good conduct requirement applies
3. Required Documents
Documents may differ by individual case, and the immigration office may request other documents it deems necessary.
4. Procedure
- Consultation and review of eligibility for this F-5 sub-category
- Preparation of common documents and category-specific documents
- Application for permanent residence (F-5) status at the competent immigration office
- Review by the immigration office (timing varies by case; confirm with the office)
- Receipt of the permanent residence card
5. Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How long does the process take?
A. Processing time varies depending on the competent Immigration Office.
Q. What are the benefits of using an administrative agent?
A. An administrative agent can help with case-by-case review of requirements and document preparation, with support in 4 languages.
Q. Which languages are supported?
A. Consultations are available in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese via KakaoTalk · WeChat · LINE · WhatsApp.
Q. What if my application is denied?
A. Depending on the denial reason, you may be able to supplement documents or reapply. Strategy varies by case — we recommend consultation first.