Spouses of Korean nationals in a marriage recognised under Korean law. Carries broad work rights, unlike most other categories.
F-6F-series — Family or residency
Marriage to a Korean national
Residency for spouses of Korean citizens.
- Typical stay
- Renewable; a route to F-5 permanent residency over time
Not yet verified. Treat this as a starting point rather than the final word.
Rules change without notice. Always confirm with Hi Korea before you travel or pay a fee.
Who this is for
What you need
Bring originals and a photocopy of each. Offices differ on what they'll accept as a scan.
- Marriage certificate, recognised in both jurisdictions
- Spouse's family relation certificate
- Proof of income and housing
- Evidence of a genuine relationship
- Korean language ability or evidence of a shared language
Still not sure this is your situation?
Describe your specific case to the desk. You'll get a reference and a real answer rather than a link back to this page.