Arrival & visas

Documents, appointments and the changes you need to report.

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Arrival & visas — Documents, appointments and the changes you need to report.
Finding a home — Understand the costs and ask better questions before signing.
Work & business — Job searches, contracts and where to ask for help.
Health & help — Find care, explain what you need and prepare for the unexpected.
Study & Korean — Classes, campus life and support for school-age learners.
Family life — Practical starting points for couples, parents and children.
Getting around — Public transport, taxis and driving in Seoul.
Everyday essentials — Phones, money, recycling and a place to feel at home.
Business trips — Plan a workable schedule, stay connected and keep clear records.

Before you fly: check your entry purpose
A holiday, a degree course and a paid job need different checks. Start with what you will actually do in Korea, rather than the name of a visa you have heard about.
Getting your residence card organised
For many long-term arrivals, foreigner registration is the next administrative task after finding an address. Book early enough to leave room for missing documents.
Before your first immigration appointment
A reservation is only one part of the visit. The right office, the right service and a complete folder matter just as much.
Extending your stay or changing its purpose
An extension gives you more time under a status; a change of status concerns a different purpose. Explain your next activity clearly before choosing an application.
Moved home? Update your registered address
Changing the address on a delivery app does not update your immigration record. Make official address reporting an early part of your moving checklist.