What is F2-7 Visa in Korea & How To Get It

Let me tell you about one of the best visas you can get as a foreigner in Korea — the F-2-7 visa. It’s a long-term residency visa based on a points system, and it gives you more freedom than most other visas. You can change jobs easily, stay long-term, and even bring family members with you. Sounds good? Let me guide you through how to get it! 📝✨ What is the F-2-7 Visa? It’s a visa for foreigners who’ve been working or studying in Korea and want to stay long-term. Instead of being tied to a job or school, the F-2-7 gives you flexibility while still requiring that you contribute positively to Korean society. How to Qualify 🧮 This visa uses a points system (you need 80 points out of 120). Points come from things like: - Age (20s and 30s get higher points) - Korean language skills (TOPIK or KIIP) - Education level - Annual income (the more you earn, the better) - Years spent in Korea - Volunteer work or community involvement You’ll also need to show: - Clean criminal record - Valid current visa (like E-7, D-2, D-10, etc.) - Health insurance and tax payment proof Pro Tip ✅ If you’re close to 80 points, try completing the KIIP program or volunteering. Every little point helps! ✅ Age (Maximum: 25 points) ✅ Education Level (Maximum: 25 points) ✅ Annual Income (Maximum: 30 points) ✅ Korean Language Proficiency / KIIP (Maximum: 28 points) ✅ Duration of Stay in Korea (Maximum: 15 points) ✅ Volunteer Work or Social Contribution (Maximum: 5 points) *btw these points system keep on changing so always make sure to check on hikorea.com website to find the updated points table. This visa is perfect if you love Korea and want to stay long-term without being tied down. Good luck and 화이팅! 🇰🇷📘 Oh and keep 'Kliking' :)