Free review
Check feasibility and where to begin
An initial review of the information provided; detailed strategy is handled in a paid consultation.
Visa & Immigration
Korea Visa & Immigration Support
Start by identifying the visa pathway and preparation steps that fit what you plan to do in Korea.
We review your current immigration status, intended activities in Korea, and available documents to identify the visa pathways and preparation steps to consider first. We then examine the relevant procedures, including changes or extensions of status, and explain what requires further checking and how to prepare.
Get a free review of your situation
Start with your situation
Current status
Your status, expiry date, and whether you are in Korea
Your goal
Extension, status change, invitation, or another purpose
Current progress
Any filing, request for additional documents, or deadline
The free review covers initial feasibility and where to start. A paid consultation covers document review and a tailored preparation strategy. You can begin with a brief description; send identity documents only when requested through the appropriate channel.
Request a free reviewPlan the three connected decisions together
Permits, the Korean business entity and immigration status affect one another. Start from your current decision, then check the connected steps before fixing an opening or hiring date.
Formal cooperation · INSIGHT Law Firm
Administrative services and separate legal matters
ETHOS directly handles authorized immigration and residency procedures. If separate advice on investment or employment disputes is required, we can explain how to contact our cooperating law firm at your request.
The law firm independently decides on engagement and fees. Client information is not automatically shared.
Who it's for
- Those who need a status change or extension of stay
- Those needing a business / investment / employment visa
- Those facing a removal or departure order
- Those preparing permanent residence or naturalization
- Those needing an invitation (certificate of confirmation of visa issuance)
- Those who received a supplement request for their stay
How we help you
- Understand the facts and questions that need review
- Organize the documents needed for the next step
Process
- 01
Review the facts
Passport, residence card, prior dispositions
- 02
Check eligibility
Compare current vs. target status requirements
- 03
Prepare documents
Required & recommended materials per authority
- 04
File & track
Through filing and supplement responses
Documents
- Passport copy (bio page)
- Alien registration card copy
- Status evidence (employment certificate, business registration, etc.)
- Residence proof (lease, family records, etc.)
- Prior disposition / notice (if any)
※ May expand or narrow per case.
Key deadlines
- Extension of stay
- Before your current period of stay ends (Enforcement Decree of the Immigration Act Art. 31(1) (Act Art. 25))
- Status change
- Within the current period of stay
- Objection to a deportation order
- Within 7 days of receiving the deportation order (Immigration Act Art. 60(1))
※ May differ by individual case.
What happens if you wait
- Missing information can delay the initial review
- Unclear requirements can lead to avoidable document revisions
- Starting preparation late leaves less time to resolve outstanding questions
What each service covers
Paid consultation
Plan your documents and next steps
Document review, preparation sequence, supporting arguments, and an engagement fee estimate.
Engagement
Agree on the work to be carried out
Confirm the scope and fee before proceeding. A consultation does not automatically include filing or agency responses.
30 minutes · KRW 33,000–55,000 · Consultation fee fully credited upon engagement.
Consultation details and bookingAdministrative attorney vs. lawyer vs. doing it yourself
Compare the three ways to handle the same matter in one table.
| Item | RecommendedAdministrative attorneyETHOS | Hiring a lawyer | Doing it yourself |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best suited for | Administrative procedures, documents, permits | Litigation and legal disputes | Simple filings and reports |
| Cost | Quoted in advance per matter | Generally higher | KRW 0 |
| Deadline management | Included |
Frequently asked
My stay expires soon — is it still possible?
Filing before expiry is the rule. We confirm the feasible scope for your case first.
What are the F-2 change requirements?
Point-system items and documents vary by case; we advise after reviewing the facts.
I received a removal order.
We first check the disposition and notice dates to review the appeal scope and materials.
I'm looking into an employment visa for a foreign worker.
We pre-review industry, role, and qualification requirements, then advise on possible visa types.
This is general information only; feasibility and procedures require case-by-case review and confirmation with the official agency.
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