Residence Status and Visa Applications | Hwang Yunsang Administrative Office

When this applies

Foreign nationals preparing to extend their period of stay, change status of stay, apply for off-work activities, change or add workplace, or apply for permanent residence.

Procedure

01
Confirm current residence status, expiration date, and the purpose of the application.
02
Check application requirements and documents on the HiKorea visa navigator and residence-status guidance.
03
Apply via HiKorea electronic services or make a visit reservation with the competent immigration office and submit.

Filing route

HiKorea electronic services / visit reservation / the competent immigration office

Confirm the current filing office, jurisdiction, and online availability on the official website.

Official check

Actual processing agencyCompetent Immigration Office

Statutory and policy authorityKorea Immigration Service, Ministry of Justice

Online routeHiKorea

Deadlines & processing notes

For extensions of period of stay, eligibility to apply is reviewed from four months before expiration up to the date of expiration. Fees vary by status and application method; extension examples may be guided as KRW 60,000 in person and KRW 50,000 online.Official check

Fees & official charges

Administrative service feefrom KRW 170,000All administrative service fees exclude 10% VAT.

Government fee / taxImmigration fee varies by status and procedure; check HiKorea before filingOfficial fee source

Included in the basic fee — Initial document review, required-document guidance, basic form preparation, one filing support and one ordinary supplement.

Conditional success fee — For this service, any conditional success fee may be separately agreed within the lawful service scope and stated in a written engagement agreement. No outcome is guaranteed.

Displayed amounts are starting estimates, not statutory or standard rates. The final fee is confirmed after consultation and document review in the engagement agreement. Government fees and actual expenses may change.

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Basic documents

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PassportAlien registration card (if applicable)Residence-status specific application formsEvidence of employment, study, or family relationship as applicable

Scope of services

Hwang Yunsang Administrative Agent Office prepares and translates documents for administrative agencies, submits them on your behalf, and guides you through permit, application, and notification procedures. Services that require the principal’s personal appearance, principal’s application, or electronic signature may be limited in delegation.