F3 Visa Information - Dependant Family Visa

The F3 Visa is intended for a spouse or children of an E2 (or other) Visa holder.

A F3 Visa holder:

is allowed to remain in Korea for the duration of the contracted Visa
is NOT allowed to work under any circumstances

The following documents are needed to apply:

A passport valid for the duration of the visa
1 passport-sized photo
The original marriage certificate/ or birth certificate for children
A copy of the front and back of the E2 visa holders Alien Card (*when applying at Korean Immigration)
Proof of the E2 visa (i.e. Visa Issuance Number)
Visa fee (please contact your consulate for the exact rate)
Visa Application Form

There are 2 ways to apply:

You can apply for a spousal visa at the same time as the E2 Visa. Submit all required documents when you arrange your visa interview at the Korean Consulate.

Your spouse or children can also enter Korea on a tourist visa and change it to an F3 visa at the Korean Immigration Office.

* These are general guidelines only, for up-to-date information, please contact your local Korean Consulate.