F-2 VISA 거주비자 (F2-7 visa, F2-99 visa), Resident VISA

14 May 2026

기다려 주신 분들을 위해 최근 F-2-R(지역특화형 우수인재) 비자와 관련해 아주 중요한 변경 사항을 명확히 설명해 드리고자 합니다.

어제 5시간 넘게 이어진 긴 상담으로 기운이 하나도 없어서 영상을 바로 올리지 못해 정말 죄송한 마음뿐입니다. 기다려 주신 분들을 위해 최근 F-2-R(지역특화형 우수인재) 비자와 관련해 아주 중요한 변경 사항을 명확히 설명해 드리고자 합니다.

https://youtu.be/50FsH4ipwtw

Hello!! This is Administrative Agent Jang Man-ik from VISA in KOREA (Janghaeng.com). I sincerely apologize for the delay in uploading this update. I was completely exhausted after a consultation that lasted over five hours yesterday. Today, I want to clearly explain a recent and significant change regarding the F-2-R (Regional Specialized Talent) visa.

결론부터 말씀드리면, 인구 감소 지역에서 '지역활력 소상공인 고용특례 요건'을 충족할 경우, 한국인 직원이 한 명도 없더라도 F-2-R 외국인 인력을 1명 고용할 수 있게 되었습니다.

The big news is that in population-declining areas, it is now possible to hire one F-2-R visa worker even if there are no Korean employees hired, provided the "Special Employment Conditions for Regional Vitality" are met.

기존에는 F-2-R 신청 시 반드시 한국인 직원이 최소 1명 이상 있어야 했지만, 인구 감소 지역의 현실을 반영해 2026년 5월 18일부터 2027년 12월 31일까지 약 2년간 한시적으로 이 규정이 완화됩니다.

Originally, having at least one Korean staff member was mandatory. However, to reflect the reality of population-declining areas, this new pilot rule will be in effect from May 18, 2026, to December 31, 2027.

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6 May 2026

어떻게 F-2-7 비자 변경을 준비할 것인가?? 그리고 영주권 F-5-16 비자 신청 준비하기...장행닷컴행정사 VISA in KOREA 장행닷컴 JOBS

https://youtu.be/p6aBDYqU-yo

How to prepare for the F-2-7 visa change?? And preparing to apply for the F-5-16 permanent residency visa.

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22 Apr 2026

F-2-R Visa Extension: What You Need to Know If You Changed Jobs

https://youtu.be/Lw2nwBzUpyI

If you received an F-2-R visa in 2024, worked for over a year, and then changed your workplace in 2025, you will need a Re-recommendation Letter when you extend your visa.

According to the 1345 Foreigners' Information Center, the 2026 F-2-R visa guidelines allow workers to change workplaces by getting a recommendation letter and "permission for activities outside your visa category" from the Immigration Office. However, in practice, workers who recently visited the Immigration Office were told they need a new recommendation letter from their metropolitan or provincial government — because the government has no way of knowing where you currently work until you show up to extend your visa.

For this reason, immigration offices are now requiring F-2-R holders who changed jobs to get a new letter of recommendation that confirms their current employment. The good news is that there is no special quota for this letter — you just need to follow the standard application process to have it reissued.

If you're extending your F-2-R visa this year and have changed companies, make sure to get a new recommendation letter from your metropolitan or provincial government before visiting the Immigration Office.

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22 Apr 2026

If you obtained an F-2-R visa in 2024, worked for more than one year, and then changed your workplace in 2025, you must obtain-

If you obtained an F-2-R visa in 2024, worked for more than one year, and then changed your workplace in 2025, you must obtain a 'Re-recommendation Letter' when extending your F-2-R visa!!! 2024년도에 F-2-R 비자를 받고 1년 이상 일한 후 2025년도에 근무처를 변경한 경우, F-2-R 비자 연장할 때 '재추천서'를 받아야 합니다!!!

The 1345 Foreigners' Comprehensive Information Center and guidelines state that since the 2026 F-2-R visa guidelines were issued this year, you can work by obtaining a recommendation letter and 'permission for activities outside your visa category' from the Immigration Office when 'changing workplaces.'

However, it is reported that a worker who recently visited the Immigration Office to extend his F-2-R visa was informed that he must obtain a new recommendation letter from the relevant metropolitan local government because they obtained the visa in 2024 and changed companies in 2025.

When I checked with the Gyeongsangbuk-do K-Dream Center, they stated that even if an F-2-R visa worker changes their workplace, the metropolitan local government does not know where the worker is currently working, except when extending the visa at the Immigration Office.

Therefore, starting this year, it is said that immigration offices are requiring F-2-R visa holders to obtain a new letter of recommendation from their respective metropolitan or provincial governments to verify where they are currently employed.

It is reported that there is no special quota required for the letter of recommendation used to extend an F-2-R visa; you simply need to go through the existing application process to have it reissued.

Workers seeking to extend their F-2-R visas this year who have changed companies are strongly advised to obtain a new letter of recommendation from their metropolitan or provincial government before visiting the immigration office.

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Address: Room 1009, 10F, Metro Biz Tower, 5, Magokjungang 2-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul/ Contact: 010-6383-3078 / 02-523-3075

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16 Apr 2026

New Updates for the F-2-7 Visa Point System

https://youtu.be/sCdSMQM5HH0

The F-2-7 visa point system has recently been updated to make the process fairer and more flexible for professional workers. Here are the three most important changes:

1. Better Recognition for Time Spent Abroad

Normally, spending too much time outside of Korea can count against your residency requirements. However, certain jobs require workers to be overseas as part of their daily duties. For Fisheries Enterprise Managers (E-7-1) and Ship Officers (E-5), the government now recognizes that being at sea or abroad is a necessary part of the job. This means that time spent working outside the country will now be counted as time spent in Korea when calculating visa points.

2. More Flexible Points for Top University Graduates

If you graduated from a world-class university, you can earn significant bonus points. The new rule changes how these points are awarded:

-The Old Way: Points were based on whether your school was ranked in the top lists at the time you graduated.

-The New Way: Points are now based on your application date. If your university was listed in the QS Top 500 or Times Top 200 at any point within the five years before you apply or renew your visa, you are eligible for the bonus points.

3. Stricter Rules for Volunteer Work Points

While you can still earn extra points by volunteering in Korea, the requirements have become more specific. To prevent confusion, you must now meet three specific criteria at the same time to receive credit.

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JANGHAENG JOBS (2025-3150201-14-5-00015)

Address: Room 1009, 10F, Metro Biz Tower, 5, Magokjungang 2-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul/ Contact: 010-6383-3078 / 02-523-3075

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14 Apr 2026

F-2-7 Visa (Points-Based Residence Visa) — Recent Changes & Application Now!!

1. *(Adding) More Time Abroad Now Counts as Time in Korea (for Certain Workers)

People who work in Fisheries Enterprise Manager (E-7-1 visa) or as Ship Officers (E-5 visa) often spend long periods at sea or overseas - that's just part of their job.

Previously, time spent outside Korea could hurt their chances of qualifying for the F-2-7 visa, because the visa requires you to have lived in Korea for a certain amount of time.

* What changed: Time spent overseas for work (such as being on an international ship) will now count as time spent in Korea. This makes it much easier for these workers to meet the residency requirement when applying to extend or change their visa.

2. Big Bonus Points for Graduates of Top World Universities

If you graduated from a globally ranked university within the last ** 5 years before applying, you can receive significantly more points than graduates of regular Korean universities.

* Qualifying universities:

·Ranked in the Top 500 by QS World University Rankings, OR

·Ranked in the Top 200 by Times Higher Education (THE)

** Note: The old rules used a fixed graduation year cutoff, meaning people who graduated before 2014 couldn't benefit. The new rules use a rolling 5-year window from your *application *date, which is more flexible and fair.

* Points by degree level:

·Top World University PhD(30), Domestic PhD(10),

·Top World University Master Degree(20), Domestic Master’s Degree(7),

·Top World University Bachelor’s Degree(15), Domestic Bachelor’s Degree(5),

** Two things to keep in mind:

If you have multiple degrees, only your highest-scoring degree counts. All bonus points combined cannot exceed 40 points total.

3. Clearer Rules for Earning Extra Points Through Volunteering

The F-2-7 visa uses a points system - the more points you have, the better your chances. One way to earn extra (bonus) points is by doing volunteer work in Korea.

Before, the rules weren't very specific. Now, three things must all be met at the same time to get points: how long you've been volunteering, how many times you volunteered, and how many total hours you put in.

** Here's a simple breakdown:

· 7 points: 3 years or more + 18 times or more + 150 hours or more

· 5 points: 2–3 years + 12 times or more + 100 hours or more

· 1 point: 1–2 years + 6 times or more + 50 hours or more

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Address: Room 1009, 10F, Metro Biz Tower, 5, Magokjungang 2-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul/ Contact: 010-6383-3078 / 02-523-3075

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11 Apr 2026

Thinking of Starting Your Own Business? Keep Your F-2-7 Visa Safe!!

The F-2-7 (Points-Based) Visa is one of the best ways to live and work in Korea. It gives you the freedom that other visas don’t.

We see many talented people making big moves with it:

· IT Professionals (E-7-1 Visa) who switch to an F-2-7 Visa to launch their own startups.

· Teachers (E-2 Visa) who get an F-2-7 Visa to finally open their own language schools.

It’s exciting to be your own boss! But there is one thing many people forget: *The Extension.

- Getting the visa is just the beginning-you have to make sure you can keep it.

O Two Simple Rules for a Smooth Extension

1. Keep Your Points High (80+ Points):

To stay on an F-2-7 Visa, you must always maintain at least 80 points. If you change jobs or your situation changes, your points might drop. It’s always good to check your score regularly.

2. Watch Your Income:

Unlike a permanent visa(F-5 Visa), the F-2-7 Visa requires you to earn a certain amount every year to renew it. Usually, this is at least the minimum annual wage from the previous year.

* Important Note: If you quit your job to start a business right after getting your visa, your income might drop temporarily. This can make your extension very difficult. Planning ahead is the key!

The F-2-7 Visa is a great tool for your life in Korea, but it requires careful preparation. You don’t have to figure it out alone.

At VISA in KOREA, we make the process simple and stress-free. Whether you are extending your visa or changing your status, we provide the expert advice you need to stay safe and successful.

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Address: Room 1009, 10F, Metro Biz Tower, 5, Magokjungang 2-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul/ Contact: 010-6383-3078 / 02-523-3075

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2 Apr 2026

***Important Fact Check: Does Your E-7-4 Visa Time Reset When Applying for F-2-99 Visa? * F-2-99 비자를 신청할 때 E-7-4 비자 기간이 없어지나요?***

Important Fact Check: Does Your E-7-4 Visa Time Reset When Applying for F-2-99 Visa? * F-2-99 비자를 신청할 때 E-7-4 비자 기간이 없어지나요? 팩트 체크해 주세요!!

Hello! This is JANG Man-ik from VISA in KOREA. 장행닷컴행정사사무소의 장만익 행정사입니다.

Today, I want to talk about a very important topic: the F-2-99 visa and your working period. 여러분의 근무 기간과 F-2-99 비자에 대해 이야기 해 볼게요.

Recently, there is a confusing rumor online. 최근에 온라인 상에서 여러분을 헷갈리게 하는 소문이 돌고 있어요.

Some people say that even if you change to a D-10 (Job Seeking) visa, your past years on an E-7-4 visa will still be counted for the F-2-99 visa. 사람들이 이야기 하는데 E-7-4 비자에서 D-10 비자로 변경해도 F-2-99 비자로 변경할 때 E-7-4 비자 기간이 계속 인정된다구요.

This is NOT true. 하지만 이 정보는 사실이 아닙니다.

Here is the real rule: 실제 룰은 아래와 같습니다.

If you have an E-7-4 visa for 4 years, but you quit and change to a D-10 visa, your 5-year clock resets to zero. E-7-4 비자로 4년 있다가 D-10 비자로 변경하면 F-2-99 비자로 변경하기 위한 5년의 기간은 Zero부터 시작됩니다.

Even if you find a new job and get an E-7-4 visa again for 2 years, your total time is only 2 years, not 6. 그 후에 D-10 비자에서 일을 찾아서 E-7-4 비자로 변경하더라도 F-2-99 비자를 변경하기 위한 총 기간은 6년이 아닌 2년 밖에 안됩니다.

The previous 4 years are gone because the D-10 visa breaks the continuous period needed for the F-2-99 visa. D-10 비자를 받기 전에 E-7-4 비자로 일한 4년의 기간이 없어지는 것은 F-2-99 비자로 변경에 필요한 기간의 계속성이 없기 때문입니다.

This is a very important point. 이 내용은 상당히 중요합니다.

If you only have 2 years on your new visa, you must wait 3 more years to apply for the F-2-99 visa. E-7-4 비자로 회사를 구해서 2년을 일하고 있다면 3년은 더 일해야 F-2-99 비자로 변경할 수 있다는 이야기 입니다.

Visa rules are tricky and change often. 비자 룰은 상당히 어렵고 자주 변합니다.

Before you quit your job or change your visa, please check with a professional. You can always contact me at VISA in KOREA for expert advice. 지금 E-7-4 비자를 가지고 있다면 회사를 그만두고 D-10 비자로 변경하기 전에 VISA in KOREA와 같은 전문가와 먼저 상담을 해보세요.

Don't let wrong information ruin your future in Korea. Get the right facts and plan your career safely. Thank you! 잘못된 정보는 여러분의 미래를 힘들게 할 수 있어요. VISA in KOREA와 함께 정확한 정보로 F-2-99 비자로 변경할 수 있도록 노력해 봐요!

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1 Apr 2026

F-2-99VISA Change Period Rumors (E-7-4 비자에서 F-2-99 비자로 변경할 경우 기간 문제) 장행닷컴행정사 VISA in KOREA 장행닷컴 JOBS

https://youtu.be/VV7amJ6aRB4

Why Your E-7-4 VISA Period Resets to Zero When You Apply For F-2-99 VISA?? Is it TRUE??

Hello, I am Jang Man-ik from VISA in KOREA, and today I want to share some very important information about the F-2-99 visa.

Recently, there has been some confusing information on social media saying that your past work years are still counted even if you change your visa, but I must tell you the truth.

If you switch from an E-7-4 visa to a D-10 visa to look for a new job, your previous working period is reset to zero.

For example, imagine you worked for 4 years on an E-7-4 visa and then switched to a D-10 visa; those 4 years will unfortunately disappear from your record.

Even if you find a new company and get an E-7-4 visa again for 2 more years, your total time is not 6 years.

In the eyes of the immigration office, you have only completed 2 years on your new visa because the D-10 visa breaks the continuous period required for the F-2-99 visa.

This means you would need to work for 3 more years from that point to finally reach the 5-year requirement for residency.

Please be very careful before quitting your job or changing your visa status, as it can seriously delay your future plans in Korea.

If you have any questions or need a fact check, always consult with a professional at VISA in KOREA to stay safe and protect your career.

For more detailed information about F-2-99 VISA Change Rumors, kindly review my YouTube Movie for your reference!!!

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JANGHAENG VISA in KOREA

JANGHAENG Dot Com JOBS (2025-3150201-14-5-00015)

Room 1009, 10F, Metro Biz Tower, 5, Magokjungang 2-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

010-6383-3078/02-523-3075

KakaoTalk: janghaeng

E-mail: janghaeng@naver.com

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