Extension of Stay

1Permission for Extension of Stay

Those who seek to extend their period of stay prior to the expiration of their current one should apply for Permission for extension.

2Application Period for Extension

Application Eligibility : Foreigners who visited for study or research activity in minor college or higher level of educational/academic institute can apply for extension of stay 2 months before the expiration date of the current status. In case of applying for the extension after the expiration date, the individual shall pay the penalty according to Article 25 of the Immigration Act.

3Required Documents

A Principal or principal's agent shall prepare the required documents (See the documents by the qualification) to the Immigration Office of the jurisdiction.

Each category of visa may require additional documents:

• 1

  Passport and ARC

• 2

  Application form (downloadable at Immigration Office Homepage)

• 3

  Certificate of Registration

• 4

  School Fees payment receipt or waiver agreement

• 5

  One official transcript

• 6

  Document proving expenses for domestic staying : passbook, etc. (over KRW 6,500,000)

• 7

  Process Fees (tax stamp KRW 60,000)

• 8

  Certificate of Residence

• 9

  Invitation for Study Extension from CAU

Required Documents