Based on published Korean immigration guidelines. This is not legal advice. For your specific situation, consult a licensed immigration consultant (행정사) or attorney (변호사).
D-8 → F-2: Change from D-8 to F-2
Korea · Visa Status Change
Timeline
审批需2至4周
Exit required?
In-country
Documents
5 required
Confidence
High
The bigger picture
Key Requirements
持续3年以上维持50万美元以上的投资，或持续2年以上维持30万美元以上的投资并雇用2名以上韩国全职员工。同时须通过投资者轨道达到F-2积分总分门槛。
Required Documents
- FDI登记证明
- 投资证明（银行转账记录、资本验证）
- 营业执照
- 员工记录（如主张雇用轨道）
- 纳税记录
Process Timeline
- 1
Prepare documents
Gather all 5 required documents listed above
- 2
Submit application
Submit at local Immigration Office (출입국관리사무소) in Korea
- 3
Processing
审批需2至4周
- 4
Receive new ARC
Pick up updated Alien Registration Card
Important Notes
F-2-5投资者路径与积分制F-2-7是独立的不同路径。F-2-5面向维持了大规模投资并为韩国创造了就业岗位的D-8投资者。取得F-2后，可继续申请F-5永久居留权。
The Bigger Picture
This change is part of a longer path to permanent residence in Korea:
迈向永久居留权的常见路径：D-8 → F-2 → F-5
Last updated: 2026-03-18
Other paths from D-8
Information for general reference only. Final decisions on visa status changes rest solely with Korea Immigration Service. Requirements may change — always verify with the official source before applying.