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What happens if I marry a Korean?

Published in Korean Marriage & Citizenship 1 min read

Marrying a Korean citizen opens up opportunities for residency and eventually, Korean citizenship. Here's a breakdown:

Visa and Residency

  • Upon marrying a Korean national, you are eligible for an F-2-1 (Joining Family) visa.
  • This visa grants a period of stay (sojourn) between three to six months initially.

Naturalization and Citizenship

  • Naturalization is the process by which a foreign national married to a Korean national acquires Korean citizenship. (Reference: Naturalization is the process by which a foreign national married to a Korean national acquires Korean citizenship. Once married and on a F£²-1 (Joining Family) visa, the foreign national is granted a period of sojourn between three to six months.20-Mar-2024)

Summary

Marrying a Korean citizen provides a pathway to living in Korea and potentially becoming a Korean citizen through naturalization. You'll initially be granted a family-based visa allowing you to reside in Korea.

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