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F-3 Dependent Family

F-3 Dependent Family

South Korea · Family

What it is

Korean visa for accompanying dependants (동반), the spouse and children of a foreign national holding a long-stay status in Korea. Official sub-categories: F-3-1 동반 (accompanying spouse/children).

Key facts

Category
Family
Duration
Granted for the same period as the accompanied principal (동반하는 본인에 정하여진 기간).
Processing time
See the Korea Visa Portal.
Path to permanent residence
No
Dependants
No

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.

Fees

Application fee (single entry, stay 91 days or more)
USD 60
Application fee (if issued as a 2-entry visa)
USD 70
Application fee (if issued as a multiple-entry visa)
USD 90

Key requirements

  • Passport valid for the intended stay
  • Completed visa application form
  • Documents evidencing the purpose of stay for this status
  • Visa application at a Korean embassy or consulate

Working on this visa

Only the activities of this status of residence are permitted; employment or any other activity requires prior permission for out-of-status activity (Immigration Act Art. 20).

Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 18 July 2026.