Family visas
South Korean F-3 Dependent Family Visa
A residence visa letting spouses and minor children accompany certain long-stay visa holders in Korea.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
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The exact list of principal visa categories eligible to bring F-3 dependants is unverified here and must be confirmed with the Korea Immigration Service.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official South Korea government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Accompanying Family (F-3)
- Route type
- Dependent / family accompaniment visa
- Dependent on
- The principal holder's underlying long-stay visa
- Work
- Generally not permitted without switching visa
Who it is for
- Spouses of eligible long-stay visa holders (e.g. certain work, study, investment routes)
- Unmarried minor children of the principal visa holder
Requirements
- Qualifying relationship to a principal holder in an eligible visa category
- Civil-status documents proving the relationship, with required legalisation/translation
- Evidence the principal can support the accompanying family members
How to apply
- Apply at a Korean mission or via the Korea Visa Portal alongside or after the principal
- Provide the relationship and supporting financial documents
- Complete alien registration after arrival
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.