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- Read more: Do I need to register as a foreign resident if I stay in Korea for a long time?
- Read more: I want to know what my residence status is and what I'm allowed to do
- Read more: Do I need to register as a foreign resident if I stay in Korea for a long time?
- Read more: Do I need to register as a foreign resident if I stay in Korea for a long time?
- See where to get help
Documents and steps differ by residence status. Check what applies to you with 1345 or on HiKorea before you apply.
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If you plan to stay more than 90 days from the day you entered, you must register as a foreign resident within 90 days at the immigration office for the area where you live.
Your residence status (visa type) sets out what you are allowed to do in Korea. Knowing your status exactly is the first step for every procedure.
Where you can get help
Immigration Contact Center 1345 (HiKorea)
Area: NationwideStay & visa
How they can help
Multilingual advice on visa status, extensions and alien registration. Office visits are booked on HiKorea.
- Languages
- Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
- Opening hours
- Weekdays 09:00-18:00
WebsitePhone 1345
hikorea.go.kr
What to say once the call connects
- “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
- “Can I get advice in English, Chinese, Vietnamese?”
- “Can young people get advice here too?”
- “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”
These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.
Last reviewed 6 September 2026
Danuri Call Center 1577-1366
Emergency lineArea: NationwideFamilyViolence & safety
How they can help
A 24-hour multilingual call center for migrants, covering daily-life questions and violence support.
- Languages
- Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
- Opening hours
- 24 hours
WebsitePhone 1577-1366
liveinkorea.kr
What to say once the call connects
- “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
- “Can I get advice in English, Chinese, Vietnamese?”
- “Can young people get advice here too?”
- “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”
These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.
Last reviewed 6 September 2026
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