[Announcement Regarding Re-Entry Permit]

Reimplementation of Re-Entry Permit Exemption 

as of April 1, 2022 after suspension due to COVID-19

The Re-Entry Permit Exemption which has been suspended since June 1, 2020 will be
 reimplemented as of April 1, 2022 according to changes in COVID response in the nation. 

▢ Those Exempted from Re-entry Permit

❍ (Registered Foreigners) Diplomat (A-1) through International Agreement (A-3), Korean Arts and Culture (D-1) through Dependent Family (F-3), Marriage Migrant (F-6) through Work and Visit (H-2) status holders for Re-entry into the ROK within 1 year from the date of departure

※ Re-entry will be allowed until the validity of stay for persons with period of stay of less than l year

❍ (Permanent Resident, F-5) For re-entry within 2 years from the date of departure

❍ (Overseas Korean, F-4) For re-entry within authorized period of stay

❍ (Holders of Refugee Travel Document) For re-entry within validity period of the document

❍ (Those from Exempted Countries) For re-entry of nationals from Exempted Countries* within authorized period of stay

* (13 Countries) Republic of Suriname, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Luxembourg, Belgium, Sweden, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, France, Finland, Chile (D-7, D-8, D-9)

▢ Re-Entry Permit Exemption Ineligibility

❍ Persons banned from entering Korea and persons to whom visa issuance is prohibited will need additional review procedures and re-entry permit can be restricted → Please inquire at immigration offices

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