Top-Tier Visa (F-2-T)

PR pathway

South Korea · KR-F2T

Launched 2 April 2025 for elite talent in advanced industries, with residence for family and a route to permanent residence after 3 years. Widened to science and tech professors and researchers in June 2026.

No job offer neededDegree required
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2 wk - 6 wk
Processing time
typical decision
$60
Government fee
per applicant
$101,000
Minimum salary
per year
30/100
Popularity
route volume

Eligibility requirements

  • Job with a Korean firm in one of 8 advanced industries, or a science and tech research post
  • Income of at least 3 times GNI per capita (about KRW 150 million)
  • Master's or PhD from a global top-100 university, or Global 500 experience

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