Korea Immigration Fine Schedule — Complete Guide
Fines under the Immigration Control Act vary significantly by violation type and duration. The table below summarises the official guidelines issued by the Ministry of Justice. If you have received a fine notice or are concerned about a potential violation, consult a specialist immediately.
Failure to Report Foreign Employee Status Change
Employer fails to report within 15 days of dismissal, resignation, death, whereabouts unknown, contract change, etc.
| Duration | Standard Fine |
|---|---|
| < 3 months | ₩100,000 |
| 3–6 months | ₩300,000 |
| 6 months – 1 year | ₩500,000 |
Failure to Register as Foreigner (Overstay of Registration)
Foreign national who must register (stay > 90 days) fails to do so within 90 days of entry
| Duration | Standard Fine |
|---|---|
| < 1 month | ₩200,000 |
| 1–3 months | ₩500,000 |
| 3–6 months | ₩1,000,000 |
| 6 months – 1 year | ₩2,000,000 |
| 1–2 years | ₩5,000,000 |
| 2+ years | ₩10,000,000 |
Hiring Unauthorised Foreign Workers
Employing a foreign national without a valid work visa. Both corporations and individuals may be punished
| Duration | Standard Fine |
|---|---|
| < 3 months | ₩3M – ₩30M |
| 3–6 months | ₩5M – ₩30M |
| 6 months – 1 year | ₩7M – ₩30M |
| 1–2 years | ₩9M – ₩30M |
| 2+ years | ₩11M – ₩30M |
Overstay / Unauthorised Activities
Activity beyond permitted stay period or visa category
| Duration | Standard Fine |
|---|---|
| < 1 month | ₩2,000,000 |
| 1–3 months | ₩3,000,000 |
| 3–6 months | ₩4,000,000 |
Working Without a Work Visa (Employee Side)
Foreign national personally working without a valid work visa
| Duration | Standard Fine |
|---|---|
| 6 months – 1 year | ₩7,000,000 |
| 1–2 years | ₩10,000,000 |
| 2–3 years | ₩15,000,000 |
Using Forged / Others' Passport
Use of a forged, altered, or another person's passport
| Duration | Standard Fine |
|---|---|
| 1st offence | ₩5,000,000 |
| 2nd offence | ₩15,000,000 |
| 3rd+ offence | ₩30,000,000 |
Address Change Notification Failure
Registered foreigner fails to report change of residence within 14 days
| Duration | Standard Fine |
|---|---|
| < 3 months | ₩100,000 |
| 3–6 months | ₩300,000 |
| 6 months – 1 year | ₩500,000 |
| 1–2 years | ₩700,000 |
| 2+ years | ₩1,000,000 |
Fines must be paid by the stated deadline. Late payment results in surcharges and may lead to forced collection or a departure ban. Check the notice immediately and consult a specialist.
Immigration violations may result in a fine (administrative notification), a penalty, criminal punishment (fine or imprisonment), or a combination. Illegal employment, use of forged passports, and long-term overstay can lead to criminal prosecution and deportation.
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For fine notices, illegal employment issues, overstay, or any immigration matter, contact Vision Administrative Office for immediate assistance.
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