Visa Impact by Type
The impact of an offense and the appropriate response strategy differ based on your current visa type.
Changing employment without employer consent or criminal charges may lead to visa cancellation.
Unauthorized workplace changes, unauthorized work, or criminal charges may trigger departure orders or deportation.
Criminal charges or DUI may affect your student visa status, and your school may be notified.
Serious offenses may result in permanent residency revocation or overseas Korean status review.
Domestic violence or breakdown of the marriage requires separate review of visa status.
Violations of work permits or criminal offenses may lead to departure orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I extend my Korea visa after paying a criminal fine?
Paying a criminal fine does not automatically cancel your visa, but the offense and your visa type can be weighed when immigration reviews an extension or change. Immigration reviews the case separately from the criminal proceedings, so the outcome depends on the individual case. The visa-type guidance above shows how E-7, E-9, D-2, F-2/F-4/F-5, F-6 and H-2 holders are affected differently.