Korea F-2-7 Points-Based Residence Visa: Scoring Criteria and Strategies
Korea F-2-7 Points-Based Residence Visa Guide
A complete analysis of the F-2-7 residence visa points system, including scoring categories (age, education, TOPIK, income) and KIIP strategies.
By Kim & Hyun Law Office
The F-2-7 visa allows high-scoring foreign residents in Korea to change their status to a flexible residence visa if they score 80 points or more out of 120.
1. Basic Scoring Categories
Points are distributed across Age (max 25), Education (max 35), Korean Language Ability (max 20), and Annual Income (max 10), plus bonus points.
2. The Importance of KIIP
Completing the Korea Immigration and Integration Program (KIIP) Stage 5 awards up to 10 bonus points, serving as a reliable path to make up for low income scores.
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