F-6 Visa Document Checklist
Check the required documents for each visa type at a glance. If preparing documents is difficult, you can receive tailored guidance through a free consultation.
Spouse of Korean National
First EntryApplicant's Documents
Passport copy
Valid for at least 6 more months
Photo (3.5×4.5cm)
Taken within the last 6 months
Criminal record certificate (home country)
Apostille or consular legalization
Marriage certificate (home country)
Korean translation and notarization required
Family relationship document (home country)
Varies by country
Sponsor's (Korean Spouse's) Documents
Family Relationship Certificate
With full resident registration number shown
Marriage Relationship Certificate
Proves the marriage
Resident Registration Certificate
Confirms address
Certificate of employment or business registration certificate
For income verification
Health insurance premium payment confirmation
Last 6 months
Proof of income (earned income withholding tax receipt)
Based on the previous year
Copy of ID
Child Rearing
Renewal While in KoreaBasic Documents
Passport and Alien Registration Card
Child's Basic Certificate
Confirms the child's birth
Child's Family Relationship Certificate
Includes parents' information
Marriage Relationship Certificate (showing divorce)
Proof of Child Rearing
Confirmation of child rearing
School, hospital, daycare, etc.
Proof of residence
Lease agreement or proof of residence
Confirmation of child support payments
If you receive child support
Court ruling on parental authority / custody
If there is a court ruling
Humanitarian Grounds
Special StayBasic Documents
Passport and Alien Registration Card
Marriage Relationship Certificate
Family Relationship Certificate
Additional Documents by Grounds
Spouse's death certificate
In case of death
Confirmation of domestic violence victimization
In case of abuse
Investigation records on assault or threats
Police report receipt, etc.
Missing person report receipt
If the spouse is missing
Proof that you were not at fault for the divorce
Court decision, etc.
Document Guide by Nationality
Notarization systems differ by country, so preparation methods vary. For accurate guidance, please use our free consultation.
Vietnam
The Certificate of Marital Status (Xác nhận tình trạng hôn nhân) is issued by the People's Committee (UBND) of the commune or ward where the applicant resides. Apostille accepted from 2026/9/11 (no embassy consular legalization needed)
Philippines
Marriage certificate issued by the PSA (Philippine Statistics Authority) + apostille. Obtaining a Certificate of Legal Capacity as well is recommended
China
The marriage notarial certificate (结婚公证书) is issued by a notary office. Apostille accepted from 2023/11/7 (no embassy consular legalization needed)
Russia
Marriage certificate (Свидетельство о браке) + apostille. Translation can be notarized by a Korean notary or a Russian notary
Thailand
The marriage registration certificate (ทะเบียนสมรส) is issued by the district office. After Ministry of Foreign Affairs certification, Korean consular legalization is required. The apostille is scheduled to apply from 2027/2/28
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What documents do I need to bring my foreign wife (spouse) to Korea on an F-6 visa?
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