Public Interest Immigration
Guide to obtaining Korean permanent residency (F-5) through public interest investment
What is Public Interest Investment Immigration?
Public interest investment immigration is a system that grants permanent residency (F-5) to foreigners who invest above a certain amount in public interest projects (projects carried out by the state or public entities) designated by the Minister of Justice.
Without separate business operation or employment requirements, you can apply for permanent residency immediately with just the investment, making it one of the simplest investment immigration routes.
Investment Requirements
Investment Amount
KRW 500 million or more (amount announced by the Minister of Justice)
Investment Target
Public interest projects designated by the Minister of Justice (regional development, infrastructure projects, etc.)
Investment Method
Transfer investment funds from overseas and invest in designated public interest projects
Investment Maintenance
Investment must be maintained for PR status (revocation possible if investment is withdrawn)
Examples of Public Interest Investment Targets
* Specific investment targets may change per Ministry of Justice notices. Contact us for the latest information.
Procedure
Consultation & Investment Target Confirmation
Confirm Ministry of Justice designated public interest projects and establish investment plan
Fund Transfer & Investment Execution
Transfer investment funds from overseas, invest in designated public interest project
Investment Confirmation Certificate
Obtain investment confirmation certificate from the investment institution
F-5 PR Application
Apply for F-5 (Permanent) status change at the immigration office
Advantages of Public Interest Immigration
- No employment requirement - Obtain PR with investment alone, no need to hire employees
- Immediate application - Apply for F-5 immediately after investment, no stay period requirement
- No business operation burden - No need to operate a separate business entity
- Stable investment - Investment stability secured through state/public entity-related projects
- Family accompaniment - Spouse and minor children can stay together
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