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Republic of Korea Introduces Digital Residence Cards
Key Points
- South Korea opened mobile residence cards to foreign nationals on 10 January 2025
Digital Residence Cards
South Korea began issuing mobile residence cards on 10 January 2025. The residence card is granted to foreign national residents who hold up-to-date permissions to remain in the country for work or stay purposes.
The mobile card can be accessed online and offline and is more secure than a physical card.
To apply for the mobile residence card, eligible individuals must:
- Visit an immigration office and fill out an integrated application form. From there, eligible individuals should receive the card within two weeks of applying.
- Install the mobile ID app.
Check the government’s website for additional information on accessing the mobile card.
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