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In force 1 Jun 2024
In force Residency

Alien Registration Card renewal window extended

The renewal window for ARC and re-entry permits was extended from June 2024, allowing applications up to 4 months before expiry (previously 2 months). Reduces overstay risk caused by Korea Immigration Service processing delays — a recurrent applicant complaint through 2023.

Who it affects: All long-term non-Korean residents holding Alien Registration Cards.

Hi Korea — Korea Immigration Service ↗ · verified 2026-04-19