Navigating the visa extension process in Korea requires understanding specific terminology and phrases. This guide provides essential Korean expressions needed when applying for a visa extension at the immigration office, ensuring you can communicate effectively and manage the process smoothly.
Table Of Content
Core Expression
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Expression: 비자 연장하기
Pronunciation: bi-ja yeon-jang-ha-gi
Meaning: To extend a visa (Visa extension)
Essential Vocabulary
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Expression: 비자
Pronunciation: bi-ja
Meaning: Visa -
Expression: 연장
Pronunciation: yeon-jang
Meaning: Extension -
Expression: 신청
Pronunciation: sin-cheong
Meaning: Application -
Expression: 출입국관리사무소
Pronunciation: chul-ip-guk-gwan-ri-sa-mu-so
Meaning: Immigration Office -
Expression: 외국인등록증
Pronunciation: oe-guk-in-deung-nok-jjeung
Meaning: Alien Registration Card (ARC) / Foreigner Registration Card -
Expression: 여권
Pronunciation: yeo-gwon
Meaning: Passport -
Expression: 서류
Pronunciation: seo-ryu
Meaning: Documents -
Expression: 신청서
Pronunciation: sin-cheong-seo
Meaning: Application form -
Expression: 수수료
Pronunciation: su-su-ryo
Meaning: Fee / Commission -
Expression: 마감일 / 기한
Pronunciation: ma-gam-il / gi-han
Meaning: Deadline / Due date -
Expression: 예약
Pronunciation: ye-yak
Meaning: Reservation / Appointment -
Expression: 체류 기간
Pronunciation: che-ryu gi-gan
Meaning: Period of stay
Basic Application Phrases
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Expression: 비자 연장하고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: bi-ja yeon-jang-ha-go sip-eo-yo.
Meaning: I want to extend my visa. -
Expression: 비자 연장 신청은 어디서 하나요?
Pronunciation: bi-ja yeon-jang sin-cheong-eun eo-di-seo ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Where do I apply for a visa extension? -
Expression: 어떤 서류가 필요해요?
Pronunciation: eo-tteon seo-ryu-ga pil-yo-hae-yo?
Meaning: What documents are needed? -
Expression: 신청 마감일이 언제예요?
Pronunciation: sin-cheong ma-gam-il-i eon-je-ye-yo?
Meaning: When is the application deadline? -
Expression: 비자 연장 신청서를 주세요.
Pronunciation: bi-ja yeon-jang sin-cheong-seo-reul ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please give me a visa extension application form. -
Expression: 수수료는 얼마예요?
Pronunciation: su-su-ryo-neun eol-ma-ye-yo?
Meaning: How much is the fee? -
Expression: 온라인으로 예약해야 하나요?
Pronunciation: on-la-in-eu-ro ye-yak-hae-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Do I need to make an appointment online? -
Expression: 제 비자가 곧 만료돼요.
Pronunciation: je bi-ja-ga got man-lyo-dwae-yo.
Meaning: My visa expires soon. -
Expression: 체류 기간을 연장하고 싶습니다.
Pronunciation: che-ryu gi-gan-eul yeon-jang-ha-go sip-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I would like to extend my period of stay. -
Expression: 필요한 서류 목록을 받을 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: pil-yo-han seo-ryu mong-nok-eul bad-eul su it-eul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I get a list of the required documents?
At the Immigration Office
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Expression: 비자 연장하러 왔어요.
Pronunciation: bi-ja yeon-jang-ha-reo wass-eo-yo.
Meaning: I came here to extend my visa. -
Expression: 예약하고 왔습니다.
Pronunciation: ye-yak-ha-go wass-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I came here with an appointment. -
Expression: 여기 제 서류입니다.
Pronunciation: yeo-gi je seo-ryu-im-ni-da.
Meaning: Here are my documents. -
Expression: 신청서 작성하는 것을 도와주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: sin-cheong-seo jak-seong-ha-neun geos-eul do-wa-ju-sil su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Could you help me fill out the application form? -
Expression: 얼마나 걸릴까요?
Pronunciation: eol-ma-na geol-lil-kka-yo?
Meaning: How long will it take? -
Expression: 수수료는 어디서 내나요?
Pronunciation: su-su-ryo-neun eo-di-seo nae-na-yo?
Meaning: Where do I pay the fee? -
Expression: 제 외국인등록증입니다.
Pronunciation: je oe-guk-in-deung-nok-jjeung-im-ni-da.
Meaning: Here is my Foreigner Registration Card. -
Expression: 여권 사본도 필요한가요?
Pronunciation: yeo-gwon sa-bon-do pil-yo-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is a copy of my passport also needed? -
Expression: 언제 결과를 알 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: eon-je gyeol-gwa-reul al su in-na-yo?
Meaning: When can I know the result? -
Expression: 번호표를 뽑아야 하나요?
Pronunciation: beon-ho-pyo-reul ppob-a-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Do I need to take a number ticket? -
Expression: 이 서류가 맞는지 확인해 주세요.
Pronunciation: i seo-ryu-ga mat-neun-ji hwa-gin-hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please check if these documents are correct.
Cultural Tips
Book Appointments Online: Visiting the Korean immigration office almost always requires an online appointment booked in advance through the HiKorea website (www.hikorea.go.kr). Avoid showing up without an appointment, as you likely won’t be seen.
Strict Deadlines: Korean bureaucracy is very strict about deadlines. Ensure you apply for your visa extension well before your current visa expires. Applying late can result in fines or complications.
Prepare All Documents Thoroughly: Double-check the list of required documents on the HiKorea website for your specific visa type. Missing even one document can cause delays or rejection. Having copies ready is also advisable.
Politeness is Key: When interacting with immigration officers, maintain a polite and respectful attitude. Using formal language (like the phrases provided here) is expected and appreciated.
Be Patient: Immigration offices can be very busy, and processing times can vary. Be prepared for potential waiting times, even with an appointment.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: Alex (a foreign student) is at the immigration office to inquire about extending their D-2 student visa.
Roles: A = Alex (Foreign Student), B = Immigration Officer
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Expression: A: 안녕하세요, 비자 연장 관련해서 문의드리려고 왔습니다.
Pronunciation: A: an-nyeong-ha-se-yo, bi-ja yeon-jang gwal-lyeon-hae-seo mun-ui-deu-ri-ryeo-go wass-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: A: Hello, I came here to inquire about visa extension. -
Expression: B: 네, 어떤 비자 연장하시려고요? 예약하셨나요?
Pronunciation: B: ne, eo-tteon bi-ja yeon-jang-ha-si-ryeo-go-yo? ye-yak-ha-syeon-na-yo?
Meaning: B: Yes, what kind of visa are you trying to extend? Did you make an appointment? -
Expression: A: D-2 학생 비자입니다. 네, 예약했습니다. 제 이름은 알렉스입니다.
Pronunciation: A: di-tu hak-saeng bi-ja-im-ni-da. ne, ye-yak-haet-seum-ni-da. je i-reum-eun al-lek-seu-im-ni-da.
Meaning: A: It’s a D-2 student visa. Yes, I made an appointment. My name is Alex. -
Expression: B: 네, 알렉스 씨 확인되었습니다. 신청서와 필요 서류 준비해 오셨나요?
Pronunciation: B: ne, al-lek-seu ssi hwa-gin-doe-eot-seum-ni-da. sin-cheong-seo-wa pil-yo seo-ryu jun-bi-hae o-syeon-na-yo?
Meaning: B: Yes, Mr./Ms. Alex, you are confirmed. Did you bring the application form and necessary documents? -
Expression: A: 네, 여기 있습니다. 재학증명서, 성적증명서, 그리고 은행 잔고 증명서입니다. 신청서도 작성했습니다.
Pronunciation: A: ne, yeo-gi it-seum-ni-da. jae-hak-jeung-myeong-seo, seong-jeok-jeung-myeong-seo, geu-ri-go eun-haeng jan-go jeung-myeong-seo-im-ni-da. sin-cheong-seo-do jak-seong-haet-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: A: Yes, here they are. Certificate of enrollment, transcript, and bank balance certificate. I also filled out the application form. -
Expression: B: 서류 확인하겠습니다. 여권하고 외국인등록증도 같이 주세요.
Pronunciation: B: seo-ryu hwa-gin-ha-get-seum-ni-da. yeo-gwon-ha-go oe-guk-in-deung-nok-jjeung-do ga-chi ju-se-yo.
Meaning: B: I will check the documents. Please give me your passport and foreigner registration card as well. -
Expression: A: 네, 여기요. 수수료는 언제 내면 되나요?
Pronunciation: A: ne, yeo-gi-yo. su-su-ryo-neun eon-je nae-myeon doe-na-yo?
Meaning: A: Yes, here you go. When should I pay the fee? -
Expression: B: 서류 검토 후에 안내해 드리겠습니다. 잠시만 기다려 주세요.
Pronunciation: B: seo-ryu geom-to hu-e an-nae-hae deu-ri-get-seum-ni-da. jam-si-man gi-da-ryeo ju-se-yo.
Meaning: B: I will inform you after reviewing the documents. Please wait a moment.
Practice Tips
Preparing for your visa extension can feel daunting, but knowing these phrases will definitely help~! Try practicing them out loud. You can role-play the conversation example with a friend or language partner. Also, familiarize yourself with the required documents beforehand by checking the HiKorea website – seeing the Korean terms there will reinforce your learning! Fighting! (화이팅! hwa-i-ting!)
