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[sk635]

I am a Korean-American with a U.S. citizenship, but I was born in Korea as a Korean citizen. I became naturalized as a U.S. citizen when I was 15. (My mother became naturalized at that time. My stepfather, also a Korean-American born in Korea as a Korean citizen, had moved to the U.S. many years before and had become naturalized in the 80s. As my parents (legal guardians) were now both U.S. citizens, I automatically was granted U.S. citizenship, as I was a minor. My biological father is still a Korean citizen.)

I am interested in teaching in Korea for a year or so. Would I be eligible for a F4 visa? Maybe even a dual citizenship?

I've tried to do some research, but I've been having difficulties finding out how the citizenship laws apply to someone who was formerly born as a Korean citizen.

Any help would be appreciated, as would any opinions on which visa path to take. Thank you in advance!

[2i2dk1ny2i3]

i was in the EXACT same situation you were. it was tough finding information but for me, F4 Visa is the way to go if you can get it. Also, everything is much easier and some stuff can only be done when your in Korea. I was fortunate enough to find a Hagwon who worked w/me to get my F4 Visa thus not having to get a E2 Visa.

what's tricky is your Stepdad. Both my Parents are Korean and were born in Korea. You have to first check that your Family is off the "Family Registry"

Dual Citizenship is not needed as once you get the F4 Visa, you pretty much get all the advantages of being a Korean citizen in Korea as most have stated

the biggest hurdle for me was the Military part. Every Korean male has to go to the Army and you have to check and see if this was token care of for you while you were younger and then the Visa department has to issue you clearance which is extremely important to getting an F4 since your male

(technically since you are a US Citizen, there is no way they can make you serve but ALWAYS be respectful and dress professionally for Visa office)


imo, you really don't need to get Dual citizenship since it sounds like you don't plan on staying more than a couple of years

i would say get Dual citizenship if you want but the processes will be longer and require more paperwork


i went through this so if i can help in any way, PM me


good luck

[sk635]

What does it mean for my family to be off the "family registry"?

[2i2dk1ny2i3]

Search, lotta info there