Special Voluntary Departure Program for Illegal Stay Foreigners in 2025
Summary
The Ministry of Justice will implement a Special Voluntary Departure Program for foreigners in illegal stay from December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. Illegal stay foreigners must pre-report their voluntary departure 3-15 days before departure to receive benefits such as fine exemptions and suspension of entry bans; pre-reporting must be completed by February 25, 2026, and departure by February 28, 2026.
Special Voluntary Departure Program for Illegal Stay Foreigners in 2025
This notice announces the implementation of a special voluntary departure program for foreigners in illegal stay in 2025.
Key Dates and Information:
- ** 대상 (Eligibility):** Foreigners in illegal stay who voluntarily depart during the designated period.
- 시행시기 (Implementation Period): December 1, 2025 (Mon) ~ February 28, 2026 (Sat)
- 세부안내 (Detailed Information): Foreigners in illegal stay must pre-report their voluntary departure 3 to 15 days before their intended departure date. To receive the special voluntary departure benefits, pre-reporting must be completed by February 25, 2026, and departure must be completed by February 28, 2026.
Example:
If a foreigner pre-reports on February 26, 2026, they can depart starting from March 1, 2026 (3 days after the reporting date). In this case, the special benefits (exemption from fines and suspension of entry ban) will NOT be applied.
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Source: Hi Korea (hikorea.go.kr) • Published: February 4, 2026
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