Certificate of entry and exit records

This certificate shows the dates you entered and left Korea.

When you need it

• Permanent residence (F-5) and naturalisation applications — to verify continuous residence. See naturalization-general.
• When your period of stay must be calculated
• Proving time spent abroad
• Various assessment documents

Where to obtain it

1. HiKorea (www.hikorea.go.kr) — online, with identity verification.
2. Gov24 (www.gov.kr)
3. Visiting an immigration office
4. Some airport immigration desks

Tips

• You can specify the period covered. Check what the recipient requires.
• Ask in advance if you need an English version.
• If verification fails, visit an office.
• Older records can take time to retrieve.

Where to go

• HiKorea www.hikorea.go.kr
• 1345 Immigration Contact Centre
• Gov24 www.gov.kr
• Your local immigration office
• 1577-1366 interpretation

Questions people ask

How does it differ from the alien registration certificate? This shows travel records; the other shows registration and residence details. Ask the requester precisely which one they need.

I spent a long time abroad — can I still apply for permanent residence? It can affect the continuous residence assessment. Obtain the certificate and consult 1345.

The records don't match reality. Ask your immigration office about correction. Passport stamps and flight tickets also serve as evidence.

I need it in English. Check availability with 1345 or the office in advance.

Take care

If you are preparing for permanent residence or naturalisation, obtain this certificate early and check your own residence period. Time spent abroad is often longer than people remember, leaving requirements unmet. Knowing early lets you adjust your plans.

Related

certificate-of-alien-registration · f5-requirements · naturalization-general · e-government-for-foreigners

Source

Ministry of Justice, HiKorea www.hikorea.go.kr / As of 2026-08