People from Afghanistan

Korean government’s special humanitarian measure for Afghans in the Republic of Korea

The Korean Ministry of Justice announced a special humanitarian measure for Afghans in the Republic of Korea. Afghans living in Korea with a valid visa will be allowed to stay and work in Korea until the situation in Afghanistan stabilizes. Please kindly note that UNHCR is notresponsible for deciding this. For more information on this measure and possible temporary permit, please contact the Immigration Contact Center (dial 1345) operated by the Korean Ministry of Justice.