What are Proof of Residence Documents in Korea?
Proof of residence documents confirm that a foreign resident has a verified place to live in Korea. You will need to provide these documents when applying for your Residence Card (RC) to officially register as a foreign resident. For native English teachers, the required documents depend on your housing situation. There are two main cases:
- Your school provides housing, or
- You rent your own place and receive a housing allowance
1. If Your School Provides Housing
If your school arranges your housing, the rental contract is in the school’s name. This means you do not need to prepare the proof of residence documents yourself. Instead, the school must provide the following:
- A copy of the rental contract under the school’s name
- A completed Confirmation of Residence/Accommodation Form (거주/숙소제공 확인서)
- The school’s Business Registration Certificate (사업자등록증)
2. If You Rent Your Own Housing (With a Housing Allowance)
If the rental contract is under your name and the school gives you a housing allowance, you must submit:
- A copy of your rental contract
| Note: Your rental contract must include: Your full typed address, personal information and signatures of both the tenant and the landlord, the rental period (duration of stay) |
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