Jeonbuk State Implements Visa Reforms to Transform Foreign Students into Long-term Residents
Jeonbuk State is proactively addressing demographic challenges by converting foreign students into long-term residents through policy reforms. Governor Kim Kwan-young emphasizes the need for a sustainable population model that integrates foreign talent into the workforce. The region has developed a structured pipeline linking education, employment, and settlement, achieving significant foreign student retention. Jeonbuk aims for 10% of its population to be from immigrant backgrounds while attracting investments in sectors like semiconductors and renewable energy.

Jeonbuk State is implementing policies to convert foreign students into long-term residents to address demographic challenges. Governor Kim Kwan-young stated that the province needs a sustainable population model and has developed a structured pipeline connecting education, employment, and settlement.
The introduction of the F1-R regional visa facilitates foreign students working in local companies for up to five years and allows family invitations. Jeonbuk aims for 10% of its population to be from immigrant backgrounds. The region has attracted significant investments, particularly in semiconductor and renewable energy sectors, and has established a partnership with BNP Paribas to enhance its financial services.




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