Effective June 1, 2026
Korean Immigration is restricting fax submissions for most reporting types. Only two categories will still accept fax after June 1. If you submit a disallowed report by fax, it will be rejected outright — and the 15-day reporting deadline still applies.
Korean Immigration (출입국·외국인청) has issued an official notice that the range of reports accepted by fax will be significantly narrowed from June 1, 2026. Most immigration reporting types will move to HiKorea online submission only. Fax submissions for restricted categories will be returned without processing.
This affects foreign workers, students, and employers who currently use fax as a convenient alternative to visiting the immigration office or using HiKorea. Here’s exactly what changes and what to do before June 1.
What Changes on June 1, 2026
| Report type | Visa / Who it affects | Deadline | After June 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ① Employment change report (고용변동신고) | E-7 and other professional visa holders changing employers | 15 days | ✅ Fax still accepted |
| ② D-10 internship report / internship organization change (연수신고·연수기관변경신고) | D-10 Job Seeker visa holders starting or changing internships | 15 days | ✅ Fax still accepted |
| ③ Passport number / issue date / expiry change report (여권변경신고) | All foreign residents who renewed their passport | 15 days | ❌ Fax rejected → HiKorea online only |
| ④ Employment start report — Working Visit (방문취업동포 취업개시) | H-2 visa holders starting work | 15 days | ❌ Fax rejected → HiKorea online only |
| ⑤ Workplace change report — Working Visit (방문취업동포 근무처변경신고) | H-2 visa holders changing employers | 15 days | ❌ Fax rejected → HiKorea online only |
| ⑥ Organization / institution change report (소속기관 또는 단체 변경신고) | D-1, D-2, D-4, D-5, D-6, D-7, D-8, D-9 visa holders changing institutions | 15 days | ❌ Fax rejected → HiKorea online only |
Who Is Most Affected
How to Submit Through HiKorea (For Affected Categories)
If your report type falls under the restricted categories (③–⑥), you must use HiKorea online from June 1. Here’s how:
- Go to hikorea.go.kr and log in with your ARC number and registration information
- Navigate to 전자민원 → 신고
- Select the relevant report type from the menu
- Complete the online form and upload any required documents
- Submit — you will receive a confirmation number
- Keep the confirmation as proof of timely submission
Key Dates
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Now → May 31, 2026 | All six report types can still be submitted by fax if needed |
| June 1, 2026 | Reports ③–⑥ fax option removed. HiKorea online only from this date. |
| Ongoing | Reports ① and ② (E-7 employment change, D-10 internship) remain fax-eligible |
- ☐ Register on HiKorea if you haven’t already — hikorea.go.kr
- ☐ If you recently renewed your passport and haven’t reported it yet — submit now
- ☐ If you’re on D-2 or D-4 and have a pending institution change — submit before June 1 by fax or use HiKorea now
- ☐ Inform your employer’s HR team if they handle your reporting — they need to know about this change
- ☐ Bookmark hikorea.go.kr and ensure your login credentials work before a deadline hits
Related: How to Report a Job Change to Korean Immigration →
Related: D-10 Job Seeker Visa: Internship Reporting Guide →