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Overview
The Ministry of Justice grants Korean nationality to individuals who possess outstanding abilities in science, the economy, culture, sports, etc., and are recognized as likely to contribute to Korea’s national interest. Instead of requiring renunciation of the applicant’s original nationality, dual nationality is permitted.
* Special naturalization categories (10 Categories) : 1. Prominent persons, 2. Excellent in academic research, 3. Excellent in culture and arts, 4. Excellent in sports, 5. Outstanding employees from domestic or overseas companies, 6. Employees in new-industry or advanced-technology fields, 7. Holders of original/core technologies in new-industry or advanced-technology fields, 8. Holders of intellectual property rights, 9. Holders of professional skills/technologies, 10. Employment at international organizations
Eligibility Requirements and Nationality Acquisition Procedures
Final approval for naturalization is granted to 1) individuals who meet the basic requirements for special naturalization, have received 2) a recommendation from a public institution or similar entity, and have completed the nationality acquisition procedures administered by the Ministry of Justice.
February 11, 2026 (Rolling Basis)