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Everything you need to thrive in Korea

Clear, practical guides written for Nigerians living in Korea — from your ARC and bank account to schools, healthcare and emergencies.

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Immigration

Renewing your ARC card

A complete walkthrough of renewing your Alien Registration Card before it expires.

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Immigration

Understanding Korean visa types

A plain-English breakdown of the visas Nigerians most commonly hold, and what each one all...

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Immigration

Applying for permanent residency (F-5)

Who qualifies for permanent residency, the requirements, and how to build toward it.

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Immigration

Re-entry and travelling abroad

How to leave Korea and return without jeopardising your visa or residence.

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NIDO engages at the Korea–Africa Foreign Ministers' Meeting

NIDO South Korea was represented at the 2026 Korea–Africa Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Seoul, where the President met the Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister.

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