I moved — when and where must a foreigner report a change of address?
I recently moved to a different neighborhood and heard that foreigners have to report a change of address separately. I'm not sure whether I just file a move-in report at the community center like Koreans do, or whether I also have to notify the immigration office. I heard there's a deadline and a fine if you're late, so I'd like to know the exact process and documents needed.
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After moving, foreigners must report their change of address within 14 days of moving in, or you risk a fine. It used to require a trip to the immigration office, but now you can do it at the same time as your move-in report (전입신고) at the community center (주민센터) for your new address — they process the foreigner address change together, so it's one visit. Bring your ARC and your new lease (or another document proving you live there); you can also file it online through HiKorea, whichever is easier.