KB Liiv M Mobile Guide for Foreigners: Visa Requirements & How to Apply

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KB Liiv M Guide for Foreigners: Visa Eligibility & How to Apply

KB Liiv M is popular among foreigners due to its affordable rates, but the enrollment conditions can be quite specific. Based on official responses, here is a summary of the essential information.

1. General Eligibility

• ✔️ Age: Adults aged 19 and older
• ✔️ Remaining Stay: You must have at least 31 days left on your stay in Korea. (Enrollment is not possible if the remaining period is 30 days or less.)
• ✔️ Mandatory Requirement: You must hold a KB Kookmin Bank savings account (demand deposit) in your own name.

2. Additional Conditions by Visa (Important!)

Certain visas require a much longer remaining stay period for enrollment. For D-2 (Student) and E-9 (Non-professional Employment): Enrollment is only possible if you have 180 days or more remaining on your stay.

3. Restricted Visa Types

Enrollment in Liiv M is restricted for holders of the following visas:

🚫 Category A: A-3

🚫 Category B, C: All types

🚫 Category D: D-3, D-10

🚫 Category E: E-8, E-10

🚫 Category L, M, S: All types

4. How to Apply

💻 Online Application

Visit Liiv Mobile website → Click 'Sign Up' → Select [I am a foreigner] → Verify with ARC or Domestic Residence Report.

🏦 Offline Application

Visit a nearby KB Kookmin Bank branch. Caution: Call ahead to confirm if they handle Liiv M services.

Essential Tips for Success

1

Call before you visit!

Not all KB Kookmin Bank branches handle Liiv M registration. To avoid wasting your time, call the branch first and ask if foreigner registration is available.

2

What if you don't have a KB account?

A KB Kookmin Bank account is mandatory. If you don't have one, visit a branch with your ARC and passport to open an account before applying for Liiv M.

3

Weekend Registration

Online application works on weekends, but document review and USIM delivery only happen on weekdays. For urgent needs, apply on a weekday morning.

4

Contact the Customer Center

For English support, call 1522-9999 and request the "Foreign Language Counseling Service."

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