🎓 How to apply for KIIP linkage for those with TOPIK scores

If you are preparing for long-term stay in Korea or considering changing your visa, permanent residency, or naturalization, the Social Integration Program (KIIP) is considered an almost essential process.

Generally, you must take KIIP step by step, and it requires a considerable amount of time and effort..! ⏳

However, did you know that if you have a TOPIK score, you can be assigned a KIIP level immediately without a pre-assessment? 👀

In this article, VIVISA will easily organize everything at once, from eligibility for the Social Integration Program linkage application to application methods and important notes you must know. ✨

👨‍🎓 Eligibility for Social Integration Program Linkage Application

You can apply for linkage if you meet the conditions below!

• Foreigners with a valid TOPIK score at the time of application

• Foreigners with a legal stay status in Korea

⚠️ Precaution - If you have a restriction period for program participation due to prior violations during previous participation in the Social Integration Program, linkage application may not be possible, so please check in advance!

📈 KIIP Level Assignment Criteria by TOPIK Score

If you have a TOPIK score, you can be exempt from the pre-assessment (pre-test) and be assigned directly to the following level.

• TOPIK Level 1 → KIIP Level 2

• TOPIK Level 2 → KIIP Level 3

• TOPIK Level 3 → KIIP Level 4

• TOPIK Level 4~6 → KIIP Level 5

✔ By applying for linkage this way, you do not have to relearn what you already know, and you can greatly reduce both time and cost burdens.

🗂️ Required Documents

Please prepare the following documents for TOPIK linkage application.

• Social Integration Program Linkage Application form

• Copy of TOPIK score certificate

• Copy of Alien Registration Card

• Power of attorney (in case of proxy application)

⚠️ Important Point

📌 The TOPIK score certificate must be valid at the time of application.

📌 The document confirmation number on the TOPIK score certificate must match the information stated on the application form to prevent any delay in processing.

📌 Prior to linkage application, creating a Socinet (Social Integration Information Network) account is mandatory.

👉 Access the Socinet homepage (www.socinet.go.kr) → complete member registration

📥 How to Apply for Linkage

You can choose whichever is convenient for you: Submit by email or visit in person.

📨 Email (PDF) Submission