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Skepticism Grows over New Temporary Stay Permit Policy for Undocumented Migrant Children

SEOUL, April 27 (Korea Bizwire) — Skepticism is growing over the effect of the government’s new policy of granting temporary stay permits to undocumented migrant children. The Ministry of Justice is receiving applications from those who want to benefit from the policy, which is limited to children who have lived here for more than 15 [...]

Justice Ministry Grants Temporary Stay Permits for Undocumented Migrant Children

SEOUL, April 19 (Korea Bizwire) — Illegal migrant children who are born and have lived in South Korea for more than 15 years will be given temporary stay permits, the Ministry of Justice said Monday, as part of efforts to recognize their fundamental and equal rights and inherent dignity. The policy, which runs until February [...]