An alien shall meet the following requirements in order to obtain permission for naturalization, except in cases falling under Article 6 or 7: <Amended on Dec. 19, 2017>
1. He or she shall have had a domicile in the Republic of Korea for at least five consecutive years;1-2. He or she shall have qualification for permanent residence in the Republic of Korea;
2. He or she shall be an adult under the Civil Act of the Republic of Korea;
3. He or she shall meet the requirements regarding good conduct prescribed by Ordinance of the Ministry of Justice, such as complying with statutes;
4. He or she shall be able to support himself/herself, relying on his or her own assets, ability, or family he or she lives with;
5. He or she shall have basic knowledge as a national of the Republic of Korea, such as Korean language proficiency and understanding of Korean custom;
6. The Minister of Justice shall acknowledge that granting permission for naturalization to him or her does not compromise national security, maintenance of order, or public welfare.[This Article Wholly Amended on Mar. 14, 2008]