As the members of NewJeans announced their new start under the name NJZ, there are claims that Hani's visa issuance could be a significant variable for their domestic activities.
Recently, Lee Jin-ho, a reporter for the YouTube channel "Entertainment President," stated, "Hani's E-6 visa expired earlier this month, and while NewJeans' agency, Ador, has been working on the paperwork for Hani's visa extension, she refused to sign." He added, "Without this visa, she can stay in the country, but she cannot engage in economic activities."
In response, Ador has declined to provide an official confirmation. Hani is reported to hold dual citizenship as a Vietnamese-Australian.
The E-6 visa, which is issued under the condition of employment, requires several documents, including: ▲ a copy of the exclusive contract with an agency registered under the Cultural Industry Promotion Act, ▲ a letter of guarantee from the inviting agency's representative, and ▲ a recommendation letter from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Last year, the members of NewJeans announced that their trust with Ador had been irreparably damaged and decided to pursue independent activities. They chose the name NJZ and revealed that they will perform under this new name at a concert in Hong Kong from the 21st to the 23rd of next month.
As discussions arise about whether Hani's visa issuance will affect their domestic activities, there is also a possibility that the NJZ members will sign contracts with a new agency, allowing them to navigate the administrative processes necessary for economic activities in Korea. In this regard, Hyein mentioned during a live broadcast, "We will soon have an agent (agency), so there's no need to worry too much."
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[SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn]
(SBS Star)