D-2 Overseas Study visa
Visa neededForeigners planning to study at undergraduate level or above can apply.
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South Korea visas
South Korea student visa
The D-2 visa covers study at undergraduate level or above.
Ways to get a South Korea student visa
Who needs it
Foreigners planning to study at undergraduate level or above can apply for a D-2 visa.
Good to know
- D-2 visa holders cannot work full-time.
- Historical rules described for 2006 allowed part-time work in some businesses for up to 20 hours a week. A current part-time work limit is not specified.
- Work visas for parents of D-2 students were considered in 2006; this does not establish an available parent visa.
Questions
Do I need a student visa for South Korea?
Foreigners planning to study at undergraduate level or above can apply for a D-2 visa.
What rules do I have to follow on a South Korea student visa?
D-2 visa holders cannot work full-time.
Does my passport change whether I need a student visa for South Korea?
Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the South Korea visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.
Can a student visa for South Korea be refused?
Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.
Where do I check the latest South Korea student visa rules?
On South Korea's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.
Can I change my student visa once I am in South Korea?
Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.
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