Timing
Apply for the change before your D-2 period expires.
D-10 JOB-SEEKING VISA
Looking for Work in Korea After Graduation: Using the D-10 Visa
The D-10 job-seeking visa is for foreigners preparing for professional employment in Korea. Graduates of Korean universities can switch to D-10 after graduation to continue job hunting and, once hired, prepare to change to a work visa such as E-7.
Contact an expert ↗Key points
• A points system evaluates education, experience, age and Korean proficiency.
• The purpose is job seeking; actual employment requires separate permission or a status change.
• Keeping records of job-search activities helps with extensions.
• The purpose is job seeking; actual employment requires separate permission or a status change.
• Keeping records of job-search activities helps with extensions.
What to prepare and check
- Diploma (or expected graduation) and transcripts
- Proof of Korean proficiency
- Job-search plan
- Proof of living expenses for the stay
- Work history and certificates
Practical cautions
Internships
Internship activities during job seeking may require separate reporting or permission.
Planning the switch
Checking early whether your target job is an E-7 occupation makes the later switch easier.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply for D-10 before graduating?
The timing depends on your expected graduation date and current period of stay.
Can I work part-time on D-10?
It is generally restricted; check whether an exceptional permit is needed.
Note
This article is general information. Actual requirements and documents may vary by nationality, current status, the law at the time of application and the competent authority's decision.
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