KOREA VISA & IMMIGRATION / D-8
D-8 Corporate Investment Visa: From Investment to Extension
Quick answer
For foreign investors who intend to manage or operate an eligible Korean company. Transferring capital alone does not guarantee approval; the investment trail and genuine business activity also matter.
Content reference date: 2026.10.08 · Eligibility · Documents · Pitfalls
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Who may qualify?
- Confirm the correct D-8 subcategory and investment/company structure
- Match foreign investment notification, remittance and equity acquisition records
- Show premises, management role and a credible business plan
Documents to prepare
- Application, passport, photo and residence card if applying in Korea
- Foreign investment notification, remittance proof and corporate registration records
- Office/premises evidence, business plan and actual operating records
This is a starting checklist, not a universal mandatory list.
Common application issues
- Unclear source or remittance trail for the investment funds
- Limited evidence of genuine activity, especially before initial sales
How the process works
Prepare evidence and supporting documents
Apply through the proper authority
Handle requests and follow-up stay procedures
Frequently asked questions
What documents are usually prepared for a D-8 visa?
Typical examples include Application, passport, photo and residence card if applying in Korea; Foreign investment notification, remittance proof and corporate registration records; requirements vary.
What are common D-8 visa application problems?
Look out for Unclear source or remittance trail for the investment funds; Limited evidence of genuine activity, especially before initial sales.
Does submitting these documents guarantee approval?
No. Each application is evaluated against the relevant rules and individual circumstances by the competent authority.
Can I change to this status inside Korea?
That depends on your present stay status and the visa subtype; some applications require an overseas consular route.
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