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As foreign students, let’s respect Korean culture, follow the laws and immigration rules, attend our classes regularly, and support each other. Learning some basic Korean will make everyday life much easier. Please be careful with part-time jobs, housing contracts, and personal finances. If you have any problems, don’t hesitate to contact your university’s international student office for help. Most importantly, stay positive, make good friends, learn from new experiences, and enjoy your time in Korea! ❤️🇰🇷 Good luck with your studies and your life in Korea!

Before applying for a visa change, don’t look at only one requirement. Check these 5 things 📌 1. Your current visa What status are you holding now? 📌 2. Your education Degree, major, and graduation status can matter. 📌 3. Your Korean ability TOPIK/KIIP requirements may apply depending on the visa. 📌 4. Your job & salary For employment-based visas, the job, company, salary, and qualifications can be important. 📌 5. Required documents Missing or incorrect documents can delay your application. ⚠️ Visa requirements can change. Always check the latest official immigration guidance before applying. 💬 Which visa change are you preparing for? D-2 ➡️ D-10 | D-10 ➡️ E-7 | E-7 ➡️ F-2 | F-6 ➡️ F-5 Follow REIAC Community for practical Korea visa & foreign resident information. 🇰🇷

Having questions about your visa status, changing your visa, or staying in Korea after graduation? 📅 September 14, 2026 (Today) 🎓 Yonsei University is holding a Visa Information Session & 1:1 Visa Consultation for international students and researchers. 🕐 Seminar: 1:00–2:00 PM 💬 1:1 consultation: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM & 2:00–5:00 PM 📍 Yonsei University, Student Union Building The session includes information about visa-status changes and the K-STAR visa track, followed by individual consultation. 📌 Source: Yonsei University Global One-Stop Service Center

🎓 D-2 Visa For international students studying degree programs such as Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD. 📚 D-4 Visa For non-degree training, commonly Korean language programs at university-affiliated language institutes. 👉 Easy to remember: D-4 = Language/Training D-2 = Degree Study Planning to study in Korea? Choose your visa based on your actual study program.

When you apply for visa your visa screening is done done on basis of your documents and university you applied. Check the image for more information Source:https://www.moj.go.kr/bbs/moj/182/603491/artclView.do

International students in Korea: Before starting a part-time job, make sure you have permission. Students on D-2 (student) or eligible D-4 (language training) status generally need to obtain permission for part-time employment from immigration before starting work. Working without the required permission can lead to immigration penalties and may affect your future visa status. Always check your permitted working hours and eligible workplace before accepting a job, as the conditions can differ depending on your visa, Korean-language level, and study program.

20 Korean universities are facing student visa restrictions starting from the September 2026 semester. 🔴 D-2 / Degree Programs: Geumgang University, Suwon Catholic University, Joong-Ang Sangha University, Hyupsung University, Busan Kyungsang College, Busan Arts College, Hanyeong University, The Salvation Army Graduate University for Officer Training, TLBU, Nungin University, Bible Baptist Theological Seminary, Sunbokeum Theological Seminary, Ezra Bible Institute for Graduate Studies, Healing & Counseling Graduate University, Korea Counseling Graduate University, and Hapdong Theological Seminary. 🔴 D-4 / Korean Language Programs: Daegu Haany University, Sangji University, Howon University, and Mokpo Science University. ⚠️ If you're planning to study in Korea, check the latest visa/IEQAS status before applying or paying tuition. 📌 Source: Korea JoongAng Daily 📅 September 9, 2026