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International students in Korea can join the Employment & Visa MATCH-up Day on September 30 at KINTEX, Goyang. 💼 Job & career consulting 📝 Resume & interview support 🛂 Visa & employment guidance 📸 Free profile photo service 📅 Sep. 30, 2026 | 1–5 PM 📍 KINTEX, Goyang 💰 Free 📌 Source: Koreatech 🗓️ Published: Sep. 15, 2026

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KOTRA Global Talent Center is hosting the "Global Talent Job Fair" in conjunction with the World Class Products Show 2026, featuring promising mid-market enterprises for international students. We warmly encourage anyone interested in employment in Korea to participate. * Date: November 17, 2026 (Tue), 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. * Venue: Emerald Room (3F), Lotte Hotel World, Songpa-gu, Seoul * Participants: Around 20 mid-market Korean enterprises * Program: 1:1 job interviews and consultations between employers and job seekers * Registration: https://moaform.com/q/KQKHht * Registration Deadline: October 31, 2026 (Sat) Source: studyin 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. 🇰🇷

If you’re an international student in Korea, don’t wait until graduation to prepare for your next step. Start checking these early: ✅ Your visa options after graduation ✅ Korean language level (TOPIK/KIIP) ✅ Job fields you’re eligible for ✅ Required qualifications and certificates ✅ Documents needed for your visa change ✅ Companies hiring international talent Tip: Your major, Korean ability, qualifications, and job type can all affect which visa you may be eligible for. 📌 Start preparing before your final semester — not after graduation! Save this post and share it with a friend studying in Korea.

Published: September 9, 2026 Source: Korea Immigration Service, Ministry of Justice The Seoul Immigration Office has issued a voice-phishing warning. Fraudsters are reportedly using international phone numbers beginning with “06-” and pretending to be immigration officials. Do not provide your ARC number, passport details, bank information, passwords, or transfer money in response to such calls. Verify any request through the official 1345 Immigration Contact Center or the relevant immigration office.

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

Even if your university classes are in English, knowing Korean can make your life much easier. 🗣️ Communicate better with professors & friends 💼 Find more part-time and job opportunities 🏦 Handle banks, hospitals & government offices easily 🎓 Prepare better for life after graduation 📄 Korean ability can also be important for certain visa pathways. You don’t need to be fluent from day one. Start with basic Korean and improve step by step. A little Korean can open a lot of doors!

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D-2/D-4 students generally need permission before starting a part-time job. Required documents: • Passport & ARC • Employment contract • Business registration certificate • Employer’s ID card • Certificate of enrollment • Academic transcript • Korean proficiency certificate (if applicable) Requirements can vary by visa and study program. Check with your university or 1345 before starting work. [You can apply online through Hikorea and remember it takes around 14 days so make contract to work after 14 days of your signed date]