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South Korea's Ministry of Justice is offering public tours of six immigration offices and facilities this November! Locations: Seoul, Busan, Incheon, Incheon Airport, Daejeon and Gwangju. Tour dates: November 19–26, 2026 Application period: November 9–13 Participants: 15 per location Fee: Not specified in the notice. Foreign residents can also apply! Please note: Tours are conducted in Korean and provide general information, not individual visa consultations. Apply: Visit the Korea Immigration Service website → Customer Participation → Immigration Field Tour. Official notice: https://www.moj.go.kr/bbs/immigration/47/611882/artclView.do

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]

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.