South Korea study visa
1 current source-backed study pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study route | The Korean student route is for a person accepted to a full-time degree or exchange programme in Korea lasting more than 90 days; official visa evidence includes an admission certificate from the Korean institution. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study route | Application fee | 60 USD | Official source |
| Study route | Application fee (residence card) | 35,000 KRW | Official source |
| Study route | Processing time (standard, authority estimate) | 4 days | Official source |
| Study route | First permit valid for | 24 months | Official source |
| Study route | Family can come along | yes | Official source |
| Study route | Work allowed while studying (holidays) | 30 hours/week | Official source |
| Study route | Work allowed while studying (term time) | 30 hours/week | Official source |
| Study route | Where to apply | at a consulate abroad | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Study route | The exact D-2 section limits the permitted activity to the stated student part-time scope and makes it conditional on eligibility and the ability to combine study and work based on attendance, grade point average and status of stay. | Official source |
| Study route | The Korea Immigration Service Visa Navigator states that employment and for-profit activity by international students is prohibited in principle, but part-time work may be allowed after advance permission. | Official source |