South Korea•AsiaJob Seeker Visa (D-10-1)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
130,000 KRW
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for recent graduates and skilled professionals seeking employment or preparing for business startup in South Korea.
D-10-1 job seeker visa is for recent university graduates and skilled professionals to remain in Korea while seeking employment. Can extend up to 2 years total for graduates from Korean universities.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Degree certificate
From Korean university (within 3 years)
Points calculation form
If using points system
OptionalProof of funds
Minimum 900,000 KRW per month
Health certificate
Medical examination results
OptionalLanguage ability
TOPIK scores if available
OptionalTrack your documents or upload them for AI-powered review
Advantages
- Direct pathway for recent graduates
- Up to 2 years to find work in eligible fields
- Can engage in paid internships
- Pathway to work visas
- Exemption from financial proof for some applicants
Considerations
- Limited to job seeking/training
- Financial requirements
- Cannot work except internships
- Limited to 3 years post-graduation window
Application Process
Prove eligibility
Recent graduate or skilled professional
Calculate points
If using points system (minimum 20/190 points)
Prepare documents
Graduation certificate and financial proof
Apply at embassy
D-10 job seeker application
Visa processing
2-4 weeks
Visa issuance
Job seeker visa granted
Application Forms
D-10-1 Job Seeker Application Form
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