South Korea•Asia1–3 weeks
$150 USD
Varies by filing options
2 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Long-stay student visa for associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs at Korean universities with limited work authorization.
The D-2 Student Visa is South Korea's long-term visa for international students pursuing degrees at accredited Korean universities. It covers associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. Applicants must have acceptance and demonstrate financial capacity (at least 20 million KRW equivalent) to cover tuition and living expenses.
Students may work up to 30 hours per week during academic term (35 hrs/week for graduates) with no restrictions on weekends and vacations. The visa lasts up to 2 years, renewable for program duration (up to 8 years for doctoral). Fees are $60 USD (single-entry) or $90 USD (multiple-entry). Spouses may work freely, dependents may accompany you, and processing takes 10–21 days.
This visa is ideal for international students committed to completing a full degree program at a Korean university.
| Initial grant | 2 years |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
South KoreaSouth KoreaMust be accepted for enrollment at a Korean academic institution (associate degree, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral program).
Must possess the required level of academic credentials for the chosen program.
Must demonstrate sufficient financial capacity to cover tuition and living expenses (typically at least 20 million KRW).
Must not have a history of visa rejection or illegal stay in South Korea.
Must meet language proficiency requirements (TOPIK or English proficiency) if mandated by the specific university.
Must be in good health (TB test certificate required for nationals of high-risk countries).
Education
high_school or higher
Min. Savings
20,000 EUR
Visa application form
Valid passport
Passport-sized photograph (3.5cm x 4.5cm)
Certificate of Admission issued by the Korean university
Copy of the university's business registration certificate
Proof of highest level of education (diploma/transcripts, apostilled or verified)
Proof of financial ability (bank statement, scholarship letter, or financial aid certificate)
Tuberculosis (TB) test certificate (if applicable)
Family relation certificate (if using parents' financial documents)
Visa application fee
| D-2 Student Visa Application | — |
Discover how your answers compare with the published requirements. 2 minutes. Free trial.
Start Visa Discovery