South Korea•AsiaGeneral Trainee Visa (D-4)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
60,000 KRW
Stay Duration
Up to 1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign nationals enrolled in non-degree educational programs including language courses, vocational training, and skill development.
The D-4 visa covers language training, vocational training at research institutes, and internship programs. This is the primary visa for learning Korean language.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
10,000,000 EUR
Personal
Education
High School or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Enrollment letter
From language school or training center
Proof of funds
Tuition and living expenses
Educational background
Previous education documents
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Advantages
- Covers language training programs
- Flexible for vocational skills
- Can transition to D-2 for degree study
- Work hours allowed during program
Considerations
- Tied to specific program
- Work restrictions during study
- Limited to non-degree programs
- No pathway to permanent residency
Application Process
Enroll in program
Language school, vocational training, etc.
Obtain enrollment letter
From training institution
Apply at embassy
D-4 visa application
Visa processing
2-4 weeks
Visa issuance
Training visa granted
Application Forms
D-4 General Trainee Visa Application
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