All international students staying in Korea for more than 90 days must apply for an ARC at the Immigration Office within 90 days of arrival.

• •Required Documents:

• •Integrated Application Form, Passport (Original and copy of personal info & visa pages)
• •1 Passport-sized photo (Taken within 6 months, white background)
• •Certificate of Enrollment, Certificate of Tuition Payment, Certificate of Admission
• •Certificate of Insurance (Copy of School, National Health, or Private insurance)
• •Proof of Residence (Lease agreement, Dormitory certificate, Notice of Expiration of Stay, or public utility receipts)
• •Application Fee: KRW 35,000 (Cash)

• •Process: Prepare documents → Reserve visit at hikorea.go.kr → Visit office for fingerprinting → Collect card (approx. 4–6 weeks later)

Applications must be submitted before your current stay expires. (Available via group submission at the OIA or individual online application).

• •Required Documents: Application form, Passport (copy), ARC, Certificate of Enrollment, Academic Transcript, Tuition Payment/Scholarship Certificate, Proof of Residence, Certificate of Insurance.
• •Financial Support Documents (Crucial):

• •GPA below 2.0 (C): Must submit a bank statement with a balance of USD 18,000 or more.
• •GPA 2.0 or higher: Exempt from submitting financial documents.
• •If using a parent’s account, a Certificate of Family Relations is required.

• •Additional Documents (If applicable):

• •Students with GPA below 2.0 or those exceeding regular semesters: Statement of Reasons & Academic Advisor’s Confirmation.
• •Thesis/Research students (after coursework): Certificate of Expected Completion & Thesis Advisor’s Confirmation.

• •Fee: Group Submission (KRW 60,000) / Individual Online (KRW 50,000)

The university does not provide administrative support for D-10. Students must apply independently at the Immigration Office.

• •Required Documents: Application form, 1 photo, Passport, ARC, Diploma/Degree Certificate, Academic Transcript, Plan for Seeking Employment, Proof of Residence, TOPIK score (if applicable).
• •Fee: Approx. KRW 130,000–135,000 (Revenue stamp + application fee).

You must obtain a permit before starting work. Working without a permit results in fines and will negatively impact your future visa status.

• •Eligibility: GPA 2.0 or higher in the previous semester, lived in Korea for 6+ months (Language trainees need 90%+ attendance).
• •Permitted Hours (Weekdays):

• •Language Trainee (D-4): 10 hours/week (Required: TOPIK Level 2)
• •Undergrad (Freshman/Sophomore): 10 hours/week (Required: TOPIK Level 3 / Without level: 5 hours)
• •Undergrad (Junior/Senior): 10 hours/week (Required: TOPIK Level 4 / Without level: 5 hours)
• •Graduate Students: 15 hours/week (Required: TOPIK Level 4 / Without level: 10 hours)
• •Weekends & Vacations: Extended hours available (Undergrad: 30hrs–Unlimited / Graduate: 35hrs–Unlimited).

• •Documents: Application form (typed), Certificate of Business Registration, Employment Contract (copy), Confirmation for Part-time Employment (with OIA signature), Transcript, TOPIK score.

Failure to report changes within the deadline will result in significant fines.

1. 1.Change of Passport Info: Report within 15 days if your passport number, issuance date, or expiration date changes.
2. 2.Change of Address: Report within 14 days of moving. (Fine: up to KRW 1,000,000).
3. 3.How to Report: Online at hikorea.go.kr or visit the Immigration Office.

• •Note: KNU students fall under the jurisdiction of the Chuncheon Immigration Office.

1. 4.Academic Status Change: If you graduate, take a leave of absence, are expelled, or withdraw, your visa expires immediately. You must leave Korea within 30 days.

Contact: Immigration Call Center (1345, multi-language support available).