D-2 Eligibility

Based on 4 official sources.

[1]D-2 Visa Overview

D-2 is for degree-program international students (college, university, graduate school). Accredited universities (education internationalization capacity认证) get visa screening benefits. Non-accredited schools may be designated as strict visa review schools. In 2025, 16 degree programs are under strict visa review.

Source: Study in Korea · 한국유학종합시스템 · Checked 2026-07-01

[2]D-4 to D-2 transfer

After language program → degree program: change D-4 to D-2. Submit: admission letter, TOPIK 4+, school cert. Takes 2-4 weeks. Don't leave without travel permit.

Source: 법무부 출입국외국인정책본부 · Checked 2026-07-01

[3]Illegal employment risk

Unregistered job matching = up to 5yr prison or 50M KRW fine. D-2/D-4 part-time work needs S-3 permit. Without = illegal work → deportation. Platform provides no job matching.

Source: 국가법령정보센터 · Checked 2026-07-01

[4]Financial proof

Financial proof via bank balance certificate (self or parents). D-2: 20,000+ USD, D-4: 13,000+ USD, held 1+ month. Some countries need 6 months. Fake certificates = deportation + entry ban. Platform refuses fake document requests.

Source: 법무부 비자 발급 안내 · Checked 2026-07-01

How these rules apply can differ with your circumstances, and the final decision rests with the immigration office with jurisdiction. Preparing and filing documents for an individual case is the work of a licensed administrative scrivener.