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공지 D-4 Visa International Student's Part-Time Employment Guide

Date 25-07-10 10:29
  • Writer iie
  • Hit 26

Hello.
This is an important announcement regarding part-time employment for international students holding a D-4 Visa (Language Trainee). Please carefully read the following information and note that you can only work after obtaining confirmation from the International Education Center and permission from the Immigration Office.

Basic Principles of Part-Time Employment
D-4 Visa holders are generally not permitted to work under the Korean Immigration Act.
However, part-time work (simple jobs) is allowed only after receiving confirmation from your school (International Education Center) and obtaining permission from the Immigration Office.

Part-Time Employment Eligibility (D-4-1 Visa)

Category

TOPIK (Korean Language Proficiency)

KIIP (Social Integration Program)

Sejong Institute Korean Course

Language Trainee

Level 2 or higher

Completion of Level 2 or Pre-test score 41+

Beginner Level 2 or higher

  • Length of Stay: 6 months or more since visa change or entry date
  • Attendance: 90% or higher average attendance
  • Korean Language Proficiency: Meet any one of the above

Required Documents

  • Application form, Passport, Alien Registration Card
  • Academic transcript or attendance certificate
  • Korean proficiency certificate (TOPIK etc.)
  • Part-Time Employment Confirmation (issued by International Education Center)
  • Compliance confirmation form & copy of employer's ID
  • Copy of business registration certificate
  • Copy of standard labor contract (including hourly wage & work details)

Application Procedure

1️ Visit the International Education Center and complete the confirmation form
2️
Submit required documents for staff verification
3️
Apply at the Immigration Office (HiKorea online or in-person)

※ Approval must be obtained before starting work.

Permit Period & Location Limit

  • D-4 Visa: Up to 6 months / Maximum 1 workplace
  • Change of workplace requires re-approval

Restricted Work & Prohibitions

  • Construction, manufacturing industries, and labor dispatch jobs
  • Working without approval or violating permit conditions → deportation

???? Important Notes

  • Working without permission = illegal employment → deportation and penalties
  • 1st violation: warning or fine
  • 2nd violation: deportation
  • Illegal construction work: immediate deportation without exception

Always proceed through the International Education Center to avoid legal issues.
Contact: International Education Center, Office 106

Thank you.