When can I apply to extend my D-2 (Study) stay period, and what documents do I need?

You can apply to extend your D-2 stay period from 4 months before your current stay period ends until the day it expires.²

When to apply

• The application period is from 4 months before expiration until the day of expiration.²
• If you apply after the expiration date, you may be charged a fine. Prepare early.²
• You must be in Korea on the day you apply. You cannot apply or use a proxy from abroad.²

Basic documents

1. Integrated Application Form (통합신청서), passport, Alien Registration Card (외국인등록증), fee³
2. Proof of enrollment or research: certificate of enrollment, etc. (only if it cannot be checked in the Immigration Information System (출입국 전산, FIMS))³
3. Proof of study: transcript, attendance certificate, etc. (again, only if it cannot be checked in FIMS)³
4. Proof of financial ability: proof of deposit in your own Korean bank account, with deposit and withdrawal records for the last 6 months³
5. Language training students must also submit the university admission guide or a training plan.³

Fee and processing time

• The standard fee is 60,000 won.¹
• Processing takes a total of 15 days for ordinary cases. If an investigation is needed, it can take up to a total of 60 days.¹

⚠️ Things to note

• If you are a student at an accredited university (인증대학) with a grade point average of C (2.0) or higher, you may skip the financial documents. However, some nationalities are excluded.⁴
• If you take a leave of absence for personal reasons or low grades, your extension may be restricted. Night and weekend classes are also restricted in principle.⁴
• You can apply online at HiKorea (hikorea.go.kr) or visit your local Immigration Office (출입국·외국인청, 사무소).¹
• Required documents may differ depending on your school type or nationality. Please confirm with HiKorea or 1345 for final details.