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D-10 Job seeking visa guide

Job hunting after graduation · Extensions, status changes and permitted activities, based on Ministry of Justice manuals and laws.

Can I change from D-10 (Job Seeking) to another status of stay?

Yes, you can. Job Seeking (D-10) is a status for people preparing to get a job in a professional field, from Professor (E-1) to Specific Activities (E-7) . So when you find a job, many people change to the status that f…

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What can and can't I do with a D-10 (Job Seeking) visa?

With a D-10 (Job Seeking) visa, you can look for a job and do internship activities within a set scope. You cannot take regular employment. ✅ What you can do General Job Seeking (D-10-1) · Top-Tier Talent (D-10-T): You …

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When can I apply to extend my D-10 (job-seeking) stay period, and what documents do I need?

Conclusion: You can apply from 4 months before your stay period ends until the day it ends. You apply at the Immigration Office (출입국·외국인관서) that has authority over your address . When and How to Apply Application period…

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General guidance prepared by K-VISA AI from Ministry of Justice manuals, laws and official guides. Not legal advice — please confirm with HiKorea or the Immigration Contact Center (1345).