💼 D-10 Job Seeker Visa Application Guide

Many people want to continue their job preparation in Korea after studying here, right? 😊

But realistically, you have to look for a company, write a resume, prepare for interviews... It takes quite a bit of time, doesn't it? ⏳

So VIVISA wants to introduce the D-10-1 Job-Seeking Visa for those people!

💡 What is the D-10-1 Visa?

The D-10-1 Visa allows you to do internships or job-seeking activities in Korea before official employment.

📍 Key Summary (as of the revision on 2025.10.29)

• Stay duration: Maximum stay of up to 3 years

• Visa extension criteria: Can be extended in units of 1 year

• Eligible job fields: Limited to professional fields (E-1~E-7)

• Internship duration:

  • For one company: Can work for up to 1 year

  • Cumulative internship period: No limit

• Note: You must report to immigration within 15 days after starting an internship.

Example)

✅ Internship at Company A for 1 year + Internship at Company B for 1 year = OK

❌ Continuously working for more than 1 year at the same company = Not allowed

🎯 Eligibility for D-10-1 Visa

D-10-1 is a point-based visa, and you need to score at least 60 out of 190 points to be granted approval.

And you must obtain at least 20 points in basic items.

💬 Tip: If you have graduated from a domestic university and reside within 3 years after acquiring a degree + have a TOPIK level 4 or above, you are exempt from the point system!

📝 D-10 Visa Application Documents

Once you meet the points, prepare the documents! Be sure to check carefully as additional requests may be made by the immigration office staff 👇

1️⃣ Applicants for Point-Based System (for initial change)

📂 Common Documents

• Integrated application form (You can easily generate it on the VIVISA app!)

• Copies of passport and alien registration card

• Photo (3.5cm × 4.5cm)

• Fee (60,000 KRW)

📄 Additional Documents

• Job-seeking activity plan

• Graduation or degree certificate

• Proof of Korean language proficiency (TOPIK, etc.)

• Proof of residence (e.g., house contract)

• Career certificate (only if applicable)

• Proof of financial means

  • You need to submit a bank certificate showing at least 5.4 million KRW, based on a minimum of 900,000 KRW per month for 6 months.

  • However, if you are changing from a D-2 (Study) Visa to D-10 for the first time, you do not need to submit proof of financial means! 🎉

2️⃣ Exemption from Point System

👨‍🎓 Graduates from domestic universities with excellent Korean language ability (TOPIK level 4 or above)

(Only applicable for initial application when it is within 3 years from the date of obtaining a domestic degree)

• Common documents

• Job-seeking activity plan

• Graduation or degree certificate

• Proof of Korean language proficiency (TOPIK level 4 or above)

• Proof of residence

👨‍💼 Professionals with experience in specific fields (E-1~E-7)

• Common documents

• Job-seeking activity plan

• Documents proving you can conclude a new employment contract without leaving the country (e.g., transfer consent form, career certificate)

• Proof of residence

💬 Conclusion

You don't need to end your journey in Korea right after your study period ends 😉

If you're an international student who wants to work in Korea, the D-10 Visa might be an essential step. You can gain practical experience through internships and get closer to your desired job!

VIVISA supports your successful employment in Korea! 👍

📌 In the next article, we will cover "How to Report D-10 Visa Internship", "Guide to D-10 Visa Extension", and "How to Switch from D-10 to E-7", so be sure to check VIVISA content!