👔Got an internship offer, can I start working immediately? D-10 visa report key summary

Hello! International students!

Is it confusing whether you can start working immediately after receiving an internship offer with a D-10 visa?

The answer is 'First check whether your stay status allows it and make sure to report within the deadline!'

Here's a summary of the key reporting procedures to safely start your internship without the risk of illegal employment.

💡 Is my D-10 visa eligible for internships?

Not all D-10 visas allow internships. You must check your stay status conditions before starting.

• Holders of General Job Seeking (D-10-1) can intern only in professional (E-1~E-7) fields.

• Simple labor jobs such as cafés or restaurants are generally prohibited. (You need a separate part-time work permit)

• Holders of Technology Startup Preparation (D-10-2) can only start a business.

The type of work allowed differs by visa, so remember this!

⏱️ 15-day golden time! Reporting period and allowed duration

For internships, both the company and foreign national must carefully plan the allowed period.

The regulations were recently greatly relaxed, offering more benefits! (Since the revision on October 29, 2025)

• Officially, you must report within 15 days of the occurrence or workplace change.

• If you miss the reporting period, a fine of up to KRW 1,000,000 may be imposed.

• The total possible stay period has changed from up to 2 years to up to 3 years!

• The previous internship limit—total 1 year, 6 months per company—has been lifted for the total duration.

(But to prevent low-wage labor, a maximum of 1 year is allowed per company.)

Now you can gain internship experience at various companies without restrictions!

📠 How to report by fax without visiting immigration

You can conveniently report by electronic fax (FAX) without visiting the local office.