Visa
- Citizens of countries that do not have a Visa Waiver Agreement with Korea should apply for a proper visa at a Korean Embassy or Consulate before entering Korea.
General Training (D-4) Visa
- Students who plan to take the Korean Language Program for more than 2 semesters should obtain the Korean Language Training (D-4) Visa.
- Students should inquire about further information regarding required documents for their visa at the nearest Korean Embassy or Consulate in their home country.
However, students who wish to only take 1 semester or are already staying in Korea should call the ILE Administrative Office first for more information.
Alien Registration
| When to Register | within 90 days of arrival in Korea |
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| Office in Charge | Immigration Office with jurisdiction (Suwon Immigration Office) |
| Required Documents |
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| Fee | KRW 30,000 |
*Required documents are subject to change due to the policy of the Immigration Office in jurisdiction.
Extension of Visa
| When to Apply | From a month before the expiration date of stay until the expiration date of stay |
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| Office in Charge | Immigration Office with jurisdiction |
| Required Documents |
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| Fee | KRW 50,000 |
Change of Residence
| When to Apply | within 14 days of moving into a new residence |
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| Office in Charge | Immigration Office with jurisdiction over the new residence area |
| Required Documents |
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| Fee | None |
Suwon Immigration Office
| Website | http://www.immigration.go.kr/ |
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| Address | 39, Bandal-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si(Yeongtong-dong) |
| Phone | 031-695-3846 |