Change of Stay Status for Employment | Notion

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Foreign students who wish to continue job search or career exploration activities in Korea after graduating from a degree program must change their visa status from D-2 (Study) to D-10-1 (Job Seeking).

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📌 Eligibility Requirements

Kangwon National University graduates
Those who wish to seek employment or are preparing for entrepreneurship/research activities after graduation
Prospective graduates can also apply (submit certificate of expected graduation)

🕒 Application Timing

Within 30 days before or after graduation date
Must apply before the expiration of your current stay period after graduation

📝 Required Documents

Category	Document Description
Basic Documents	Passport, Alien Registration Card, Application Form, Certificate of Admission, Transcript or Certificate of Expected Graduation/Graduation
Proof of Financial Capability	Bank statement showing balance of more than 5 million KRW (domestic or international banks accepted)
Activity Plan	Activity Plan Formdetailing job search or entrepreneurship/research plans
Accommodation Documents (optional)	Lease agreement orAccommodation Confirmation(required if you are not the property owner)

🏢 Application Location and Methods

Offline Application
- Visit the Donghae Immigration Office
- Appointment required: HiKorea Reservation System
Online Application
- HiKorea or
- HireVisa (additional fee applies)

💰 Fees

Offline/HiKorea application: 60,000 KRW (government revenue stamp)