We have summarized the standards for part-time employment permission for foreign students (D-2, D-4). Check the application process, target requirements, restrictions and exceptions, permission criteria, and submission documents at once using official standards.
International students staying in Korea on a study abroad (D-2) or language training (D-4) visa
If you meet certain requirements, you can work in parallel with your studies through part-time employment (permission to engage in activities other than those permitted by your qualifications).
However, for part-time employment, the principles, targets, allowable scope, and application procedures are very strictly managed.
Violation may result in significant disadvantages to your residency status.
This guide is based on immigration control laws and official guidelines.
This is informational content that systematically organizes the part-time work permit system for international students.
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However, those falling under the 「Enforcement Decree of the Immigration Control Act」 **[Appendix 1-2]**
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Exceptions may be permitted based on individual guidelines for each qualification.
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Part-time employment for international students is permitted only if all of the following requirements are met:
basic requirements
Relevant status of stay
Study Abroad (D-2):
D-2-1 ~ D-2-4, D-2-6, D-2-7
Language training (D-4-1, D-4-7), visiting student (D-2-8):
→ Possible after 6 months from the date of entry or change of qualification
If you have received an exception to stay after completing your study abroad course due to poor academic performance, such as insufficient GPA
If graduation is delayed due to low GPA or attendance rate
※ step,Students who have completed their master's or doctoral course and are preparing a thesisis exceptionally acceptable
(Strictly limited to 30 hours per week / Unlimited regulations on vacations and public holidays do not apply)
In principle, the following activities are not permitted:
Activities that go against good morals or social order
Specialization (E-1~E-7) Scope of activities
Non-professional employment (E-9)manufacturing
(However, exceptions are allowed for Korean language proficiency level 4 or higher)
Special type worker
Delivery driver, delivery rider, substitute driver
Insurance planner, workbook teacher, door-to-door salesperson, etc.
Employment activities related to dispatch, contracting, or placement
pastIllegal Employment Punishment HistoryA workplace with
Distance-based employment
Part-time employment may be permitted exceptionally in the following cases:
Manufacturing sector:
If you have Korean language proficiency level 4 or higher
English Kids Cafe, English Camp, etc.
At foreign language education facilities for minors
Safety assistant, play assistant
Seasonal work (part-time or full-time)
Specialization (E-1~E-7, excluding E-6-2)
auxiliary activity
Work-Study Link Intern
Degree program international student internship during vacation
※ During internship activities
Payment of training allowance
Working within permitted occupations
Mandatory to meet job-specific qualification requirements under domestic law
⚠️ When you change your employer or place of work
→ MustPre-apply for a new part-time work permitmust
Average grade from the previous semesterLess than C grade (2.0)
Language trainee attendance rateless than 90%
Within the last 3 months
No permit
There is a history of punishment for violating permit conditions
Permitted period and location
Language training (D-4)
within the period of stayUp to 6 months
Only one business location is allowed
International student (D-2)
within the period of stayUp to 1 year
Within the permitted time rangeAbility to work in up to 2 locations simultaneously
Basic submission documents
application form
passport
Alien registration card
※ Fee exemption
Transcript or certificate of attendance
(Omitted if it is possible to check the international student information system)
Proof of Korean or English proficiency
Confirmation of part-time employment for foreign students
Confirmation of compliance with international student part-time employment requirements
Documents related to business
Copy of business registration certificate
Copy of employer identification card
Copy of standard employment contract
(Hourly wage, work details, and working hours must be specified)
⚠️ Principles of direct employment contract between the parties
→ Manpower dispatch companies, etc.Separate employment/use contracts are not permitted.
Part-time employment is not just a part-time job,
Factors affecting international students’ stability of stay, employment history, and future D-10/E-7 conversionno see.
If you accurately understand and prepare for the permit standards and restrictions,
No risk of rejection, cancellation or staySafe study and work in parallelThis is possible.
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