South Korea
Study in South Korea - Asia's tech and entertainment giant. Home to top companies like LG, Hyundai, Samsung. South Korea is a global leader in semiconductors, electronics and K-culture industries. For Indian students, South Korea can be affordable with the GKS Scholarship.
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South Korea Student Visa & Immigration
Planning to study in South Korea? International students need a D-2 (degree program) or D-4 (language training) visa, depending on their course of study, issued through the Korean Visa Application Center. Before you begin your application, here's what you'll need to know:
D-2 vs. D-4 Visa: Which One Applies to You
Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required
Financial Proof & Bank Statement Requirements
Visa Fees & Application Steps
Immigration Status & Alien Registration Card (ARC)
Work Rights While Studying (Work Permit Rules)
TOPIK / Language Proficiency Requirements
Visa Renewal & Switching Visa Types
Get the complete, up-to-date immigration details directly from the official Korea Visa Application Center.
Read MoreWhy Study in South Korea?
South Korea offers innovative education, advanced technology, and a globally influential modern culture.Students benefit from high-quality universities, strong career opportunities, and a dynamic lifestyle.
Global Tech Leader
Pursuing a tech career in South Korea opens doors to opportunities with companies like Samsung, LG and Hyundai, which are global leaders in semiconductors, consumer electronics and the automotive industry.
Gaming & K-Media
Korea's creative industry gaming, animation, K-drama and K-pop creates unique career paths. Pursue a game development course and an animation degree to work in the K-media, K-pop and K-drama industries.
Affordable & Scholarship-Rich
Tuition in South Korea is lower than many Western countries, with affordable study options, GKS scholarships, Korea Government Scholarships, and fully-funded scholarships.
Growing English Programmes
Korean universities are rapidly expanding English-taught programmes especially in STEM and business.
Most In-Demand Courses in South Korea
South Korea offers advanced programs in electronics, AI, gaming, and biotechnology with strong industry demand.
South Korea at a Glance
A quick overview of studying in South Korea, from top universities to admission and language requirements.
Top Universities
Seoul National, KAIST, Yonsei, Korea University, POSTECH.
Tuition
¥4,000,000 to ¥12,000,000 per year for international students.
Intakes
March (Spring) September (Fall).
Language Requirement
IELTS 6.0+ (English programmes) TOPIK (Korean).
Post-Study Work
Graduates can stay on a D-10 visa and switch to an E-7 work visa in South Korea.
PR PATHWAY
Long-term residency in South Korea is possible after work experience and eligibility.
Disclaimer
- •Application fees and other immigration fees are subject to change without prior notice. Applicants are advised to check the respective immigration website for the latest updates.
- •Tuition fee policies and post-study work regulations may vary by university and programme. Always check current university requirements before applying.
South Korea Student Visa Overview
Indian students need a D-2 visa to study in South Korea, applied for after receiving admission confirmation. Graduates can later apply for a D-10 job seeker visa.Indian students need a D-2 visa to study in South Korea, applied for after receiving admission confirmation. Graduates can later apply for a D-10 job seeker visa.
Processing Time
D-2 visa processing is 6-10 weeks.
Visa Fee
Korean Student Visa fee is 60,000 (single-entry visa) / 90,000 (multiple-entry visa).
Key Requirement
Certificate of Admission, Financial proof, Passport,Photos.
FINANCIAL PROOF
KRW 9,000,000+ (approx. ₹5.5 lakhs).
GKS SCHOLARSHIP
Global Korea Scholarship is a Korean Government Scholarship which is fully-funded.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We have answers.
Not for all programmes. Many universities in South Korea offer English-taught programmes, especially engineering and business programmes. After graduation however, knowing Korean can improve job prospects and make daily life easier.
The Global Korea Scholarship or GKS scholarship is a fully-funded Korean scholarship covering tuition, living expenses, airfare and Korean language training. Since the GKS scholarship eligibility is a highly competitive process, proper preparation is essentia.
Yes, D-2 visa holders can work up to 20 hours per week during a term. During vacation periods, full-time work is permitted. A Part-time Work Permit must be obtained from the Immigration Office, we brief you on this before departure.
South Korea is a global leader in semiconductors and electronics with companies like Samsung, LG, Hyundai. For students exploring careers after graduation in South Korea, the D-10 Job Seeker Visa allows graduates to search for jobs for up to 2 years. Many companies also offer jobs at Samsung, LG, Hyundai to English graduates.