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Short Description:<\/strong> A practical, official-source guide to South Korea\u2019s D-7-2 intra-company transferee visa for employees transferred to a Korean domestic company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Last Verified On:<\/strong> 2026-04-07<\/p>\n\n\n\n The D-7-2<\/strong> status is South Korea\u2019s intra-company transfer route for a foreign national who is already employed abroad by a company in the same corporate group and is being transferred to work for a Korean domestic company<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In plain English, it is for someone who already works for an overseas company and is being sent to South Korea to work for a related Korean entity, not for a brand-new outside hire applying directly from the labor market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This route exists because multinational companies often need to move experienced staff across borders for:\n– internal management\n– technical support\n– coordination\n– training\n– corporate control\n– project execution<\/p>\n\n\n\n In South Korea\u2019s immigration system, D-7 is a long-stay work-related status of stay<\/strong>. It is commonly referred to as an Intra-Company Transferee<\/strong> status. In practice, applicants may deal with:\n– a visa issuance confirmation \/ visa issuance number<\/strong> process in Korea\n– a consular visa application<\/strong> abroad\n– or, depending on nationality and process rules, a visa sticker\/e-visa style issuance method<\/p>\n\n\n\n The exact outward format can vary:\n– some applicants receive a visa sticker<\/strong>\n– some use a visa issuance confirmation number<\/strong>\n– some may interact with the Korea Visa Portal<\/strong>\n– after arrival, long-term residents usually must obtain an Alien Registration Card (ARC)<\/strong> or its current official successor terminology used by immigration administration<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most commonly used labels are:\n– D-7<\/strong>\n– D-7-2<\/strong>\n– Intra-Company Transferee<\/strong>\n– Intra-Company Transfer to Domestic Company<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Because Korean immigration categories can be translated slightly differently across pages and missions, wording may vary. If a consulate uses a different English label, the code D-7-2<\/strong> is the key identifier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This visa is best for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not<\/strong> use D-7-2 for tourism. Use the appropriate short-stay visitor route instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are only coming for:\n– meetings\n– conferences\n– negotiations\n– short unpaid business visits<\/p>\n\n\n\n you may need a short-stay business<\/strong> category, not D-7-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you do not already work for the overseas related company and are not being transferred internally, D-7-2 is usually the wrong category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If a Korean company is hiring you directly from outside the group, another work category may be more appropriate, often:\n– E-series professional work status<\/strong>\n– another employment-based long-stay category<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your main purpose is full-time study, use a student route, not D-7-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to live in Korea while working remotely for a foreign employer without an intra-company transfer structure, D-7-2 is generally not the right route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are setting up or investing in your own business, a business\/investment route may fit better than D-7-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is not a retirement visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These groups usually have different status categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use transit or short-stay medical routes where applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use diplomatic\/official visa channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Officially, D-7-2 is used for intra-company transfer employment<\/strong> in South Korea involving a Korean domestic company within the same corporate group or qualifying business relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Typical permitted uses:\n– taking up an internal transfer role in a Korean related company\n– management or executive functions\n– specialized technical or operational functions\n– group-level coordination\n– training or knowledge transfer within the group\n– project assignment tied to the corporate transfer<\/p>\n\n\n\n This visa is not<\/strong> for:\n– ordinary tourism\n– open labor market job hunting\n– freelance work for unrelated clients\n– running an unrelated side business without authorization\n– unauthorized self-employment\n– working for a different employer than the approved sponsoring structure\n– using the visa mainly for study\n– undeclared remote work outside the permitted work relationship\n– sham transfers that are not genuine corporate assignments<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, you can of course travel and do tourist activities during free time, but tourism is not<\/strong> the legal basis of the visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the remote work is simply part of your assigned corporate duties for the same authorized group structure, it may be consistent with your status. If it becomes separate freelance or unrelated paid work, that is risky and may be unauthorized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Incidental part-time classes or language learning may be possible in practice, but the status is not designed for full-time academic study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Casual volunteering may still create immigration questions if it looks like productive labor. Be cautious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marriage itself does not convert D-7-2 into a family visa automatically. A later status change may be needed depending on circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n D-7 appears to have sub-classifications, and D-7-2<\/strong> is the stream relevant to a domestic company<\/strong> setting. Public English-language explanations can be brief, and exact Korean administrative distinctions may be clearer in Korean-language immigration materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For investors\/business managers in certain investment structures. Not the same as employee transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For direct employment in Korea under specific professional occupations. Not the same as internal transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For short stays and business visits only, not long-term employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For job seekers\/start-up preparation in some cases, not for active transferee employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because detailed public English guidance on D-7-2 can be fragmented, some criteria are clearly official while some are described more generally by immigration. Where exact thresholds are not publicly stated in a stable English source, you should confirm directly with the Korean mission or immigration office handling the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You generally need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no general public indication that D-7-2 is restricted to only certain nationalities. However:\n– visa application procedures\n– required documents\n– local police certificate\/medical requirements\n– issuance practices<\/p>\n\n\n\n may vary by nationality and consulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your passport must be valid. Many missions expect enough remaining validity to cover the intended visa\/stay period. If your passport is close to expiry, renew it before applying if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No widely published general age cap is typically associated with D-7-2. Working-age professional applicants are the norm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The key issue is usually not just formal education, but whether:\n– you are a genuine employee\n– you have been employed in the foreign company\n– your transfer is real\n– your role is appropriate for D-7-2<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some missions or immigration officers may scrutinize whether your background matches the role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Korean receiving company is usually central to the application. In practice, this route is sponsor-driven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You usually need:\n– transfer\/assignment letter\n– employment confirmation\n– Korean host company support documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not applicable for this visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For dependents, relationship documents are required separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no universally published single D-7-2 fund threshold on all official pages. Instead, financial ability is typically shown through:\n– salary\n– employer support\n– company documents\n– sometimes personal financial evidence if requested<\/p>\n\n\n\n May be requested by the mission or immigration, especially if practical arrival arrangements need proof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not always central for long-stay work visas, but some consulates may ask for planned travel or flight details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Applicants can be refused for public safety, criminal, or admissibility reasons. Depending on nationality, local practice, and intended stay, a:\n– criminal record certificate\n– medical check\n– tuberculosis screening\n– or other health documentation<\/p>\n\n\n\n may be requested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is not always presented as a pre-visa universal rule on public D-7-2 pages, but health insurance and later national health insurance obligations may arise after arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on the mission and process, biometrics may be required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You must show a genuine intent to work only in the authorized intra-company role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If applying abroad, many consulates require you to apply from:\n– your country of nationality, or\n– your country of legal residence<\/p>\n\n\n\n After arrival, long-term residents generally must register with immigration within the required period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No public quota or lottery is generally associated with D-7-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Very important. Korean consulates often have their own document notices. These can differ on:\n– appointment rules\n– application jurisdiction\n– document formatting\n– original vs copy requirements\n– criminal record\/apostille expectations<\/p>\n\n\n\n Any exemptions are highly case-specific and mission-specific. Do not assume one mission\u2019s practice applies globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your title, salary, duties, and corporate relationship documents do not line up, that can trigger refusal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A direct hire applying under D-7-2 instead of the proper work category is a classic problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the overseas and Korean entities do not clearly appear related, the transfer basis may fail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unclear company registration records, inconsistent letters, or documents that cannot be authenticated create major risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Missing apostilles, translations, passports, photos, or forms often delay or derail the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Any previous unlawful stay in Korea or elsewhere can increase scrutiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These can lead to refusal even with strong employment documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inconsistent answers about:\n– employer\n– salary\n– duties\n– work location\n– prior employment\n– Korean host company<\/p>\n\n\n\n can damage credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Warning:<\/strong> The biggest practical refusal pattern for D-7-2 is often not \u201cbad travel history\u201d in the tourist-visa sense, but rather a weak or poorly documented corporate transfer narrative<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Dependents may be able to accompany the main visa holder under the appropriate family status, subject to separate approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If granted with multiple-entry conditions or supported by valid residence status and re-entry rules, travel in and out of Korea may be possible without reapplying each time. Always verify current re-entry rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your employment continues and the host company remains qualified, renewals\/extensions are often possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Time in lawful residence may help with later immigration planning, though PR is not automatic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You are generally tied to the approved intra-company transfer arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You cannot freely work for:\n– unrelated employers\n– side clients\n– freelance customers<\/p>\n\n\n\n without proper authorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is not a student visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Long-term foreign residents usually must:\n– register after arrival\n– report address changes\n– maintain status conditions<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the transfer ends or sponsor support collapses, your status may be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Travel rules can depend on:\n– current residence card rules\n– re-entry permissions\n– passport validity\n– visa validity<\/p>\n\n\n\n You and the company may need to maintain current immigration records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are not the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For long-stay Korean visas, the final stay period is often tied to the status grant and immigration record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The exact D-7-2 duration varies by:\n– assignment period\n– immigration decision\n– supporting documents\n– consular practice<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because these can change, check the visa grant notice or immigration decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n May vary by issuance. Do not assume multiple entry unless it is clearly granted or supported by current residence\/re-entry rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually, the period of stay begins on entry under that status or on status approval\/change inside Korea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not assume a grace period. Overstay can trigger:\n– fines\n– future visa problems\n– removal risk\n– re-entry restrictions<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apply before your authorized stay expires. In practice, earlier filing is safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common Mistake:<\/strong> Confusing the visa sticker\u2019s expiry date with your authorized period of stay in Korea.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Because exact documents vary by mission and by whether the case starts with a visa issuance confirmation in Korea, use this as a master guide and then match it against the specific mission\u2019s official checklist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Possible items:\n– recent bank statements\n– salary statements\n– employer financial support letter\n– company guarantee\/support proof<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why needed:\n– to show ability to support the stay and assignment logistics if requested<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common mistakes:\n– unexplained large deposits\n– statements without account-holder name\n– screenshots instead of official statements<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is usually the heart of the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common mistakes:\n– unclear company relationship\n– inconsistent job titles\n– missing signatures\n– outdated company documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n May be requested if relevant to the role:\n– degree certificate\n– professional license\n– resume\/CV<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not every D-7-2 case publicly lists education as mandatory, but it can support role credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For dependents:\n– marriage certificate\n– birth certificates\n– family register records where applicable\n– custody documents for minors\n– parental consent if one parent is absent<\/p>\n\n\n\n May include:\n– housing confirmation\n– company-arranged accommodation letter\n– hotel booking for initial arrival\n– tentative flight reservation if requested<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on mission\/case:\n– medical report\n– TB test\n– health declaration\n– insurance proof<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some missions may require:\n– criminal background check\n– apostilled civil documents\n– local residence permit\n– extra copies\n– translated documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n This varies a lot by country and document type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n General rule:\n– if the document is not in Korean or English, translation may be required\n– some civil\/public documents may need notarization or apostille\/legalization depending on the mission and document origin<\/p>\n\n\n\n Never assume plain self-translation is accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use the exact photo rules on the mission or visa portal page. Common errors:\n– wrong size\n– smile\/shadows\n– old photo\n– edited background<\/p>\n\n\n\n A universally published single D-7-2 personal bank balance threshold is not clearly and consistently stated across official public sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In practice, financial sufficiency is usually shown through:\n– salary from the assignment\n– employer support\n– company sponsorship\n– bank statements if requested<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually:\n– the Korean receiving company\n– the overseas sending company\n– sometimes both jointly in supporting documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if the company covers the transfer, applicants often still pay for:\n– document procurement\n– apostille\n– police certificates\n– translations\n– courier\n– dependent documentation\n– residence registration follow-up<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exact fees vary by:\n– nationality\n– visa type details\n– reciprocity\n– consulate\n– method of issuance\n– periodic fee updates<\/p>\n\n\n\n So applicants should check the latest official fee page<\/strong> of the Korean mission or visa portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Tip:<\/strong> For company-sponsored transfers, ask HR for a written list of which costs the employer will reimburse. Many applicants assume \u201crelocation covered\u201d means all visa document costs are covered, and that is often not true.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The exact flow may vary, but this is the standard practical journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check that your case is truly an intra-company transfer, not direct hire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The company relationship evidence is usually crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many long-stay work cases involve the Korean host obtaining immigration approval or a visa issuance confirmation number before the overseas consular step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use the current visa application form from the official mission or visa portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pay according to mission rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the mission requires appointments, book early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Submit:\n– passport\n– form\n– photo\n– corporate documents\n– supporting documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is case- and mission-specific.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use the official Korea Visa Portal or mission instructions where available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do this quickly and consistently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If approved, you receive visa issuance\/entry authority according to the mission\u2019s process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Collect passport or download\/print issued record if applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Carry your core documents in hand luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At the border, admission is still at the discretion of immigration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Long-term foreign residents generally need to register and obtain their residence card\/foreigner registration within the required time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no single globally reliable D-7-2 processing time because timing depends on:\n– whether Korea-side issuance approval is needed\n– the workload of Korean immigration\n– the consulate handling the visa\n– nationality and background checks\n– document completeness<\/p>\n\n\n\n A simple company-prepared case can move much faster than a poorly documented one. But you should not book non-refundable travel until approval is sufficiently certain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not generally advertised as a universal premium service for this category. If your mission offers expedited handling, it will be mission-specific.<\/p>\n\n\n\n May be required depending on the mission and applicant profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not every D-7-2 applicant is interviewed, but some are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Typical interview themes:\n– who employs you now\n– how long you worked there\n– relationship between the overseas and Korean companies\n– your duties in Korea\n– salary and assignment period\n– where you will live<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not uniformly required in every publicly described D-7-2 case. However, missions can request health-related documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n May be requested depending on the mission, nationality, or case specifics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Any exemptions are mission-specific or based on current regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Official public approval-rate statistics specifically for D-7-2 are not readily published in a stable applicant-facing format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So the honest answer is: there is no reliable official public percentage you should use<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your documents should tell one consistent story:\n1. who employs you now\n2. how long you have worked there\n3. how the Korean entity is related\n4. why you are being transferred\n5. what you will do in Korea\n6. who pays you and how much<\/p>\n\n\n\n Include a short cover sheet listing:\n– document number\n– title\n– date\n– purpose<\/p>\n\n\n\n Examples:\n– recent promotion\n– split payroll\n– secondment rather than full contract transfer\n– short passport validity but renewal pending\n– prior Korean visa refusal for a different category<\/p>\n\n\n\n If one document says \u201csenior engineer\u201d and another says \u201cproject coordinator,\u201d explain the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Poor translations create avoidable suspicion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not wait until the assignment starts next week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A strong company-prepared packet often includes:\n– business registration\n– shareholding\/affiliate proof\n– branch\/subsidiary evidence\n– dispatch letter\n– host invitation letter<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is often where applications are won or lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If gross and net salary differ, label them clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your relocation allowance hit your account recently, attach a note and payroll\/HR evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For a spouse and child, create:\n– main applicant pack\n– spouse pack\n– child pack\n– shared corporate documents folder<\/p>\n\n\n\n Contact the mission only when:\n– a deadline issue exists\n– a checklist item is unclear\n– jurisdiction is uncertain\n– the case exceeds normal processing without update<\/p>\n\n\n\n A prior refusal is often survivable if you explain it truthfully and show what changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Tip:<\/strong> The most effective practical strategy is not \u201cmore documents.\u201d It is better-organized documents<\/strong> that make the officer\u2019s decision easy.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n A cover letter is not always mandatory, but it is often helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually the Korean receiving company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Should state:\n– applicant name, nationality, passport\n– current overseas employer\n– relationship between companies\n– Korean position title\n– duties\n– assignment dates\n– salary\/support details\n– statement requesting visa issuance<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally, yes, qualifying family members may accompany or join the main D-7 holder under the proper dependent\/family status, subject to separate approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The exact dependent status and rules should be checked with Korean immigration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dependents do not automatically<\/strong> have unrestricted work rights just because the main applicant has D-7-2. They may need separate permission or a status change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n School-age children can generally attend school subject to local education and immigration compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n South Korea\u2019s immigration recognition of unmarried partners is limited and highly case-specific. Do not assume an unmarried partner qualifies as a dependent unless official guidance specifically says so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This can be legally sensitive and fact-specific because family-status recognition may depend on current Korean immigration practice and the legal recognition of the relationship. Verify directly with immigration or the relevant mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, but only for the authorized intra-company transfer role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally not allowed unless separately authorized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not assume side gigs are allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Only the work inherent to the approved transfer arrangement is the safest interpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not the purpose of D-7-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid anything that could be viewed as unauthorized work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Passive income like investments is generally a separate issue from active work, but tax consequences may still arise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Limited\/incidental study may be possible, but not full-time study as the main purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, if they are part of your approved role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Possible if consistent with your assignment and immigration\/tax setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Employment income connected to Korea may trigger Korean tax and payroll questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even with an approved visa, entry is still decided at the port of entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Carry copies of:\n– passport\n– visa\/issuance confirmation\n– assignment letter\n– invitation letter\n– Korean company contact\n– accommodation details<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not always the main issue for long-stay workers, but some airlines or officers may ask about travel plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Possible questions:\n– where will you work\n– company name\n– address in Korea\n– length of assignment<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check current re-entry and residence card rules before leaving Korea during your assignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your passport changes, carry both old and new passports where relevant and verify transfer\/use rules with immigration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually yes, if:\n– assignment continues\n– host company still qualifies\n– you remain compliant\n– application is filed on time<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is commonly handled in Korea through immigration\/Hi Korea procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not freely. A material change in employer or host arrangement can require prior immigration approval or a status change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Possible in some cases, depending on:\n– new job type\n– family circumstances\n– investment route\n– immigration approval<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not automatically available. Conversion inside Korea depends on current rules and case facts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not rely on restoration rights. Overstay can severely damage future immigration options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No automatic direct PR grant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. Lawful long-term residence in Korea may count toward later eligibility for:\n– long-term residence\n– permanent residence\n– naturalization<\/p>\n\n\n\n But eligibility depends on broader rules such as:\n– total residence period\n– income\/assets\n– integration requirements\n– conduct\/tax compliance\n– category-specific rules in force at the time<\/p>\n\n\n\n Naturalization is a separate process. D-7-2 may help only as part of building lawful residence history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Warning:<\/strong> Do not assume \u201cwork visa for X years = automatic permanent residency.\u201d Korean PR and naturalization rules are separate and can change.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n If you live and work in Korea, you may become subject to Korean tax rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Possible depending on:\n– payroll structure\n– treaty arrangements\n– assignment setup\n– Korean labor\/tax registration<\/p>\n\n\n\n Long-term residents generally must register with immigration after arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually must be reported within the legal time limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Enrollment obligations can arise under Korean systems depending on residence and employment setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Work only as authorized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can result in:\n– fines\n– cancellation\n– deportation\/removal\n– future visa refusal<\/p>\n\n\n\n Document and procedure requirements may vary by:\n– nationality\n– local consulate\n– country of residence\n– reciprocity arrangements<\/p>\n\n\n\n General Korean visa-waiver programs do not replace the need for a proper long-stay work visa\/status where required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diplomatic or official passports may be subject to separate arrangements, but that is outside normal D-7-2 use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Minors are not typical main D-7-2 applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For dependent children, custody and travel consent documents may be critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Provide legal adoption documents and translations\/legalization as required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recognition remains a sensitive area and should be verified case by case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Possible but highly specialized; mission guidance may be limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apply using the passport appropriate to your legal residence\/application strategy, and keep all records consistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Disclose honestly and explain changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior overstays can trigger serious scrutiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n May affect admissibility even if the transfer is genuine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some missions only accept applications from nationals or legal residents in their jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Provide official legal documents linking identities and ensure translations are exact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n May be relevant for some nationalities if requested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You will usually receive a refusal outcome, though the level of detail can vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Formal appeal\/reconsideration availability can vary by the type of decision and where it was made. Korean immigration procedures can be technical here. If the refusal came from a consular application, the practical route is often to:\n– identify the refusal reason\n– correct the documents\n– reapply<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visa fees are often non-refundable once processing starts, but check the mission\u2019s policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reapply only after fixing the actual problem:\n– wrong category\n– missing legalization\n– weak company relationship proof\n– inconsistent salary\/duties<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the refusal involves:\n– security concerns\n– prior immigration violations\n– complex corporate structure\n– family-status complications<\/p>\n\n\n\n professional legal advice may be worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You present:\n– passport\n– visa\/entry approval\n– possibly supporting papers if asked<\/p>\n\n\n\n For long-term stay, you will usually need to:\n– secure a local address\n– complete foreigner registration within the legal deadline\n– obtain your residence card\n– coordinate with your employer on tax\/payroll setup\n– handle health insurance\/social insurance as applicable<\/p>\n\n\n\n A common key deadline for long-term foreign residents in Korea is registration within 90 days of entry<\/strong>, but always verify the current rule for your status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use names like:\n– No. It is a specific intra-company transfer category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually no. That often points to another work category instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Often, many long-stay work cases use a Korea-side issuance confirmation process, but exact procedure depends on current rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This may be checked in practice, but exact published thresholds can be hard to find in stable public English guidance. Confirm with immigration or the mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A qualifying corporate relationship is usually essential. The exact acceptable forms should be verified from official immigration guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Often no. Many missions require legal residence in their jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually possible if documents are ready and dependent rules are met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not automatically under dependent status; separate permission or status change may be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally yes, subject to proper immigration status and school admission rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Maybe. This depends on the mission, nationality, and case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Maybe. It is not uniformly published as mandatory for every D-7-2 case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no general public universal Korean-language requirement for D-7-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not freely. A change may require immigration approval or a status change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually risky and potentially unauthorized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually incidental study may be possible, but this is not a student visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It varies by issuance and immigration decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not always. Check the actual visa\/residence conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Renew before applying if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Explain it clearly in employer letters and, if needed, a cover letter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It will likely need translation and possibly apostille\/legalization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sometimes status changes are possible, sometimes not. This depends on current rules and facts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Potentially as part of lawful residence history, but not automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your status may be affected and you may need to report changes or change status quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually yes if your re-entry\/residence status permits, but verify before travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, many companies handle much of the document preparation and Korea-side approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Using the category for a direct hire that is not really an intra-company transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Only after fixing the exact problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This depends on the mission. Some require originals for inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No, but many civil\/public documents may require it depending on origin and mission rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is sensitive and must be checked case by case with current official practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Below are official sources relevant to South Korean visa, immigration, registration, and status management. Because D-7-2 details can be spread across different official systems, applicants should check all of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Korea Visa Portal<\/strong>: official visa information, forms, and application guidance Hi Korea<\/strong>: official immigration civil service portal for status, stay, and registration matters Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea<\/strong>: immigration policy and legal framework Korea Immigration Service<\/strong>: official immigration administration information Overseas Korean missions portal<\/strong>: find embassy\/consulate jurisdiction and local notices Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa page<\/strong> Korea Visa Portal visa navigator\/search tools<\/strong> Hi Korea e-government\/residence and stay information<\/strong>Visa Snapshot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nItem<\/th>\n Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Country<\/td>\n South Korea<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Visa name<\/td>\n Intra-Company Transferee – Domestic Company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Visa short name<\/td>\n D-7-2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Category<\/td>\n Long-stay work\/status of stay<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Main purpose<\/td>\n Transfer of an employee within a multinational\/corporate group to work at a Korean domestic company\/entity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Typical applicant<\/td>\n Existing overseas employee being transferred to a Korean related company\/branch\/subsidiary<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Validity<\/td>\n Varies by issuance and consulate; check the visa grant and local consular rules<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Stay duration<\/td>\n Usually tied to status grant by Korean immigration; exact period varies by case<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Entries allowed<\/td>\n Single or multiple, depending on issuance and status; verify on visa grant\/entry confirmation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Extension possible?<\/td>\n Yes, commonly possible if continuing to meet D-7 requirements and immigration approves<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Work allowed?<\/td>\n Yes, but only within the authorized intra-company transferee scope and sponsoring entity arrangement<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Study allowed?<\/td>\n Limited; incidental study may be possible, but this is not a student status<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Family allowed?<\/td>\n Yes, typically eligible dependents may seek accompanying family status, subject to separate requirements<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n PR path?<\/td>\n Possible indirectly; time in qualifying residence may help toward long-term residence\/permanent residence, but D-7 itself is not automatic PR<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Citizenship path?<\/td>\n Indirect; possible only later through qualifying residence\/naturalization rules<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Alternate names and labels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Who should apply for this visa?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Ideal applicants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Employees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Researchers or technical professionals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Spouses\/children of the main transferee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Who should usually not use this visa?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Tourists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Business visitors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Job seekers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Direct hires<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Digital nomads<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Founders\/entrepreneurs\/investors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Retirees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Religious workers, artists, athletes, journalists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Transit passengers and medical travelers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Diplomatic or official travelers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Quick comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nApplicant type<\/th>\n D-7-2 suitable?<\/th>\n Better alternative<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Existing employee transferred within same corporate group to Korea<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n D-7-2 may be correct<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Tourist<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Short-stay visitor\/tourist route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Korean company direct hire from outside group<\/td>\n Usually no<\/td>\n Relevant E-series or other work visa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Full-time student<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n D-2 or other student route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Investor\/founder starting own business<\/td>\n Usually no<\/td>\n Business\/investment route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Short business visitor for meetings only<\/td>\n Usually no<\/td>\n C-3 business\/short-stay route, if applicable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n 3. What is this visa used for?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Permitted purposes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Prohibited or risky uses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Grey areas and misunderstandings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Tourism during D-7-2 stay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Remote work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Study<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Volunteering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Marriage\/family reunion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Official visa classification and naming<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Official classification<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Long name<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Related internal stream<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Commonly confused categories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
D-8<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
E-series work statuses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
C-3 business visitor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
D-10<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Eligibility criteria<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Core eligibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nationality rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Passport validity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Age<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Education and work experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sponsorship and invitation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Job offer \/ assignment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Points requirement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Relationship proof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Maintenance funds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Accommodation proof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Onward travel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Health and character<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Biometrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Intent requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Residence outside Korea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Local registration rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Quotas\/caps\/lotteries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Embassy-specific rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Special exemptions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Eligibility matrix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nRequirement<\/th>\n General position<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Genuine overseas employment<\/td>\n Usually essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Transfer to related Korean company<\/td>\n Usually essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Valid passport<\/td>\n Essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Corporate documents proving relationship<\/td>\n Usually essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Korean host sponsorship\/support<\/td>\n Usually essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Education threshold<\/td>\n Role-dependent; not always published as a fixed rule<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Language requirement<\/td>\n No general published universal Korean-language requirement for D-7-2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Minimum age<\/td>\n No commonly published universal cap<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Criminal record free<\/td>\n Important for admissibility; may be documented if requested<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Funds proof<\/td>\n May be requested; often supported by employer\/salary\/company documents<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n 6. Who is NOT eligible \/ common refusal triggers<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Common ineligibility issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Common refusal triggers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Document mismatch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Wrong visa class<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Weak corporate evidence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Unverifiable documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Incomplete application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Prior overstays or immigration breaches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Criminal or security concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Interview mistakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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7. Benefits of this visa<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Main benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Family benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Travel flexibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Conversion\/renewal benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Long-term residence value<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8. Limitations and restrictions<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Employer and role restrictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
No open market work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Study limitations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Reporting obligations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sponsor dependence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Re-entry and travel limitations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Compliance burden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
9. Duration, validity, entries, and stay rules<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Visa validity vs stay period<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Typical duration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Single vs multiple entry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When the clock starts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Grace periods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Renewal timing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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10. Complete document checklist<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
A. Core documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nDocument<\/th>\n What it is<\/th>\n Why needed<\/th>\n Common issues<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Visa application form<\/td>\n Official visa form<\/td>\n Starts the case<\/td>\n Old form version, unsigned form<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Passport<\/td>\n Valid travel document<\/td>\n Identity and travel authority<\/td>\n Damaged passport, low validity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Passport photo<\/td>\n Recent photo<\/td>\n Visa processing<\/td>\n Wrong size\/background<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Visa issuance confirmation number or issuance approval documents, if applicable<\/td>\n Korea-side approval reference<\/td>\n Allows consular issuance in many cases<\/td>\n Number mismatch, expired approval<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n B. Identity\/travel documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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C. Financial documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
D. Employment\/business documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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E. Education documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
F. Relationship\/family documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
G. Accommodation\/travel documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
H. Sponsor\/invitation documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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I. Health\/insurance documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
J. Country-specific extras<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
K. Minor\/dependent-specific documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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L. Translation \/ apostille \/ notarization needs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
M. Photo specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
11. Financial requirements<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Is there a fixed minimum fund rule?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who can sponsor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Acceptable proof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hidden costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Proof strength tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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12. Fees and total cost<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Common cost items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nCost item<\/th>\n Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Visa application fee<\/td>\n Varies by mission\/entry type\/nationality<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Issuance\/processing fee<\/td>\n Often included in visa fee structure, but may differ<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Biometrics fee<\/td>\n If applicable at your mission\/process<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Medical exam fee<\/td>\n Only if required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Police certificate cost<\/td>\n Paid to issuing authority in your country<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Translation\/notary\/apostille cost<\/td>\n Often significant for family\/civil docs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Courier fee<\/td>\n If passport return uses courier<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Insurance cost<\/td>\n If private interim insurance is needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Renewal\/extension fee in Korea<\/td>\n Check current Hi Korea immigration fee schedule<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dependent application fee<\/td>\n Usually separate per person<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n \n
13. Step-by-step application process<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
1. Confirm the correct visa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Gather corporate and personal documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. Korea-side approval or visa issuance confirmation, if required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. Complete the official form<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. Pay fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Book appointment \/ biometrics \/ interview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
7. Submit application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8. Provide medical or police documents if requested<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
9. Track application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
10. Respond to additional document requests<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
11. Decision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
12. Visa issuance \/ passport return<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
13. Travel to Korea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
14. Arrival steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
15. Post-arrival registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
14. Processing time<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
What affects timing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Practical expectation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Priority options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
15. Biometrics, interview, medical, and police checks<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Biometrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Interview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Medical checks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Police checks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Exemptions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
16. Approval rates \/ refusal patterns \/ practical reality<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Practical refusal patterns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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17. How to strengthen the application legally<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Show a clean corporate story<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Use an evidence index<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Explain unusual facts proactively<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keep titles consistent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Translate properly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Apply with enough lead time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
18. Insider tips, practical hacks, and smart applicant strategies<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Legal Tips and Common Applicant Strategies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ask HR for a \u201crelationship proof pack\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Use one salary figure everywhere<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Explain large bank deposits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Organize family files separately<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Avoid unnecessary email inquiries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If refused before, disclose honestly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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19. Cover letter \/ statement of purpose guidance<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
When useful<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Suggested structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What not to say<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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20. Sponsor \/ inviter guidance<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Who can sponsor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What the sponsor should provide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Invitation letter structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sponsor mistakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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21. Dependents, spouse, partner, and children<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Are dependents allowed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who usually qualifies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Proof required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Work rights of dependents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Study rights of children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Unmarried partners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Same-sex spouses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
22. Work rights, study rights, and business activity rules<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Work rights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Self-employment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Side income<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Remote work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Internships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Volunteering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Passive income<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Study rights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Business meetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Receiving payment in Korea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Taxable activity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
23. Travel rules and border entry issues<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Visa is not final admission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Documents to carry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Onward\/return ticket<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Immigration interview on arrival<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Re-entry after travel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New passport with valid visa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
24. Extension, renewal, switching, and conversion<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Can it be extended?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Inside-country renewal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Changing employer\/sponsor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Switching to another visa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Visitor to D-7-2 conversion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Restoration \/ late filing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
25. Permanent residency and citizenship pathway<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Does D-7-2 lead directly to PR?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can it help indirectly?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Citizenship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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26. Taxes, compliance, and legal obligations<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Tax residence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Social security<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Registration obligations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Address changes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Health insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Work compliance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Overstays and violations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
27. Country-specific or nationality-specific exceptions<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Nationality-specific processing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Visa waiver issue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Special passport holders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
28. Special cases and edge cases<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Minors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Divorced\/separated parents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Adopted children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Same-sex spouses\/partners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Stateless persons\/refugees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dual nationals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Prior refusals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Overstays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Criminal record<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Applying from a third country<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Name change \/ gender marker mismatch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Military service records<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
29. Common myths and mistakes<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Myth vs Fact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nMyth<\/th>\n Fact<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n \u201cD-7-2 is just a business visa.\u201d<\/td>\n No. It is a long-stay intra-company transfer status, not just a short business visit visa.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u201cAny Korean job offer qualifies.\u201d<\/td>\n No. It is generally for internal transfers within a qualifying corporate relationship.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u201cI can freelance on the side.\u201d<\/td>\n Usually not without authorization.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u201cIf my company invites me, approval is automatic.\u201d<\/td>\n No. Immigration still checks eligibility and documents.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u201cDependents can automatically work.\u201d<\/td>\n Usually no; separate rules apply.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u201cA visa sticker guarantees entry.\u201d<\/td>\n No. Border admission remains discretionary.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u201cI don\u2019t need registration after arrival.\u201d<\/td>\n Long-term residents generally do need immigration registration.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n 30. Refusal, appeal, administrative review, and reapplication<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
After refusal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Appeal or review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Refund<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When to reapply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Legal help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
31. Arrival in South Korea: what happens next?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
At immigration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
After entry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
First 90 days<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Practical early tasks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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32. Real-world timeline examples<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Worker transferred by multinational<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Worker with spouse and child<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Direct hire mistakenly trying D-7-2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Entrepreneur\/investor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Solo tourist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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33. Ideal document pack structure<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Suggested file order<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Naming convention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
01_Passport_Name.pdf<\/code>\n– 02_ApplicationForm_Name.pdf<\/code>\n– 03_AssignmentLetter_Name.pdf<\/code><\/p>\n\n\n\nScan quality tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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34. Exact checklists<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Pre-application checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Submission-day checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Biometrics\/interview-day checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Arrival checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Extension\/renewal checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Refusal recovery checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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35. FAQs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
1. Is D-7-2 the same as a normal Korean work visa?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Can a Korean company directly hire me under D-7-2 if I never worked for the overseas affiliate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. Do I need a visa issuance number from Korea first?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. How long must I have worked for the overseas company before transfer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. Does the Korean company have to be a subsidiary or branch?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Can I apply from a country where I am only visiting?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
7. Can I bring my spouse immediately?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8. Can my spouse work in Korea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
9. Can my children attend school?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
10. Do I need a police clearance certificate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
11. Do I need a medical exam?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
12. Is Korean language ability required?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
13. Can I change employers after arriving?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
14. Can I freelance online on weekends?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
15. Can I study Korean language classes while on D-7-2?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
16. How long is the visa valid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
17. Is D-7-2 multiple entry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
18. What if my passport expires soon?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
19. What if my salary is paid partly abroad and partly in Korea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
20. What if my marriage certificate is not in English or Korean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
21. Can I switch from tourist status to D-7-2 inside Korea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
22. Does time on D-7-2 count toward permanent residence?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
23. What happens if I resign during the assignment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
24. Can I travel outside Korea during the assignment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
25. Can my employer handle most of the process?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
26. What is the most common D-7-2 mistake?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
27. If refused, should I immediately reapply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
28. Do I need originals or copies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
29. Is apostille always required?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
30. Can same-sex spouses be dependents?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
36. Official sources and verification<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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