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Who is eligible for the D-10 visa?
Foreign graduates of Korean universities (any degree) and overseas Bachelor's degree holders who meet the points-based threshold. Points are awarded for age, education, Korean proficiency (TOPIK), and prior Korean residency.
Can I get an i-PIN before I receive my ARC?
Generally no. Providers need a 13-digit registration number to issue an i-PIN, and foreigners receive that number through alien registration. Register your stay with Korea Immigration Service first, then apply once your card arrives.
Can my spouse living abroad be registered as my NHIS dependent?
No. Foreign dependents must live in Korea and hold an ARC, or an F-4 residence report. Once your spouse moves to Korea and registers, you can file. Spouses are exempt from the 6-month wait, so you can report them right after registration.
Can I use a T-money card on the AREX express train?
No. The AREX express needs a separate ticket from the AREX counter or ticket machines in the airport station. The all-stop train accepts T-money, just like the Seoul subway.
D-10 Job Seeker Visa - How to Apply (2026 Guide)
Complete guide to D-10 job seeker visa in Korea: eligibility points, documents, application steps, fees, and conversion to E-7 work visa.
- ✓Validity: 6 months per period, max 2 years total
- ✓Eligibility: Bachelor's degree (or D-2 graduate in Korea) + points threshold
- ✓Apply via: HiKorea online or local Immigration Office
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Every guide cites primary sources: HiKorea, KIIP, NHIS, and Korean government portals. No recycled hearsay.
For All Foreigners
From students (D-2) and job seekers (D-10) to permanent residents (F-5) and marriage migrants (F-6) - covered.
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Korean immigration rules change often. We update guides whenever policy or fees shift, with the change date logged.
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Visa & Stay
Korean visa types (D-2, D-10, F-2, F-5, F-6, E-7), visa extension (ARC), permanent residency, and naturalization guides for foreigners.
D-10 Job Seeker Visa - How to Apply (2026 Guide)
✓ Validity: 6 months per period, max 2 years total
E-7 Workplace Change in Korea: Permission First, New Job…
Changing jobs on an E-7 visa in 2026? Get permission before day one. Documents, the 15-day employer report, HiKorea filing and mistakes to avoid.
F-4 Residence Report in Korea: What to Bring and the…
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Setup & Banking
Settling in Korea: housing rentals, telecom (mobile/internet), bank accounts, credit cards, and money transfers for foreigners.
Korea i-PIN for Foreigners: How to Get Verified Online…
✓ 13 digits: your ARC registration number has the same structure as a Korean resident number
Alien Registration Fact Certificate in Korea: Free Online…
How to get an alien registration fact certificate in Korea (2026): free Government24 issuance, required documents, fee, and how it differs from an ARC…
Korea Foreign Currency Account: What Foreigners Need…
Korea foreign currency account for foreigners (2026): documents, the USD 100,000 remittance limit, exchange rate spread, and FX reporting rules.
Healthcare
Korean National Health Insurance for foreigners, finding hospitals with English service, medical cost reimbursement, and emergency procedures.
NHIS Dependent Enrollment: How to Get Your Spouse and Kids…
✓ Combined annual income limit for a dependent: 20 million won
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NHIS Overseas Stay Suspension: What Happens to Your…
Leaving Korea for a month or more? How NHIS overseas stay suspension works in 2026: which months are waived, who keeps paying, and how coverage restarts.
Daily Life
Everyday life in Korea: driving licenses, public transport, Korean language learning (TOPIK), culture, etiquette, and seasonal customs.
Incheon Airport to Seoul: Which Route Fits Your Arrival…
✓ AREX express: nonstop to Seoul Station in about 43 minutes from Terminal 1, listed adult fare 11,000 won
Bringing a Dog or Cat to Korea: The Quarantine Timeline…
Korea pet import quarantine rules for 2026: ISO microchip, rabies antibody test timing, health certificate, airport inspection, and dog registration.
AREX Incheon Airport Train: Express or All-Stop for Your…
AREX Incheon airport guide for 2026: express vs all-stop train, Seoul Station fare, T-money rules, limousine buses and late-night options.
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